Movie Night Mixology: Drinks Inspired by Cinema Classics

Whether you’re hosting a movie marathon or just enjoying a night in with your favorite films, the right drink can elevate the experience. Why settle for ordinary when you can sip on cocktails inspired by some of the greatest movies of all time? From the sleek sophistication of Casablanca to the roaring 1920s vibe of The Great Gatsby, here are 6 creative and delicious drinks that pay homage to cinema classics.

1. Casablanca Cooler

Inspired by: Casablanca

Ingredients:

• 2 oz gin

• 1 oz lime juice

• ½ oz simple syrup

• Splash of club soda

• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

How to Make: Shake gin, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a glass filled with ice, top with club soda, and garnish with mint.

2. The Godfather’s Negroni

Inspired by: The Godfather

Ingredients:

• 1 oz bourbon

• 1 oz Campari

• 1 oz sweet vermouth

• Orange twist for garnish

How to Make: Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a rocks glass with one large ice cube. Garnish with an orange twist.

3. La La Lavender Martini

Inspired by: La La Land

Ingredients:

• 2 oz vodka

• 1 oz lavender syrup

• ½ oz lemon juice

• Edible lavender or lemon wheel for garnish

How to Make:Shake vodka, lavender syrup, and lemon juice with ice. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish.

4. The Big Lebowski’s White Russian

Inspired by: The Big Lebowski

Ingredients:

• 1 oz vodka

• 1 oz coffee liqueur

• 2 oz heavy cream

How to Make: Fill a rocks glass with ice, pour in vodka and coffee liqueur, then float cream on top. Stir gently before sipping.

5. Breakfast at Tiffany’s Mimosa Twist

Inspired by: Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Ingredients:

• 3 oz champagne

• 1 oz orange juice

• ½ oz elderflower liqueur

• Orange slice for garnish

How to Make: Combine orange juice and elderflower liqueur in a flute glass. Top with champagne and garnish with an orange slice.

6. Jurassic Jungle Juice

Inspired by: Jurassic Park

Ingredients:

• 1 oz rum

• 1 oz blue curaçao

• ½ oz lime juice

• 3 oz pineapple juice

• Lime wheel for garnish

How to Make: Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a glass, and garnish with a lime wheel.

7. Moulin Rouge Sangria

Inspired by: Moulin Rouge!

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle red wine

• 1 orange, sliced

• 1 lemon, sliced

• 1 apple, diced

• 2 oz brandy

• 2 oz orange juice

How to Make: Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and let chill for at least 2 hours. Serve over ice.

8. Star Wars Blue Milk Punch

Inspired by: Star Wars

Ingredients:

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1 oz white rum

• ½ oz blue curaçao

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Ice cubes

How to Make: Blend all ingredients with ice until frothy. Serve in a chilled glass.

9. Pretty in Pink Margarita

Inspired by: Pretty in Pink

Ingredients:

• 2 oz tequila

• 1 oz lime juice

• 1 oz cranberry juice

• ½ oz triple sec

• Lime wedge and salt for garnish

How to Make: Rim a glass with salt, shake all ingredients with ice, and strain into the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.

10. The Wizard of Oz Emerald Elixir

Inspired by: The Wizard of Oz

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Midori (melon liqueur)

• 1 oz vodka

• ½ oz lime juice

• Splash of soda water

• Lime wedge for garnish

How to Make: Shake Midori, vodka, and lime juice with ice. Strain into a glass, top with soda water, and garnish with a lime wedge.

Pair your favorite films with these equally entertaining cocktails and turn any movie night into a blockbuster event. Cheers to good drinks and even better stories!

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The Scarlet Spoon Team 🍸🎥