We want to let you in on a secret: 30-second cocktails at home are easier to make than you think. And they’re absolutely delicious.
Explore our easy cocktail recipes and find out how to make bar-quality favourites for your friends at home in under a minute. You won’t be disappointed.
Your Secret Ingredient: Master of Mixes
Okay, we know you’re sceptical. Can you really make a pina colada or espresso martini in less than 30 seconds and still want to drink it? With the right ingredients, absolutely.
Our secret weapon is Master of Mixes pre-made cocktail mixes. They’ve done all the heavy lifting for you. No shopping for specific ingredients required. Just order it, open it, and add it to the glass. It couldn’t be easier. It’s quick, it’s easy and doesn’t compromise on flavour. With the bonus of saving you money!
Oh, and don’t feel like you need to share this secret with your friends. Keep it between us, if you like, and lead them to think you’re a talented mixologist.
How To Save Money With Cocktail Making
The average price of an Espresso Martini at a bar would set you back between £9 and £13. Buy Master Of Mixes Espresso Martini Mixer at £9.75, that’s less than £1 per drink! Let’s say your bottle of Vanilla Vodka costs £20, that makes it just over £2 per serve. Now you wouldn’t say no to that, would you?
7 Easy Cocktail Recipes We Know You Will Love
Here are seven cocktail recipes at home that shouldn’t take you more than 30 seconds to make:
1: Classic Mojito Recipe
Fresh, zesty, endlessly refreshing, and simple. This mojito recipe will have you drinking in less than half a minute, transporting you to Havana, Cuba, where this world-famous drink originates.
Ingredients
- Crushed Ice
- 60ml white rum
- 120ml Master Of Mixes Mojito Mixer
- Soda water
- Fresh mint
- Lime wedge
Method (step-by-step)
Fill a tall glass with crushed ice. Don’t be stingy - go ¾ at least. Pour in the white rum and add our Master of Mixes Mojito mixer. Then, top up with a splash of soda water and stir well. Garnish generously with a wedge of lime and a sprig of fresh mint, and voila, you have a near-instant mojito without the groundwork.
2: Pina Colada Recipe
Think Rupert Homes. Escape. Getting Caught in the Rain. The Pina Colada song really did put this exotic drink on the map. Traditionally, it’s a cocktail many would avoid making at home, as it’s fiddly. But this tasty pina colada recipe couldn’t be more straightforward.
Ingredients
- Crushed ice
- 50ml white rum
- 100ml Master Of Mixes Pina Colada Mixer
- Pineapple slice
- Lime Wedge
Method (step-by-step)
Fill a cocktail shaker (if you have one, use a glass if not) with a handful of crushed ice. Then, pour over 50ml of white rum and our Pina Colada Mixer. Shake for 10 seconds to combine. Then, pour over cubed ice in a separate glass. Garnish with a pineapple slice and a lime wedge on the edge of the glass. If you have one of those cool cocktail umbrellas, add it, too.
Spicy Margarita Recipe
A classic cocktail with a spicy twist. Sure, a Margarita isn’t for the faint-hearted, but it’s the go-to of many who frequent flashy, expensive cocktail bars. Why not make it at home for your friends in less than a minute? Here’s how.
Ingredients
- Ice
- 50ml Tequila
-
100ml Master Of Mixes Margarita Mixer
- Salt (Master Of Mixes Margarita Salt makes your life easy)
- Jalapenos
- Lime
Method (step-by-step)
Begin by prepping your margarita glass. Our Master of Mixer Salt grinds perfectly and is so easy to add to your glass - no messing around with cheap, shop-bought salt. One dip and you’re all set. Then, fill a shaker with ice, add 50ml of tequila, and 100ml of the Master of Mixes Spicy Margarita Mixer. Shake for 10 seconds and strain into the glass. Add a jalapeno slice and lime wedge for presentation, and enjoy.
4: Loaded Bloody Mary Recipe
The perfect brunch cocktail, a Bloody Mary is rich, savoury, and filled with flavour. With the right ingredients, it’s also an easy and quick cocktail recipe you can make at home. Inspired by Mary Tudor, here’s how to make this popular drink in no time at all.
Ingredients
- Ice
- 50ml vodka
- 100ml Master Of Mixes Loaded Bloody Mary
- Garnish - the more the better
- Celary
- Jalapeno
- Lime
- Mint
Method (step-by-step)
Fill a tall glass with ice and add 50ml of vodka. We recommend Blackwood’s Botanical Vodka, a crisp, five-times distilled Scottish spirit with a hint of citrus. Add 100ml of the Loaded Bloody Mary mix on top and stir gently for 5-10 seconds. Garnish generously with a celery stick, jalapenos, and a lime wedge - make it sing.
5: Espresso Martini Recipe
The undisputed after-dinner champion, the espresso martini can be as simple as flicking on the coffee pot for a quick caffeine fix. It’s delicious, smooth, and extremely moreish, and bound to be a winner among your evening guests.
Ingredients
- 45ml vanilla vodka
- 60ml Master Of Mixes Espresso Martini Mix
- Ice
- Three coffee beans
Method (step-by-step)
Pour 45ml of vanilla vodka and 60ml of our Master of Mixes Espresso Martin Mix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds until you notice the foam on top of the shaker - the sign of a job well done. Strain the mixture into a martini glass and finish with three roasted coffee beans on top.
6: Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe
A strawberry daiquiri is the ultimate crowd pleaser. It’s rich, smooth, and fruity, and well-liked by people who don’t normally go for spirits. We see it as the perfect summer BBQ welcome drink, setting the tone beautifully for a chilled-out day with your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 50ml white rum
- 100ml Master Of Mixes Strawberry Mixer
- Fresh strawberries
- Ice
Method (step-by-step)
Add ice to a cocktail shaker, then add 50ml of white rum and 100ml of our Master of Mixes Strawberry Mixer. Shake for 5-10 seconds and strain into a glass (chilling the glass in advance and adding chunky ice cubes can give you a quick win from a presentation standpoint). Garnish with a couple of fresh strawberries, cut in half, and serve.
7: Mango Daiquiri Recipe
This bright and tropical cocktail delivers summer in a glass. Ideal for sipping during long summer garden parties, this mango daiquiri reimagines a classic cocktail with bold, new flavours.
Ingredients
- 50ml white rum
- 100ml Master Of Mixes Mango Mixer
- Mango Slice
- Lime wedge
- Mint
Method (step-by-step)
Add 50ml of white rum and 100ml of our Master of Mixes Mango Mixer to a cocktail shaker over ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds, then strain. To mix things up and for a different take on the strawberry daiquiri above, serve it over crushed ice. Then, garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge.
Ready to Experiment with Our Quick Cocktail Recipes at Home?
These are easy cocktails to make. You don’t need any special skills or rare ingredients. Just pick up the right mixers from Good Time In, and you’re all set. Discover our full collection of pre-made cocktail mixers and experiment with even more cocktail recipes at home.
