Friendship Day 2024: Cocktails Every Type Of Friend Will Love
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Do you know crafting cocktails is an art? Each drink is a unique mix of flavours, carefully blended to create its character. Think of it like a person; each cocktail has a personality that is fancy, cheeky, sweet, or even devilish. Similar to the different personalities of people. 

So why not mix a cocktail based on your friend's personality this friendship day? 

7 Cocktails To Match Your Friend's Personality

Monkey Jam Sour For The Cheeky Friend

The perfect monkey jam sour for your cheeky friend. It is just like you, full of playful energy and ready to bring a smile to anyone’s face with its bold and tangy flavour matching your knack for quick wit and humour, making it the perfect drink for you. Pour monkey shoulder whiskey in a shaker with lemon juice, simple syrup and a spoon of jam. Shake it well and then strain, garnish with lemon twist.

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Cucumber Lemonade for the Whimsical Friend

Every group has that one friend whose head is always in the clouds, with unique things to say and a quirky approach to life. With its fresh and unusual blend, the Cucumber Lemonade mirrors this whimsical nature perfectly. Just like this friend, the drink is a refreshing and delightful surprise, keeping things light and fun. Muddle a few cucumber slices in a shaker, add lemon juice and simple syrup, then shake it. Strain it in a tall glass, top it up with soda water and garnish with cucumber slices. 

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Mint Julep for the Reliable Friend

Reliable realists are down-to-earth, responsible, and precise. The Mint Julep, with its classic and steady profile, is a perfect match for the friend you can always count on. Just like the Mint Julep, they might not always be the loudest, but their presence is solid and dependable, bringing a touch of wit and wisdom to any gathering. Muddle mint leaves with a simple syrup in a glass, fill the glass with ice and bourbon and stir, garnish with mint.

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Grant’s Rocks for the Confident Friend

The confident friend is strong and dedicated and always makes an entrance with style. Grant’s Rocks, a drink that exudes strength and simplicity, fits this friend perfectly. Just like their loyalty and infectious positivity, this drink does not need any frills. It stands out with its straightforward, bold character. Pour Grant’s whisky over a large ice cube in a rock glass. Stir gently. 

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Cosmopolitan for the Fashionista

Are you the one always on top of your fashion game? The Cosmopolitan, with its chic vibe, mirrors your flair for fashion. Just like you, this cocktail is always in vogue, reminding everyone of that one friend who’s obsessed with staying trendy and glamorous. In a shaker, pour vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice and lime juice with ice. Strain it into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a lime twist. 

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Tom Collins for the Sophisticated Friend

This classic yet fancy drink is the perfect match for your sophisticated friend. The Tom Collins, with its refined taste and timeless appeal, mirrors the elegance and sophistication they bring to the group. You often wonder how they manage to stay so classy, but they fit right in, adding a touch of sophistication to your gatherings. In a shaker, add gin, lemon juice and simple syrup, strain in a glass filled with ice, top with soda water and garnish with a lemon wheel. 

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SmOaken Tea for the Smokin’ Hot Friend

This cocktail is for the hot friend of the group who knows exactly how attractive they are. The SmOaken Tea, with its bold and sultry flavours, is a perfect match for their confident and alluring personality. Just like them, this drink is unforgettable and always leaves an impression. Add smoked ice tea-infused vodka, lemon juice and simple syrup in a shaker with ice. Shake it and then strain in a glass with crushed ice, and top it with soda water. 

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To sum it up, make this friendships day a blast for your loved ones by mixing some cocktails that completely portray their personality. This will mean the world to them as it shows how much you know about them. So pour swirl, shake and pour for the perfect friend potion of cocktail.