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There are many stories about the creation of cocktails, and one of the most famous anecdotes derives from cockfighting, which was popular in the USA in the 19th century. The tail feathers (cock’s tail) of the defeated rooster were handed over to the winner as a trophy and a toast would be drunk. Mixing gin, rum, whisky and other spirits with water, fruit juices or bitter elixirs was a common way to enjoy them at that time. The mixed drinks were also refined with ginger or chilli to create a particularly stimulating effect. At the end of the 19th century, the golden age of cocktails began, and during this period, classics such as the Martini, Manhattan and Old Fashioned were served for the first time. Today, these and many other creations are essential items on any bar menu, with Mojito, Aperol Spritz, Gin & Tonic, Caipirinha or Cuba Libre among the most popular and most frequently ordered cocktails.
Alcohol-free cocktails
Non-alcoholic cocktails are one of the biggest trends in bars worldwide. From Nojito to Virgin Colada and Ipanema, the popularity of so-called “mocktails” is growing. The reason behind the trend lies in increasing mindfulness with regard to nutrition, health and alcohol consumption. “Mindful drinking” refers to the conscious and also less frequent drinking of alcoholic beverages. Beer and wine are now available in a range of non-alcoholic varieties, and the absence of gin and rum, etc. from the list of ingredients does not impair enjoyment one little bit. Countless recipes and variations ensure that neither the wonderful taste nor the appearance has to be dispensed with.
Even tried-and-tested classics can be lifted into new realms of flavour with a shot of AcetoPlus. Try our variation of a Cosmopolitan, with a shot of AcetoPlus cranberry added to the Cointreau, vodka and cranberry juice.
