Mixed drink

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Mixed drink is a beverage in which two or more ingredients are mixed. Some contain liquor, others are non-alcoholic.

Mixed drinks come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, and they may be either alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
Mixed drinks

Types of Mixed Drinks[edit | edit source]

Mixed drinks can be broadly categorized into two types: alcoholic and non-alcoholic.

Alcoholic Mixed Drinks[edit | edit source]

Alcoholic mixed drinks, also known as cocktails, typically contain one or more types of liquor and other ingredients such as fruit juice, cream, honey, milk, water, or soda. Some popular examples include the Martini, Mojito, and Bloody Mary.

Non-Alcoholic Mixed Drinks[edit | edit source]

Non-alcoholic mixed drinks, also known as mocktails, do not contain any liquor. Instead, they are made with ingredients like fruit juices, sodas, and flavored syrups. Some popular examples include the Virgin Mary, Shirley Temple, and Arnold Palmer.

History of Mixed Drinks[edit | edit source]

The history of mixed drinks dates back to ancient times. The first recorded mixed drink was a mixture of beer, mead, and berries consumed by the ancient Sumerians. The practice of mixing drinks continued through the ages, with the term "cocktail" first appearing in print in 1806 in an American publication called The Balance and Columbian Repository.

Preparation of Mixed Drinks[edit | edit source]

The preparation of mixed drinks involves mixing the ingredients in the right proportions. This is typically done using a cocktail shaker, but can also be done in a blender or even by stirring. The drink is then typically served in a specific type of glass, such as a cocktail glass, highball glass, or Collins glass.

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