Savory cocktails have emerged in response to drinkers' increasing thirst for unique and unconventional experiences within cocktail culture. As palates become more adventurous, mixologists are pushing the boundaries by incorporating unexpected ingredients like mushrooms, cheese, beef and miso to create savory, spicy, briny and umami-driven concoctions that deviate from the traditional sweet and sugary profiles.
These savory cocktails offer a departure from the norm, captivating cocktail enthusiasts with their bold and complex flavor combinations. With ingredients traditionally associated with savory dishes, these libations bring a new dimension to the world of mixology. From cocktails inspired by cold pizza to cheese-topped espresso martinis, each sip delivers a sensory journey that offers a fresh take on familiar ingredients.
Adventurous drinkers are redefining the cocktail landscape by venturing beyond sweetness, leading to the opening of establishments like Hong Kong’s The Savory Project—a bar dedicated to savory cocktails.
20 Savory Cocktails
From Canned Umami Cocktails to Pastrami-Inspired Martinis:
Laura McQuarrie — Jul 7, 2023 — Lifestyle
20
Outrageously Cheesy Cocktails
The VELVEETA Veltini is Availabel at Select BLT Restaurants
19
Parmesan Espresso Martinis
This Version of the Classic Espresso Martini is Topped with Cheese
18
Savory Canned Cocktails
The Dry Fly Bloody Mary Makes the Classic Cocktail Easy to Access
17
Pastrami-Inspired Martinis
Grubhub's Maisel Tov Martini Marks the The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Finale
16
High-Protein Cocktail Recipes
Farmer John is Refreshing Game Day Cocktails with Meaty Garnishes
15
Canned Umami Cocktails
Sake Sling is a Sake Cocktail in Yuzu & Melon, Mandarin & Cherry Flavors
14
Cheddar-Topped Cocktails
Skyy Vodka Shared a Cheddar Espresso Martini Recipe for April Fool's Day
13
Over-the-Top Seafood Cocktails
The El Jefe Seafood Michelada is Served with Shrimp, Crab & More
12
Duck Fat Cocktails
Monsieur Le Duck & CTC Created an Experimental Cocktail with Smoked Duck Fat
11
Lasagna-Flavored Cocktails
Stouffer's Created a Bloody Mary Mix That Tastes Like Lasagna
10
Japanese-Style Bloody Mary Cocktails
Bloody Drinks' Bloody Samurai is a Japanese Bloody Mary
9
Savory Tomato Cocktails
The Tomatini Cocktail is Made with Tomatoes and Vinegar
8
Savory Beef Cocktails
The Savory Project Serves Unconventional Drinks Like "Thai Beef Salad"
7
Savory Pizza Cocktails
Double Chicken Please's Cold Pizza is Made with Parmesan Cheese
6
Pizza-Themed Cocktails
The Deep Dish Daiquiri is Paired with Savory Tomatoes & Basil Leaves
5
Miso-Based Breakfast Cocktails
Tom Byrne Has Created the Umami-Rich 'Miso Hungover' Cocktail
4
Premixed Pickle Brand Cocktails
The McClure's Ready-To-Drink Bloody Mary Cocktail is Decadent
3
Canned Umami Cocktails
Tiny Tee's Dirty Martini is an Easy Way to Enjoy "the OG Umami Cocktail"
2
Savory Seafood Cocktails
Red Lobster's New Year's Brunch Bloody Mary is Loaded with Seafood
1
Savory Culinary Cocktails
Two Schmucks' Drinks Take Cues from the Team's Culinary Background
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