You can’t always hop a flight whenever you please (we know, a pity), but you can pour yourself a cocktail from another culture. Here, our favorite signature concoctions from around the world.
The Best Cocktails from Around the World
Sip your way across the globe
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Published Aug 25, 2015
Spain: Tinto De Verano
In most Spanish restaurants, a glass of this simple take on sangria is cheaper than a bottle of water. It's basically just red wine and some lemon-lime soda.
Italy: Aperol Spritz
Come 5 p.m., Italians in every outdoor plaza will be drinking this bright orange, bittersweet aperitif. All you need to transport yourself to Venice is Prosecco, Aperol, club soda and an orange wedge.
Sugar and Charm
Korea: Subak-soju
You’ll find this simple drink on many a Korean cocktail menu. It's a blend of Soju (a distilled rice liquor) and fresh watermelon and lime juices.
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Thailand: Siam Sunray
Vodka and coconut liqueur combined with Thai chili, ginger, lemongrass and lime makes for a sweet and spicy sip.
Cuba: Mojito
Invented in Cuba and preferred by Hemingway, this mix of muddled mint, sugar, lime and rum is still an international favorite.
Brazil: Caipirinha
Similar to the mojito is this refreshing drink, which consists of crushed ice, muddled lime, sugar and cachaça (a Brazilian rum-like liquor).
Peru: Pisco Sour
Yes, there’s egg in your cocktail...along with some simple syrup, lime juice and Pisco (a Peruvian brandy).
France: Kir Royale
This sparkling aperitif--made with Champagne, crème de cassis and berries--is the epitome of French sophistication.
England: Pimm's Cup
Transport yourself to London with Pimm’s No. 1, ginger beer, cucumber, sliced fruit and herbs.
Canada: Caesar
This Canadian take on a Bloody Mary is a concoction of vodka, clam juice, hot sauce, celery and lime.
Singapore: Singapore Sling
Invented at a Singapore hotel bar, this summertime gin drink (shaken with pineapple, orange liqueur, grenadine and lime juice) is sweet, tangy and tart all at once.