Sipping cocktails should be a simple pleasure. With these delectable two-ingredient cocktails, simplicity is assured, as is pleasure!
2-Ingredient Cocktails You’ll Want to Memorize
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Greyhound
For this classic cocktail, simply pour two ounces of gin into a cocktail glass, and top with grapefruit juice to taste. Serve it with salt on the glass’s rim to make it a Salty Dog.
![Negroni Cocktail with orange and ice.](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Extra-Dry-Negroni_1125273662.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Extra Dry Negroni
Here’s a classic made with gin, Campari (a dark red bitters liqueur) and red vermouth. For an extra dry negroni and an enchantingly simple two-ingredient cocktail, skip the vermouth and serve over ice with a twist of orange.
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Rusty Nail
Be like Sinatra and the rest of the Rat Pack: Make the Rusty Nail your go-to two-ingredient cocktail. It’s simply two parts Scotch whiskey to a half part Drambuie liqueur. Served on the rocks or straight up, it’s an old-school classic that sings with simplicity.
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Martini
The martini may be the iconic two-ingredient cocktail, with the basic format being three parts gin or vodka and a half part vermouth. A dry martini uses less vermouth; a wet martini, more. Whether you prefer it shaken or stirred, up or on the rocks, it doesn’t get much more simple and elegant than this. Garnish with an olive or a twist of lemon.
![Americano Cocktail with lemon and ice.](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Americano.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Americano
The Americano is another old-school classic that deconstructs the Negroni by keeping the vermouth and Campari while skipping the gin. Simply pour equal parts Campari and sweet vermouth over the rocks. A splash of club soda is optional for a sparkling version.
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Irish Coffee
Traditionally, Irish coffee consists of strong coffee, brown sugar, Irish whiskey and cream. But you can make it with a cup of strong coffee and an ounce of Irish cream liqueur. If you want to garnish, add a bit of whipped cream and some chocolate shavings.
![three cocktails in a row, gin/martini/vodka](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/shutterstock_87030428.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Gibson
A Gibson is essentially a martini with a cocktail onion garnish. Traditionally, it starts with a bit less vermouth, but you can work the proportions to your taste.
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Black Russian
The classic Black Russian is vodka plus kahlua (coffee-flavored liqueur) on a two-to-one ratio, though you can adjust the ratio to your liking. Serve over ice in an old-fashioned rocks glass. For a White Russian, top with cream.
![Two glasses with mimosa cocktail](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/shutterstock_561512077.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Mimosa
The classic mimosa calls for orange juice and a splash of champagne. We love it because it’s the perfect accompaniment to brunch!
![Two glasses of bellini cocktail with bouquet of roses](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Bellini_1009292707.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Bellini
A classic Bellini is just like a mimosa, except you use peach nectar in place of the orange juice.
![Fresh home made Tom Collins cocktails with lemon](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/shutterstock_478511203.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Summer Collins
For a simple Summer Collins, use equal parts gin and lemonade. Serve over ice with an optional fruit garnish. For a Vodka Collins, use vodka in place of gin. In the winter, try these vodka drinks.
![Caipirinha cocktail with lime](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Roses-Gimlet.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Rose’s Gimlet
A gimlet is kind of like a Collins, except it uses lime in place of lemon. Use two parts gin to one part sweetened lime juice (like Rose’s). Shake and pour over ice in an old-fashioned glass. Serve with a wedge of lime.
![Homemade classic margarita drink with lime and salt](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Skinny-Margarita.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Skinny Margarita
The classic margarita uses tequila, lemon, lime, orange liqueur and a bit of sweetener. But you can make it simple by mixing tequila and a hint of Rose’s lime juice. Shake over ice and serve. Salt optional.
Take your drink to the next level with these fancy margaritas.
![Screwdriver Cocktail with vodka, ice and orange juice.](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Screwdriver.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Screwdriver
This classic cocktail is simply vodka plus orange juice served over ice. An orange slice for garnish is completely optional.
![Cape Codder Cocktail with lime and ice](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Vodka-cranberry.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Vodka-Cranberry
It doesn’t have a clever name, but walk into any bar, and hear lots of folks ordering a good old vodka-cranberry. Garnish it with a lime and call it a Cape Codder. You can go the extra mile by using this homemade cranberry juice.
![Juicy grapefruit cocktail with ice and alcohol](https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Simple-Paloma.jpg?fit=700%2C700)
Simple Paloma
The classic Paloma is made of tequila, grapefruit, lime, and a sweetener. You can make a shortcut version by mixing equal parts tequila and soda—either Fresca or grapefruit-flavored Jarritos works. Serve on the rocks with a wedge of lime for squeezing to taste. Don’t forget to try this tequila old-fashioned.
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Juicy Julep
A classic mint julep consists of bourbon, simple syrup and muddled mint leaves. But when we asked our Southern friends about the tricks to making a mint julep, we were told it doesn’t actually have to be “mint” at all. To make our version of a Juicy Julep, simply leave out the mint, and substitute a flavored simple syrup for a plain simple syrup.
Next, take a trip to the Big Easy with this sophisticated Sazerac recipe, the official cocktail of New Orleans.