Some of the best cocktails were created decades ago, be it the timeless Martini, classic Manhattan, or evergreen Margarita. All these cocktails withstood the test of time and retained their identity owing to their rich taste and popularity. Here are some of the classic cocktails you must know how to make.

• Martini

A classic Martini is made with gin and vermouth. To make this cocktail, add half an ounce of vermouth and 2.5 ounces of gin in a glass. Stir it for 30 seconds and then pour it in a martini glass. Garnish with olives and lemon slices to give it a herbal and rich flavor.

• Manhattan

Dating back to the 1800s, this is one of the classic cocktails, you must know how to make. You need two ounces of whiskey (preferably rye), an ounce of vermouth, and some bitters. This cocktail is usually stirred and then strained into a cocktail glass. You can garnish this drink with maraschino cherries.

• Daiquiri

Originating in Cuba, this cocktail is thought to have its roots in the late 1800s. When it comes to style, presentation, variations, and age, this cocktail is quite similar to a classic margarita. To prepare this classic cocktail, fill up the shaker with ice, top it up with 2.5 ounces of rum, one ounce of lime, and half an ounce of simple syrup. For any event such as a get-together or beach vacation, you can easily whip up this delicious cocktail.

• Margarita

Owing to the popularity of this classic cocktail, it is hard to find anyone who is oblivious to a margarita. Like a martini, this cocktail is available in a variety of colors and flavors. Although mixologists are trying out new variations of this cocktail, the classic recipe for a margarita is quite simple. The main ingredients of this recipe include four ounces of tequila, two ounces of Cointreau, and juice of two limes topped on ice. You can garnish it with lemon wedges, but the salt is optional.

• Mojito

This ageless cocktail originated in the 16 ^th century in Cuba. Today this rich drink is enjoyed and appreciated across the globe. Although this cocktail usually takes some time to make, but the wait is worthwhile. Start by carefully muddling some mint leaves in a shaker. Then you need an ounce and a half of white rum, add equal parts of lime juice and simple syrup. Top it up with club soda and garnish with some mint leaves to get citrus, herbal, and refreshing flavor.

Whether you are inviting your friends for a dinner party or brushing up your basic skills, these are some of the interesting and classic cocktails, you must know how to make. Tim Collins, Gin and tonic, Bloody Mary, and French 75 are some of the other classic cocktails that you can try to make.