Party Like It's 1929

Because they can be easily mistaken for less potent beverages, ("This is a raid!") drinks from the heyday of the Roaring 20's continue to be the perfect choice for the modern office party or after hours get-together.

A rule of thumb for mixing any Prohibition-era drink is to start with an alcoholic beverage and then sweeten it, or otherwise wrap it in an air of innocent respectability.

Dubonnet Cocktail

Originally invented to mask the taste of Prohibition 'bathtub' gin, this classic drink still retains its air of sophistication. And if anyone asks, you're drinking Dubonnet. Sweet.

1 shot Gin
1 shot Dubonnet
Lemon Twist

Add a few ice cubes to a mixing glass. Add Dubonnet and gin. Mix and strain into a chilled cocktail or rock glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Highball

1 shot rye whisky
Ginger ale.

Add ice to a highball glass. Mix in ingredients. Serve.

Long Island Iced Tea

Cola is what lends color to the Long Island Iced Tea. Since the 1920's, no actual tea has ever been harmed in the making of one. Speaking of one, that should suffice for a relaxed evening. Two Long Island Iced Teas and you're looking forward to a summons to HR in the morning:

1 shot Vodka
1 shot Tequila
1 shot White Rum
1 shot Gin
1 shot Triple Sec
Sweet & Sour Mix, or sugar and lemon juice to taste
1 splash Coca-Cola

Mix ingredients together over ice in a glass. Pour into a shaker and give one brisk shake. Pour into tall Collins or drinking glass. Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve with a straw.

also see -> Drink Recipes | Cocktail Party Ideas | Virgin Cocktail Recipes