Hey, Reader!

Every mixologist, whether new or expert, has those days when they need a cocktail that's easy to make, with ingredients you always have on hand. Plus, less dishes!

Enter two-ingredient drinks. Many of these are popular sippers I'm sure you've heard of, and for good reason! They're easy to make, easy to order and consistent in their flavors.

Here are some of my favorites:

gin & tonic

The gin & tonic, or G&T, is an icon. This classic cocktail is one of the world’s favorite cocktails to order at bars, sip on planes and make at home. The key to a great G&T is getting the proportions just right and using quality ingredients — that's where I can help!

greyhound

The greyhound is a refreshing drink that packs a sweet-and-sour punch! Fresh citrus juice and your choice of vodka or gin come together in this flavorful anytime sipper.

jack & coke

When the ingredients are literally in the name of a drink, you may wonder why you need a recipe at all. Proportions matter a lot, as do the ingredients you use. I like to master the classic and customize from there!

whiskey ginger

The spice in a whiskey ginger is the best way to warm up on a wintry night or cool down in the summer. Take it to the next level by using homemade ginger ale and control just how sweet or spicy your cocktail ends up — but then it's not two ingredients, so store-bought is totally worth it for the ease.

screwdriver

Refreshing and versatile, the screwdriver is another classic worth knowing. Once you learn this recipe, it's easy to build onto it to create other drinks like the fuzzy navel.

If you like the simplicity of these recipes, don't stop here! I've got even more two-ingredient drinks for you to try, or level up with these three-ingredient drinks.

Cheers!

Susannah