Tips, Tricks & Trends
Stirrings contributors make it easy to master mixology with foolproof advice for the novice, or the noted, mixologist.

Splurge or Steal: Cocktail Edition

So, what’s a savvy socialite to do when she wants an exciting cocktail but doesn’t want to pony up $16 per drink? We recently checked out four of the countries hottest hot spots and are happy to provide our budget conscious versions for you here. The average savings is about $11 per cocktail making these delicious drinks cheap and chic!

Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar

Perfect for brunches, tailgating, Super Bowl and any other time you can carve out to enjoy a morning cocktail with friends, a Bloody Mary bar is an exciting addition to the party that is fun for guests, and easy for hosts. A little prep work and imagination is all it takes.

Bar Building

The best BYOB bars have a personal touch from the host’s favorite Bloody recipes. Here are some of ours, but note that you can mix and match, add or subtract to make it your own. For simplified preparation, lay out the items in the order described below.