You’re attending a party and the host has said not to bring anything. You know they always have the perfect drinks to pour throughout each course of the night, so you don’t want to bring them a bottle of wine (unless you have something special that you know they’ll love as a gift). You could bring tea towels, or flowers, or a serving dish (all wonderful choices, I might add!), but if you know your host loves libations, and perhaps even has a bar cart, consider bringing a fun treat that you know they might not buy on their own: cocktail mixers.

Now I’m not talking about the kind you see rows and rows of in a liquor store or big box grocery store. I’m talking about fun, craft mixers that even the snobbiest of drink lovers will enjoy playing with at their next party. If you’re not sure where to begin, we’ve found some great ideas below. And if you’re feeling generous, pair your mix with the liquor that is meant to accompany the product, or even a fun cocktail shaker!

Bittermilk Tom Collins With Elderflowers & Hops

Mix with: Gin or Vodka
Bittermilk Tom Collins

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Wilks & Wilson – Millicent’s Lime Mint Elixir

Mix with: Rum
Millicent's Lime Mint Elixir

White Whale Auntie’s Old Fashioned

Mix with: Bourbon
Auntie's Old Fashioned

Jack Rudy Cocktail Co. Small Batch Grenadine

Mix with: Gin or Tequila
Small Batch Grenadine

Poor Man’s Kitchen Clove & Five Spice Syrup Set

Mix with: Mulled Wine or Hot Toddy
Clove & Five Spice Syrup Set

Owl’s Brew Tea

Mix with: Vodka, Tequila, Gin, Whiskey, or Wheat Beer
Owl's Brew Tea

Real Dill Bloody Mary Mix

Mix with: Vodka
Real Dill Bloody Mary Mix

Royal Rose Saffron Simple Syrup

Mix with: Dark Rums, Bourbon, or Brandy
Royal Rose Saffron Simple Syrup

Belvoir Fruit Farms Elderflower Cordial

Mix with: Sparkling Wine or Gin
Belvoir Elderflower Cordial

Raft Hibiscus Lavender

Mix with: Vodka, Tequila, Gin, or Prosecco
Raft Hibiscus Lavender

Liber & Co. Classic Gum Syrup & Spiced Tonic Set

Mix with: Gin
Liber & Co. Classic Gum Syrup & Spiced Tonic Set

Proof Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup Set

Mix with: Bourbon
Proof Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup Set

Quince & Apple Cocktail Syrups

Mix with: Gin, Vodka, or Sparkling Wine
Quince and Apple Cocktail Syrups

Giovanni’s Nectar of the Gods Bellini Mix

Mix with: Prosecco
Giovanni Bellini Mix

 

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14 Craft Cocktail Mixers For The Host Who Has It All