Every month, millions of people search for information about cocktails on the web. While there are certainly fan favorites that are consistently popular from month to month, there are others that tend to trend seasonally.
As we get ready to bring in the 2015 New Year, let’s take a look back at the top 10 cocktails of 2014 according to Google.
10. Tequila Sunrise
The Tequila Sunrise is a cocktail made of tequila, orange juice, and grenadine and served unmixed in a tall glass. The cocktail is named for its appearance when served, with gradations of color resembling a sunrise. –Wikipedia
9. Long Island Iced Tea
A Long Island Iced Tea is a powerful concoction that is a combination of five different spirits, despite the ease to drink. It is the basis of many elaborate mixed-drinks, and is named after the continental USA’s largest island – Long Island, in New York.
8. White Russian
A White Russian is a simple vodka cocktail with a creamy, coffee flavor that makes for a great dessert drink. It is very similar to a Kahlua and Cream but stronger due to the addition of vodka.
7. Moscow Mule
The Moscow Mule is a refreshing vodka-based cocktail that uses ginger beer and has a sweet and sour flavor. They are commonly known for being served in trademark copper mugs.
6. Mint Julep
The Mint Julep is a spirit-forward cocktail with a sweet flavor that is served on the rocks. It is most commonly known for being the official drink of the Kentucky Derby.
5. Mimosa
A Mimosa is a cocktail composed of one part champagne (or other sparkling wine) and one part chilled citrus fruit juice, usually orange juice unless otherwise specified (e.g. a grapefruit juice mimosa). –Wikipedia
4. Mojito
The Mojito is a tropical rum-based cocktail that is fruity and sour with refreshing carbonation. The Mojito originated in Cuba and quickly became one of the most fashionable tropical drinks.
3. Sangria
Sangria is a typical beverage from Spain and Portugal. It normally consists of wine, chopped fruit, a sweetener, and a small amount of added brandy. <em>-Wikipedia</em></p>
2. Martini
The Martini is a timeless classic. It can be made many different ways with either vodka or gin. To an old hand, a well made Martini is pure delectation.
1. Margarita
The margarita is a cocktail consisting of tequila, triple sec and lime or lemon juice, often served with salt on the rim of the glass. It is the most common tequila-based cocktail in the United States.
