Gear Up For The Golden Globes With These Curated Cocktails

Inspired by this year’s biggest shows and movies, Bacardi has curated a list of cocktails using spirits from its portfolio.
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With the nominations recently announced, the 81st Golden Globes is set to take place on Sunday, January 5th. One of the biggest nights in entertainment, this star-studded event will honor the best in film and television.

Inspired by this year’s biggest shows and movies, Bacardi has curated a list of cocktails using spirits from its portfolio, so that you can celebrate your favorite stars in style. So, let’s take a look at Bacardi’s Golden Globes cocktails. 

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The Emerald City 

This curated cocktail transports you to the magical Emerald City in Oz, the setting for Wicked, the new film adaptation of the award-winning musical starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and Jonathan Bailey. 

Ingredients: 

  •       1 ½ oz GREY GOOSE® Le Citron Flavored Vodka
  •       ¾ oz MARTINI® Bianco Vermouth
  •       ¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  •       ½ oz Honey Syrup (equal parts Honey & Hot Water)


Method:
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled martini cocktail glass. 

The Grand Slam Spritz 

Inspired by the blend of competition and elegance, the Grand Slam Spritz pairs St-Germain, Prosecco, sparkling soda, and a touch of mint for a bright, refreshing sip—ideal for toasting to The Challengers. The movie stars Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, and Mike Faist in a dramatic, tennis-themed romantic drama. 

Ingredients:

  •       1 1/2 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
  •       2 oz Martini prosecco
  •       2 oz Soda water
  •       Mint sprig & Lime wedge for garnish   


Method:
Add ice into a wine glass. Pour St-Germain and add approximately eight mint leaves. Top with Sparkling wine and soda water. Stir the drink to combine all the ingredients. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge.

Gladiator II & Ginger

Inspired by Gladiator II, which earned a nomination for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement, the Gladiator II & Ginger cocktail pays tribute to the film’s boldness. It uses Teeling Irish Whiskey to reflect the strength of its protagonist, played by Paul Mescal.

Ingredients: 

  •       1½ oz Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey
  •       1 oz Ginger Ale
  •       ½ oz Simple Syrup
  •       ½ oz Lemon Juice
  •       8-10 Mint Leave


Method:
Build in a Collins glass filled with crushed ice. Add all ingredients and mix well. Garnish with mint leaves.

The Crime Scene Sour 

This bold cocktail, featuring Dewar’s 12 Year Old scotch, zesty lemon, rich maple syrup, and blood orange juice, is as smooth and intriguing as the twists in the nominated TV show Only Murders in the Building.

Ingredients:

  •       2 oz Dewar’s 12 Year Old
  •       Lemon juice
  •       Maple syrup
  •       Ginger syrup
  •       Blood orange juice
  •       Angostura bitters


Method:
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into ice filled rocks glass.

The Bear Necessity 

Inspired by The Bear, this cocktail captures its charm with a blend of Aberfeldy 12 Year Old scotch, local honey, bitters, and a twist of orange. Bold yet sweet, it’s a delightful tribute to the irresistible duo of Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri.

Ingredients:

  •       2 oz Aberfeldy 12 Single Malt Scotch whisky
  •       1 bar spoon of local honey
  •       2 dashes Angostura bitters
  •       2 dashes orange bitters


Method:
Add the honey syrup, bitters and Aberfeldy 12 Year Old to a mixing glass, add ice and stir to dilute. Pour into a rocks glass. Add some cubed ice. Cut and twist an orange zest expressing the oils over the drink and discard.

Beth Squires

Beth Squires joined Mark Littler Ltd full-time in October 2020 after completing her university degree in English Literature. Since then, she has acquired extensive knowledge about all aspects of whisk(e)y and now holds the position of Deputy Editor at The Whiskey Wash. Beth is passionate about history, industry innovation, marketing, and sustainability. With a special fondness for independently bottled rare scotch, Beth also serves as a whisky bottle investment specialist.

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