Going out to pubs with your friends for drinks over the weekend can make a serious dent in your earnings. While not all establishments are overpriced, one drink never seems to be enough. As a result, before you know it, you might have racked up quite a tab. So, what is the best way to spend less yet enjoy fun cocktails, you may ask? Why not make them at home?

Buying everything you need in bulk and experimenting with recipes at home is undoubtedly a more pocket-friendly option for those who don’t mind mixing their own drinks. You can check out these easy cocktail recipes for beginners and whip up a mean cosmopolitan just the way the barman does at your favorite hangout.

Cosmopolitan
It is one of the simplest and most commonly ordered cocktails. Serve it in that fancy glass they use at the pub, and voila! You’ve got yourself a nice sweet and sour cocktail. Made with vodka, cranberry, citrus, and orange liqueur, this explosive party in your mouth will keep you in high spirits. See what we did there? Go online to check out the exact measurements to make this cocktail. Every recipe has a unique twist.

Martini
Make it shaken or stirred; even 007 himself wouldn’t be able to resist one of these at home. A classy, elegant, and minimalistic cocktail, this is made of vodka or gin with some fortified vermouth wine is perfect for the martini recipe. Finish the icy drink off with some lemon peel or a couple of olives. Try practicing and surprise your date the next time by cooking a fancy dinner and then whipping up a couple of martinis to end a perfect evening. A common variation of this classic is made with grapefruit juice instead of the vermouth.

Margarita
Another one of the easy cocktail recipes for beginners is the classic margarita. All you need is some fresh lime juice, triple sec flavored liquor, and, most importantly, tequila! You can either shake it or blend it, as long as it has tequila in it. You can also experiment with some exciting combinations with various flavored liquor. A pitcher of margarita is the perfect party companion to entertain a big group.

Sex on the beach
Sex on the beach is another favorite cocktail that you can by mixing some vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice. You can garnish it with some fresh orange slices or cherries, and serve fresh. It is one of the more easy cocktail recipes that beginners can make in a matter of minutes.

Gin and tonic
One of the more budget-friendly recipes that you can try at home as you can get a whole bottle of gin (the branded ones) for less than $15. Mix it well with water, sugar, and lime, the classic tonic recipe, and voila! There you have it, your basic gin and tonic. There are many exciting variations you can try to experiment with the flavor.