Your choice of drink is quite similar to your taste in music or books—it offers a glimpse into your personality. Let the stars come to your rescue the next time you’re tempted to order the ‘cool’ drink at the bar just because the internet promised it would make you look like a seasoned drinker. You’ve let your zodiac sign decide your next haircut, makeup and even your WFH uniform, so why not your cocktail order too? Your drink should match your vibe! Let’s get started:
Aries – Bloody Mary
Add an extra dash of Tabasco to your Bloody Mary to match your spicy personality, Aries. This vodka-based drink with strong ingredients is perfect for your fiery zest. Knowing your impatient nature, you probably can’t wait to get the party started—so start boozing early with one of the few socially acceptable cocktails to have with breakfast (or as breakfast—it’s basically a salad in a glass, right?)
Here’s what goes into a Bloody Mary:
Celery salt
2 ounces vodka
4 ounces tomato juice
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
2 dashes of Tabasco sauce
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 pinch smoked paprika
Taurus- Rosé Sangria
Cocktail recommendation for one of the most sensual signs of the zodiac has to have wine in it! You’re attracted to all things luxe and fancy and a rosé sangria is just that. It’s familiar yet different.
Here’s what goes into Rosé Sangria:
1 bottle of rosé
1 cup freshly-squeezed orange juice
1 cup each of fresh fruit like strawberries and raspberries
3/4 cup of gin
1 cup sparkling water
A handful of fresh mint leaves
Simple syrup
Gemini –Aperol Spritz
Ultra-refreshing and bubbly, the Aperol Spritz is ideal for the social Gemini. Striking a balance between fun and traditional, this cocktail fits your playful and non-committal nature. TBH, if nothing else, its sunset colour will look great on your Instagram!
Here’s what goes into an Aperol Spritz:
3 ounces Aperol
3 ounces dry Prosecco
1 ounce club soda
Cancer – Mama’s Little Helper
Your protective and nurturing instincts make you the mom of your squad, Cancer, and mothers need a little extra (boozy) help sometimes. This gin cocktail will leave you refreshed and feeling just the right amount of tipsy since you probably have a whole group of drunk friends to take care of.
Here’s what goes into Mother’s Little Helper:
Leo- Manhattan
You’re the one to reach out for whiskey while the others are still getting used to vodka, Leo. Try the Manhattan to match your bold and decisive nature.
Here’s what goes into a Manhattan:
2 ounces bourbon or rye
1 ounce sweet vermouth
2 dashes of Angostura bitters
Virgo- Mimosa
Equal parts champagne and orange juice, this cocktail is ideal for your perfectionist tendencies. Unclench your jaw, Virgo and release the tension as you reach out for bottomless mimosas at your next weekend brunch.
Here’s what goes into a Mimosa:
2 1/2 ounce Champagne
2 1/2 ounce Orange juice
Libra – Cosmopolitan
Fellow Libran Carrie Bradshaw’s signature drink, this hot-pink cocktail is a perfect balance of sweet, bitter and sour that is sure to appeal to the scales. It’s equal parts flirtatious, stylish and popular, just like you.
Here’s what goes into a Cosmopolitan:
1 1/2 ounces citrus vodka
1 ounce Cointreau
1/2 ounce lime juice
1/4 ounce cranberry juice
Scorpio – Espresso Martini
You’re drawn to the dark side of life Scorpio, cocktail included. The intense flavour of an espresso martini is sure to match your sensual mysterious vibe.
Here’s what goes into an Espresso Martini:
2 ounces vodka
1/2 ounce coffee liqueur
1 ounce espresso
1/2 ounce simple syrup
Sagittarius – Jungle Juice
For the risk-taking Sagittarians who are always up for an adventure, we recommend the Jungle Juice. Beware of the fruity facade, this cocktail has a potent mix of alcohol that gets you drunk before you know it.
Here’s what goes into a Jungle Juice pitcher:
1 bottle of rum
1 bottle of vodka
1 gallon lemonade
1/2 gallon orange juice
1/2 gallon fruit punch
16 ounces cranberry juice
2 oranges, sliced
1 pound strawberries, sliced
1-2 cups club soda
Capricorn- Negroni
You work too hard, Capricorn, we reckon you need a drink more than any other zodiac sign. Negroni’s strong notes and timeless appeal is perfect for this practical zodiac sign who like things classic and sophisticated.
Here’s what goes into Negroni:
1 ounce campari
1 ounce gin
1 ounce sweet vermouth
Aquarius- Death In The Afternoon
Your thoughts don’t conform to convention, Aquarius. Just like absinthe, you’re probably often misunderstood. So, it’s only fitting that your cocktail features this green spirit.
Here’s what goes into Death In The Afternoon:
1 1/2 ounces absinthe
4 1/2 ounces chilled Champagne
Pisces – Bahama Mama
The fish needs the beach, Pisces. Bahama Mama is the perfect tropical drink to match the forever dreamy summer state of your mind.
Here’s what goes into a Bahama Mama:
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