Tag: Cocktail variations

Over 50% of people surveyed in a 2024 poll admitted to not knowing the meaning of cocktail garnishes. While the three-bean garnish on an Espresso Martini is traditional and represents health, wealth, and happiness, a variation with four beans carries a different, distinct symbolism.

The classic piña colada, invented in Puerto Rico, is officially made with rum, not vodka. The simple substitution of vodka is a common variation, transforming it into a different, though similar, drink known as a Chi Chi.

First appearing on bar menus in the early 2000s, a Coronarita is a captivating cocktail that combines a margarita with an upside-down Coronita beer bottle. This visually impressive drink fuses the crisp, light taste of Mexican beer with the tangy, tequila-based flavors of a classic margarita. The result is a balanced, refreshing, and surprisingly easy-to-make beverage perfect for summer parties and celebrations like Cinco de Mayo.