Food Network - 6 Drinks a Cocktail Expert Thinks You Should Try

“Everybody has their go-to drink: something they’ll order time and again, no matter where they are. There is something deeply comforting about consistency and routine, especially in a world that can feel chaotic and out of control. Having a favorite, familiar drink that hits the exact same notes, time and again, is a joy that should not be deprived of anyone.

But what if you’re looking to branch out a bit? I’ve put together a list of six ubiquitous classics and their slightly more out-there counterparts to help expand your horizons and maybe even ingratiate yourself to a bartender who’s a little bored with everyone's routine ordering…”