Get ready to slip on the Manolos because the fab four are back with the premiere of Sex and the City 2 officially arriving in theaters on May 27th. While many will celebrate with Magnolia cupcakes, we’re toasting Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda, Samantha, and our other favorite characters from the hit television series with a cocktail in hand. Sex and the City 2’s leading lady made the Cosmo famous, but any true fashionista knows that those pretty pink numbers are passé. This year, it’s all about getting glam at the bar and creating tantalizing drinks that reflect the personalities of your favorite stars. Get Carried away this weekend and be the toast of the town with the top Sex and the City 2 cocktails that will never go out of style.
Top Sex and the City 2 Cocktail: Glamour Gal
Everyone knows that Manhattan’s most stylish writer Carrie Bradshaw is never seen without her signature Cosmo, but let’s face it, the classic cocktail is as old as last month’s issue of Vogue. We couldn’t help, but wonder what would she sip as an alternative. We believe the Glamour Gal is a perfect fit. Featuring vodka and a drop of Crème de Cassis from berries, Glamour Gal is ready for any occasion and always makes an entrance like only a true New York fashion maven can.
Ingredients
2 oz. Vodka (We used SKYY Vodka)
0.5 oz. Lemon juice
0.5 oz. Lime juice
0.5 Simple syrup or 1 tsp. Sugar
Drop of Crème de cassis
Preparation
Rim a crystallized Swarovski martini glass with Crème de cassis and sugar. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into the martini glass. Finish the cocktail with a drop of Crème de cassis on top.
Top Sex and the City 2 Cocktail: Park Avenue Princess
Any woman who proudly struts her way down Fifth and Madison while rocking her favorite pearls needs a little number that’s easy to love and impossible to ignore. Like Charlotte York-Goldenblatt, don’t let this elixir’s seemingly sweet appearance fool you as it isn’t afraid to make a bold statement. Bubbly with just a hint of the dramatic, the Park Avenue Princess is refreshing and a head-turner. Whip up this crowd pleaser, especially when it’s time to kick back those heels.
Ingredients
1 oz. Grape vodka (We used SKYY Infusions Grape)
3 oz. Lemon/Lime soda (We used 7UP)
0.25 oz. Lemon juice
0.25 oz. Red wine
Preparation
Squeeze and drop half a lemon into a cocktail shaker. Add vodka and soda with ice and stir. Strain into a tall Collins glass with fresh ice and float red wine over top of drink.
Top Sex and the City 2 Cocktail: Blonde Ambition
Boys, boys, boys is the name of Samantha Jones' game, but she won’t fire up any lucky guy’s night without a drink. She'll have her eyes on a Blonde Ambition, a cocktail that’s dripping with an unparalleled allure like nothing else you’ll find at a posh lounge in the Meatpacking District. With a delicious blend of sensuous ripe pineapple and creamy chocolate, you won’t settle for anything else. One sip of a Blonde Ambition and it will stay, like Samantha, with you all night long.
Ingredients
2 oz. Pineapple Vodka (We used SKYY Infusions Pineapple)
1 oz. Lime juice
0. 75 oz. Triple Sec
0.75 oz. Crème de Cacao
1 Lime wedge
Preparation
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Top Sex and the City 2 Cocktail: Red Over Heels
Smart and sassy, Miranda Hobbes is ready for any challenge in life and love, especially when she has her killer stilettos on and a mature elixir in hand that’ll leave anyone head over heels. The perfectly named Red Over Heels pays tribute to Miranda’s fiery personality, which matches her signature red locks. Featuring a blend of spicy ginger and tart lemon with just a dash of liquid honey, you’ll make a bold statement when painting the town red with your fellow fashionistas.
Ingredients
2 oz. Ginger vodka (We used SKYY Infusions Ginger)
1 oz. Honey syrup (Combine 0.5 oz. water with 0.5 oz. honey)
0.75 oz. Lemon juice
1 Lemon peel
Preparation
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled martini glass. Lay lemon peel twirl across the rim of the glass with a cocktail pick.
Top Sex and the City 2 Cocktail: The Stanford and Anthony
One is charming, but sometimes on the rocks, while the other is over the top and eccentric. Whether alone or a pair, the Stanford and Anthony are always delicious and perfect party starters for anyone to enjoy. The Standford is crisp, but holds a mighty kick, while the Anthony is a fun mix of fruity notes that are certain to bring a smile to your face. This is one couple you’ll always want to have around on a Saturday night at your favorite Chelsea rooftop bash.
Standford Ingredients
2 oz. Pomegranate Vodka (We used Van Gogh Pomegranate Vodka)
1 oz. Club soda
Preparation
Pour pomegranate vodka over ice in a rocks glass. Add a splash of club soda.
The Anthony Ingredients
1 ½ oz. Pomegranate vodka (We used Van Gogh Pomegranate Vodka)
½ oz. Triple Sec
½ oz. Peach Schnapps
1 oz. Cranberry juice
1 oz. Club Soda
Preparation
Add all ingredients into a shaker and shaker over ice. Pour into a martini glass or on the rocks.
Top Sex and the City 2 Cocktail: Mr. Big
Smooth and sophisticated, this the ideal gentlemen’s cocktail to quench your beau’s thirst for fine aged rum with a touch of fruit to balance his sweet tooth. Infused with liqueur from cherries soaked in syrup, as well as zesty lime and grapefruit juices, Mr. Big is the cool concoction that won’t have your man steering away at the bar for another…drink, that is.
Ingredients
2 oz. Rum (We used Ron Abuelo 7 Años)
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 tsp. Maraschino liqueur
1 tsp. Grapefruit juice
1 Maraschino cherry
Preparation
Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice, and then strain over crushed ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
Top Sex and the City 2 Cocktail: Desert Oasis
Inspired by the fab four’s trip to the Arab Emirates, the Desert Oasis is a fusion of worldly spirits that when united, resemble sun kissed sand from the east. With frosty vanilla flavored vodka marrying velvety hazelnut and Italian almond liqueurs dipped in fresh spices, you’ll be inspired to leave the city behind for an exotic getaway with the girls.
Ingredients
2 oz. Vanilla Vodka (We used Van Gogh Vanilla Vodka)
2 oz. Hazelnut liqueur
1 oz. Amaretto
1 ½ oz. Cream
Cinnamon
Sugar
Preparation
Rim martini glass with cinnamon and sugar crystals and set aside. Pour all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake. Strain into the martini glass.
