3 Power Cocktails to Close Any Deal

When you think of closing one of the biggest deals of your career, there are a few things that immediately come to mind. You think of the financial impact that it could have on your bank account, you think of the new opportunities that could come your way if the deal is a success, and you think of the celebration that is going to take place. Our friends at Sincere Fare, a curator of an experience-centric approach with their food and beverages, have shared some of their favorite power cocktails with us that will help you close any deal.

Whiskey Smash

The Whiskey Smash is a classic cocktail that has citrus notes and is refreshing. The classic cocktail is a combination of a whiskey sour and a mint julep.

8 mint leaves

Half a lemon,

Fine sugar cube

2 ounces whiskey

Crushed ice

Mint sprig for garnish

Photo Credit: The Spruce Eats / Claire Cohen

Negroni

A Negroni is an Italian Cocktail, made with equal parts gin, vermouth, and Campari. It is considered an aperitivo (pre-meal drink) that stimulates your appetite.

2oz Campari

2oz Gin
2 oz Sweet Vermouth

Orange peel for garnish

Manhattan

Originally called the Rob Roy Manhattan, this spirit-forward cocktail originates in the city of Manhattan. The Scott whiskey in this cocktail is considered to elevate the cocktail experience.

2 oz rye whiskey

1 oz sweet vermouth

5 drops Angostura Bitters

Photo Credit: Punch Drink / Daniel Krieger

Recipes Submitted by Rob and Josh of Sincere Fare. Visit sincerefare.co to learn more.

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