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Margaritas are the chameleon of the cocktail world: there’s no doubt about it! Serve them with a fizzy or creamy compliment, make them sour, salty, sweet or have one on the rocks: the choice is yours.  They’re the ideal cocktail for fussy drinkers who love customising the classics. Nowadays, restaurants and bars love to put their stamp on the margarita, serving them in fish bowls and diluting them for a more long-lasting experience.  But a traditional margarita is strong. Its tart flavour comprises three ingredients for the perfect, easy-to-make cocktail. That’s why Cocktail Crates is here to tell you about...

Are you on the hunt for the ultimate summer cocktail?  Look no further than the perfectly sweet, deliciously sour Pornstar Martini. A crowd-pleaser every season, pornstar martinis have been a staple item on restaurant and bar menus since the early noughties, and it’s clear to see why.  Today, Cocktail Crates will explain why the pornstar martini has been a classic for over twenty years. If you want a high-class, low-cost way to make this drink at home, we offer a premium Pornstar Martini Cocktail Kit Gift Box that’s ideal for birthdays, hen do's or a stay-at-home cocktail-making night with friends....

When it comes to dessert, why stop at just cakes and pastries?  Dessert drinks can be just as indulgent. Whether you're looking for a decadent after-dinner treat or a sweet brunch-time pick-me-up, finding the combination of sugary liqueurs right for you will be easy. But first, you must explore your options.  From classics like Irish Coffee and Brandy Alexander to modern favourites like Chocolate Martini and Espresso Martini, it won’t be long before you discover your all-time favourite cocktail.  Today, Cocktail Crates is here to give you dessert drink inspiration. Each cocktail on our list will also come with a...

Bring back those Sex and the City vibes with the classic Cosmopolitan, brought to you by www.cocktailcrates.co.uk.  Find out how to shake up this cocktail in 8 simple steps!