The 8 Most Underrated Cocktails According To Bartenders

Vieux Carré: This classic cocktail originated in New Orleans and features a mix of rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, and bitters.

Corpse Reviver No. 2: This gin-based cocktail is a refreshing blend of gin, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, lemon juice, and a dash of absinthe.

Last Word: Made with equal parts gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice, the Last Word is a bold and vibrant cocktail with a perfect balance of sweetness, herbal notes, and citrusy acidity.

The Hemingway Daiquiri: Named after the famed writer Ernest Hemingway, this variation of the classic daiquiri features white rum, maraschino liqueur, grapefruit juice, and lime juice.

The Martinez: Considered by many to be the precursor to the modern martini, the Martinez is made with gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and orange bitters.

The Boulevardier: This cocktail is a variation of the classic Negroni, substituting bourbon or rye whiskey for gin.

The Paper Plane: Created by bartender Sam Ross, the Paper Plane is made with equal parts bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and fresh lemon juice.

The Jungle Bird: This tropical cocktail combines dark rum, Campari, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.