Why You Should Think Twice About Using Mixers For Cocktails

What should a great cocktail have? What should it taste like and what's the best way to make it? There are no easy answers to these questions and there are scores of opinions on the subject. According to The Guardian, the two major ingredients in a cocktail are alcohol and ice, and if you really want an authentic cocktail, it's a good idea to add 50 ml of the "base spirit" and use enough ice to ensure that the drink is as cold as it should be and not heavily diluted. Side note: if you're ordering a drink at your favorite bar, you may want to avoid ice completely.

As a Redditor explained in the r/cocktails subreddit, it's essential to find the right balance between several flavors while perfecting a cocktail recipe. They wrote, "Ideally, a good drink shouldn't mask the taste of alcohol. It's there to be enjoyed. But a good drink should also not be overwhelming, because then it's not enjoyable."

Also, most folks would attest to the fact that mixers often form a crucial part of the cocktail-making process. However, it might be wise to turn them down and try something else for the sake of your health, according to Food & Wine.