5 Cocktails to Raise a Glass for Oscars Watch Party

Lights, Camera, Cocktails!

The Oscars are just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate Hollywood’s biggest night than with a delicious and refreshing drink? From the classic Champagne Cocktail to the tangy Margarita, we’ve rounded up 5 of the most popular cocktails for Oscars watch party with their recipes and our top alcohol brand recommendations. Plus, we’ve added some exclusive alcohol deals to make your viewing party a hit.

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Champagne Cocktail

Raise a glass and toast to your favorite nominees with the elegant Champagne Cocktail. Made with sugar, bitters, and champagne, this classic drink is perfect for any celebratory occasion. For the best experience, we recommend Moet & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, or Dom Perignon champagne brands.

Ingredients:

1 sugar cube
2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters
Champagne
Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions:

Place the sugar cube at the bottom of a champagne flute.
Add 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the sugar cube.
Pour champagne into the flute until it’s full.
Garnish with a lemon twist and serve.

Old Fashioned

If you’re looking for a strong and flavorful cocktail, the Old Fashioned is the perfect choice. Made with whiskey, sugar, bitters, and a citrus peel, this classic cocktail has stood the test of time. We recommend Jack Daniel’s, Jameson, or Bulleit whiskey brands for a rich and smooth taste.

Ingredients:

2 oz whiskey
1 sugar cube
2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters
Orange or lemon peel for garnish

Instructions:

Place the sugar cube at the bottom of a rocks glass.
Add 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the sugar cube.
Muddle the sugar and bitters together until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the whiskey to the glass and stir.
Add ice to the glass and stir again.
Garnish with an orange or lemon peel and serve.

Sidecar

The Sidecar is a sophisticated cocktail that balances sweet and sour flavors perfectly. Made with cognac, Cointreau, and lemon juice, this drink is refreshing, easy to make and get at any online liquor store. For the best taste, we recommend Hennessy, Remy Martin, or Courvoisier cognac brands to cheer up with cocktails for Oscars watch party.

Ingredients:

2 oz cognac
1 oz Cointreau
1 oz lemon juice
Sugar for rimming the glass (optional)

Instructions:

Rim a cocktail glass with sugar (optional).
In a shaker, combine the cognac, Cointreau, and lemon juice with ice.
Shake until chilled.
Strain the mixture into the cocktail glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist and serve.

Martini

The Martini is a timeless cocktail that exudes elegance and sophistication. Made with gin and vermouth, this dry cocktail is perfect for those who love bold and complex flavors. We recommend Tanqueray, Bombay Sapphire, or Hendrick’s gin brands for a smooth and refined taste.

Ingredients:

2.5 oz gin
0.5 oz dry vermouth
Olive or lemon twist for garnish

Instructions:

In a shaker, combine the gin and vermouth with ice.
Shake until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with an olive or a lemon twist and serve.

Margarita

Add a tangy twist to your Oscar viewing party with the classic Margarita. Made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, this cocktail is perfect for those who love a little bit of sourness in their drinks. For the best taste, we recommend Patrón, Don Julio, or Casamigos tequila brands.