However, beneath the surface of these popular choices lies a treasure trove of underrated cocktails that deserve their moment in the spotlight.
We reached out to bartenders from various establishments to uncover these hidden gems. Here are the top 10 underrated cocktails that you should try, as recommended by the pros.
Often overshadowed by its cousin, the Negroni, the Boulevardier swaps out gin for bourbon or rye whiskey.
Its combination of whiskey, Campari, and sweet vermouth offers a perfect balance between sweet, bitter, and strong.
Part of a series of “hair of the dog” cocktails, the Corpse Reviver #2 is a refreshing mix of gin, lemon juice, triple sec, Lillet Blanc, and a dash of absinthe.
This Prohibition-era cocktail made a comeback in the early 2000s but is still relatively unknown to many.
A mix of equal parts gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice, it’s a complex, herbaceous drink with a beautiful, pale green hue.