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Around the Globe in 20 Cocktails

Posted by Nick Nevill on Dec 11, 2025 5:12:38 AM

Take your taste buds on a journey around the globe. Discover tropical tangs, floral elegance, and forest-forward notes in 20 cocktails spanning Asia, Europe, Latin America, North America, the Caribbean, Africa and the Middle East. 

From Thailand’s Lemongrass Tamarind Collins to France’s Lavender Cognac Fizz and Canada’s Cedar Gin Sour, every sip tells a story of place, tradition, and craftsmanship.

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Asia: Exotic Cocktails Inspired by Local Flavors

🇯🇵 Japan – Yuzu Gin Fizz - An elegant drink that celebrates Japan’s prized citrus fruit, yuzu, known for its fragrant, almost ethereal aroma.

🇮🇳 India – Urrak Mango Smash - A bright summer cocktail built around urrak, Goa's beloved cashew fruit spirit.

🇹🇭 Thailand – Lemongrass Tamarind Collins - A tropical reimagining of the classic Collins built around Thai herbs and tangy tamarind.

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Europe: Elegant Cocktails from Iconic Destinations

🇫🇷 France – Lavender Cognac Fizz - A Provençal garden meets French refinement in this floral, bubbly cocktail.

🇪🇸 Spain – Basque Txakoli Spritz - A fizzy, refreshing spritz built around the Basque Country’s signature tart white wine.

🇮🇹 Italy – Amalfi Citrus Negroni - A sun-soaked coastal twist on the Negroni using Amalfi’s legendary citrus.

🇩🇰 Denmark – Nordic Sea Buckthorn Sour - A bright, modern Scandinavian sour built around the region’s
super-tart wild berries.

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Latin America: Vibrant, Tropical Cocktail Creations

🇵🇪 Peru – Chicha Morada Spritz - A vibrant, jewel-toned spritz inspired by Peru’s ancient purple corn drink.

🇧🇷 Brazil – Cupuaçu Caipirinha - A luxe Amazonian reimagining of Brazil’s iconic Caipirinha.

🇦🇷 Argentina – Yerba Mate Gin Fizz - A bright, herbal twist on a classic fizz, infused with Argentina’s beloved yerba mate.

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North America & The Caribbean: Luxurious Local Spirits

🇨🇦 Canada – Cedar Gin Sour- A wild-foraged reimagining of the sour, infused with Canada’s aromatic cedar essence.

🇯🇲 Jamaica – Sorrel Rum Royale - A floral, ruby-red celebration of Jamaican sorrel with a sparkling finish.

🇺🇸 United States – Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned - A refined twist on the classic Old Fashioned, highlighting the rich flavors of American maple and small-batch bourbon.

🇲🇽 Mexico – Prickly Pear Paloma - A vibrant, desert-inspired spin on the Paloma layered with cactus fruit sweetness.

Africa and The Middle East

Africa & The Middle East: Exotic, Sophisticated Drinks

🇲🇦 Morocco — Spiced Mint Mojito - A North African spin on the classic mojito, featuring Moroccan spices and fresh mint for a fragrant, invigorating twist.

🇿🇦 South Africa — Rooibos Gin Fizz - A refreshing and aromatic take on a classic fizz, highlighting South Africa’s signature rooibos tea.

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates — Date & Arabic Coffee Old Fashioned - A sophisticated twist on the Old Fashioned that celebrates the UAE’s iconic dates and rich Arabic coffee culture.


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