Learning to craft cocktails is quite rewarding, especially the classic ones, as they will never go out of style. You can make your drink at any time or play the best bartender for your guests. Using the correct technique is vital for making the best cocktails. There are many classic cocktails to master to become a cocktail pro. Some of them are given below:

1. Old Fashioned
A timeless and one of the most popular cocktails in the world is the Old Fashioned, which dates back to the early 1800s. It is made with rye or bourbon whiskey, a sugar cube, Angostura bitters, and a dash of ice. Lastly, the drink is garnished with an orange slice or orange peel.

2. Negroni
This cocktail is easy for anyone to memorize and mix up as it needs equal parts of the three ingredients – gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. Negroni is an all-season drink traditionally served with an orange peel placed on the top. This drink will bring out the perfect flavors when made using the right proportions, whether it is shaken or stirred

3. Daiquiri
Daiquiri is a delicious yet sophisticated drink for any occasion. The classic version of this cocktail is made with two parts white rum, one part of lime juice, half a measure of sugar syrup, and ice cubes. Shake and strain this cocktail and serve in a martini glass. In no time can anyone master this drink.

4. Screwdriver
With just two ingredients, you can make this classic and refreshing evening drink. The base ingredients to make this cocktail are one part vodka and two parts freshly squeezed orange juice. And you are ready to serve.

5. Margarita
Tequila lovers will love making this easy-to-make mixed drink. The truly classic Margarita recipe combines the tanginess of lime and sweetness of orange to deliver the right taste. Shake in a cocktail shaker, take tequila two measures, a measure of lime juice, and triple sec with ice cubes until chilled. Once done, strain, serve and enjoy this refreshing drink.

6. Whiskey sour
The classic Whiskey Sour is a perfectly balanced drink that dates back to the 1870s. Here is what you will need to make this drink – Bourbon whiskey, lime juice, and maple syrup. Shake all the ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker, and it is ready to serve. Traditional whiskey sour also used egg white to add a light and frothy element to the cocktail.

7. Manhattan
This classic cocktail from the 19 ^th century is a favorite of many whiskey lovers and is a simple recipe anyone can master. Manhattan combines two measures of rye whiskey, one measure of sweet vermouth, and one or two dashes of Angostura bitters to give it a spicy and sweet flavor. Stir the ingredients and strain into a cocktail glass.

Once you have mastered these classic cocktails, you can experiment with other flavors and variations to impress your guests.