For better or worse, the shift towards at-home mixology couldn’t be more timely.
This list of home mixologist influencers from around the globe – and their Instagammable works of drink art – will inspire you to get crafty at your own bar cart.
As all things seasonal, local, and even foraged continue to dominate cocktail trends, you’ll find sustainable ingredients featured heavily, alongside a preference for premium spirits, and an emphasis on what makes the at-home drink experience uniquely entertaining.
Most of these delicious recipes are also simple to make, so if you prefer your silver linings in drinkable form, take heart.
Bottoms up! (and off the sofa)
THE MOODY MIXOLOGIST
Winner of Saveur Magazine’s Best Drinks Blog, the Moody Mixologist is a self-proclaimed ‘cocktail designer and forager of wild edibles with a love of organic ingredients and a propensity for creating moody imagery.’ Shaking up her background in fine art with an interest in herbs and medicinal plants, she creates beautiful cocktails with a botanical twist.
Adonis
MARGARITA MUM
As the name suggests, the Margarita Mum’s drink of choice is the common Margarita, though her creative interpretations on the classic cocktail are anything but. While most of her recipes use Tequila or Mezcal as a base, she often includes non-alcoholic alternatives and low-sugar substitutes for indulgence that’s also guilt-free.
‘Shutdown, My Town’ Margarita
THE COCKTAIL BLOG
The devil’s in the details and Danish mixologist Morten Krag may just be his trusty sidekick. Krag delights in transforming classic cocktail recipes with subtle variations that add over-the-top excitement. Like this sophisticated twist on a Gin Sour.
Elderflower Gin Sour
THE AMATEUR MIXOLOGIST
Don’t let the name fool you, The Amateur Mixologist was named UK’s Home Bartender of the Year for 2019 by HBA. If you like your cocktail simple and with a side of witty banter on social media – he’s your man.
Rose Marshmallow Rum Sour
GARNISH GIRL
Garnish Girl is a regular contributor at Liquor.com and her blog is featured on both Drizly and Foodista. But her Instagram feed is where the real cocktail magic happens. This fun recipe pairs kiwi berries and kumquats which she managed to forage before quarantine – but if you’re lucky enough to have a budding backyard you can switch out whatever you have on hand. Store bought fruits work too!
