A staggering two thirds of the British population will make a judgement about their date based on what they choose at the bar, reveals a new survey by De Kuyper cocktail liqueurs released today.
And that's not all; the majority of these people (62%) are also prepared to raise a glass of something they wouldn't normally drink simply to impress!
Cocktails (38%) and a glass of fine wine (39%) come out top as the drinks to be seen with but choose your cocktail carefully as relationship psychologist, Mo Shapiro advises that this can also speak volumes.
Mo Shapiro says: "It's not only your clothes or hairstyle that give out clues about what kind of person you are. Your choice of drink is also a comment about your personality.
"People will pick cocktails because they suggest sophistication, a multifaceted life and refined, expensive tastes. Their choice of cocktail is also a reflection of what they are like. For example, daredevil names suggest a daredevil personality."
Kevan Stralow, cocktail expert from the bar service company, Bamboo advises: "There is a definite return to the kitsch 'tiki' cocktails popular in the 40's and 50's which will appeal to the more adventurous drinker out there. Ranging from frothy to foamy and sometimes even on fire, concoctions like these have been become fashionable again thanks to places like Notting Hill's bar of the year, Trailer Happiness. Admittedly these aren't for the faint hearted (some are limited to two per person per night) so tried and tested options such as the Mojito, Cosmopolitan and the Bellini remain hugely popular with the general drinking public. "
Top cocktail recommendations this season include:
Looking to appear glamorous? Then Champagne Charlie is the cocktail for you.
Method: Pour 1 shot of De Kuyper Apricot Brandy into a flute glass. Top up with chilled Champagne. If desired, garnish with a single rose petal.
Want to be perceived as fun, lively and sociable? Order yourself a Blue Tequila .
Method: Build ingredients into shot glass, with the De Kuyper Blue Curaçao first and then the Tequila.
If 'Contemporary Chic' is the look you are after then the Cosmopolitan is the drink for you.
Method: Shake and strain vodka, De Kuyper Triple Sec, cranberry juice, caster sugar and lime juice into a chilled Martini glass.
To look 'effortlessly cool' the Martini is always a winner. For a festive twist on the classic order a Kir Martini this Christmas.
Method: Mix a shot of De Kuyper Crème de Cassis, Gin and Noilly Prat Dry in a cocktail shaker with ice. Serve in a chilled martini glass.
More Cocktail Habits...
The De Kuyper survey was designed to explore people's cocktail knowledge as well as their attitudes towards different drinks. It took place in December 2005 and also revealed the following facts:
- Only a third of the British public know what goes in to their favourite cocktail.
- More people in London than anywhere else in the UK would match their cocktail to an outfit.
- Twice as many women know what goes into their favourite cocktail compared to men.
- Northern Ireland is by far the most knowledgeable UK region when it comes to cocktails with almost ¾ of over 18s knowing what goes into their favourite cocktails.
- Twice as many women would choose a cocktail when trying to impress compared to men.
- Martini is the most popular cocktail with over 55 year olds
For more cocktail recipes, advice and ideas log on to www.in-the-spirit.co.uk.
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