When you think of the perfect weekend after a long work week, do you picture getting together with your friends, eating great food, and enjoying a cocktail (or two)? So do we!
Below are 5 fabulous large-format cocktails and their recipes that are served at some of New York City’s most popular off-the-clock hangout spots!
For Brunch: Aperol Spritz and Mimosa pitchers are always served bubbly and bright at Virginia’s, known for its classic American fare & knockout burger.
Virginia’s Peach Spritz
by Virginia’s
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz. Aperol
- .5 oz. Giffard Peach Liqueur
- Prosecco, to top
- 1 oz. Fever Tree Grapefruit Soda
Virginia’s Mimosa
by Virginia’s
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Orange Juice
- Prosecco, to top
For The Pre-Game: The perfect sneaky drink to jumpstart a long night is Foxtail’s Dapper Fox. Served in a punch bowl with individual teacups, the whole group can enjoy a sip that hits every mark of bubbly, fruity, and just a little nutty!
Dapper Fox
by Foxtail NYC
Ingredients
- 1 oz. Woodford Reserve Bourbon
- Champagne, to top
- .5 tsp Giffard Vanilla Liqueur
- 1 dash Walnut Bitters
- .5 oz. Lemon Juice
- 1 oz. Strawberry Syrup
Preparation
- Add all ingredients to a small mixing tin sans sparkling.
- Add ice and shake vigorously.
- Double strain into small tin, and add sparkling.
- Pour into coupe glass and garnish with a strawberry heart skewer.
For The Best Night Out: Built by a couple of friends who wanted to hang out with a couple more friends, Ray’s Hometown Bar keeps the gang together with their cocktail pitchers. Fun fact: you can order almost any Ray’s-themed cocktails in a pitchers for a fun night!
Margarita Pitcher
by Ray’s Hometown Bar
Ingredients
- 16 oz. Tequila
- 8 oz. Lime
- 4 oz. Agave
- 6 Lime Wheels
Preparation
- In a 60 oz. pitcher, fill 3/4 of the way with ice.
- Add all ingredients and give it a couple stirs.
- Serve with glasses and a side of lime wedges.
Aperol Spritz Pitcher
by Ray’s Hometown Bar
Ingredients
- 8 oz. Aperol
- 750 ml. Prosecco
- 5 dashes Orange Bitters
- 6 Orange Slices
Preparation
- In a 60 oz. pitcher, fill 3/4 of the way with ice.
- Add all ingredients and stir to combine.