What Your Cocktail Says About You: A Personality Guide In A Glass

With the warmer months just around the corner, it’s almost time to fire up the barbecue, dust off the sunglasses, and start plotting those garden parties, rooftop drinks, and cheeky beach getaways.

Whether you’re soaking up the sun in the back garden, kicking back on holiday, or clinking glasses at a rooftop bar, one thing’s for sure: summer calls for a cocktail.

Your cocktail of choice might be saying more about you than you realise. It could be spilling secrets about your personality before you’ve even taken your first sip.

Whether you’re a fan of something timeless and refined, a lover of bold flavours, or partial to a tropical escape in a glass, there’s a story behind every order. So, what does your favourite cocktail say about you?

Cocktails are not just drinks. They’re tiny, boozy expressions of class and sophistication. Whether you’re trying to impress a date, channel your inner James Bond, learning how to make cocktails is a solid move.

Let’s take a look, and since we’re all about balance, you’ll find each recipe below, with a little twist to make it your own.

Martini – the classicist

You’re all about elegance, intention, and knowing what works. A martini person doesn’t dabble, they decide. Your wardrobe is probably a mix of clean silhouettes and timeless staples, your calendar is organised, and your phone is always charged. People look to you when they need a voice of reason or a restaurant recommendation that never misses.

You’re calm in a crisis, sharp in a meeting, and likely the person who leaves a party early and still manages to feel mysterious.

You’ll need:

60ml gin
10ml dry vermouth
Lemon twist or olive (depends how Bond you’re feeling)

How to make it:
Stir gin and vermouth over ice until chilled to perfection. Strain into a martini glass, garnish, and serve with a raised eyebrow.

For a twist:
Swap gin for vodka to keep it clean but a little more contemporary.

Margarita – the life of the party

You’re a walking good time. Bold, bubbly, and full of zest, you’re the kind of person people turn to when they want to really let loose. You bring energy to every room or a rooftop London social club you enter, and have a rare gift for making strangers feel like friends.

Spontaneous is your default setting. Your camera roll is full of blurry photos, your suitcase is always half-packed, and your stories start with “you had to be there.”

You’ll need:

50ml tequila
25ml Cointreau
20ml fresh lime juice
Salt rim and lime wedge

How to make it:
Rub the glass with lime, dip in salt, shake the rest with ice, and pour. Brace yourself for compliments (and possibly karaoke).

For a twist:
Add a splash of fresh orange juice or a chilli salt rim for a little bite.

Old Fashioned – the steady hand

Reliable. Grounded. Comforting in a world that’s moving too fast. You’re the friend who shows up on time, never flakes, and remembers everyone’s coffee order. You believe in doing things properly, whether it’s polishing your shoes or mixing your drinks.

Classic doesn’t mean boring. You’ve just got depth and quiet confidence. You value tradition, but you’re not stuck in the past.

You’ll need:

50ml bourbon or rye
1 sugar cube
A few dashes of Angostura bitters
Orange peel

How to make it:
Muddle sugar and bitters, add the bourbon, a big ice cube, and stir with purpose. Garnish with orange peel and take your time.

For a twist:
Add a few drops of chocolate bitters for a richer, deeper sip.

Negroni – the curious one

You’re an old soul with modern tastes. A thinker, a talker, a little mysterious, Negroni lovers are often the ones asking big questions over candlelit tables. You enjoy the finer things (but never showy), and you gravitate towards rich, layered experiences.

People might call you intense, but you just care deeply about ideas, places and people. You’re hard to pigeonhole, and you like it that way.

You’ll need:

25ml gin
25ml Campari
25ml sweet vermouth
Orange slice

How to make it:
Pour over ice in a rocks glass, stir gently, and garnish with an orange slice. Drink like you’ve seen things.

For a twist:
Swap gin for prosecco to create a lighter, spritzier Negroni Sbagliato.

Mojito – the free spirit

You’re the spontaneous road-tripper, the barefoot dancer, the “let’s just see where the night takes us” type. People love being around you because you bring lightness into the room and you never take things too seriously.

Your energy is magnetic, and you have that rare ability to roll with the punches. You probably own more than one plant, and your passport gets a decent amount of use.

You’ll need:

50ml white rum
25ml lime juice
2 tsp sugar
Fresh mint
Soda water

How to make it:
Muddle mint, lime, and sugar in a glass. Fill with ice, pour in rum, top with soda, stir, and enjoy under a string of fairy lights.

For a twist:
Throw in a few raspberries or passionfruit pulp for a fruity remix.

Espresso Martini – the night owl

You thrive when the sun goes down. Always juggling ten ideas, five group chats, and at least one side hustle. Espresso Martini fans are effortlessly cool with just a dash of chaos, and we mean that affectionately.

You’re driven, charming, and probably a bit of a flirt. Sleep? That is future you’s problem.

You’ll need:

40ml vodka
20ml coffee liqueur
20ml fresh espresso
Coffee beans to garnish

How to make it:
Shake everything with ice until it’s frothy and cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass and finish with three beans (for luck, obviously).

For a twist:
Add a splash of Baileys or salted caramel syrup for a creamy, indulgent kick.

Bloody Mary – the brunch enthusiast

You’re thoughtful, funny, and know how to nurse both hangovers and friendships. Bloody Mary drinkers are the type who host low-key brunches with jazz in the background and know how to put people at ease.

You’re a little spicy, a little salty, and full of substance.

You’ll need:

50ml vodka
100ml tomato juice
10ml lemon juice
Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, salt & pepper (to taste)
Celery stick and lemon wedge

How to make it:
Build everything over ice, stir like you’re casting a healing spell, garnish, and get comfy.

For a twist:
Add a splash of pickle juice or a wasabi rim for something extra savoury.

Cosmopolitan – the showstopper

You’ve got flair. You love a polished entrance, a sharp comeback, and you definitely know your angles. A Cosmo fan is confident, expressive, and always in the know.

People look to you for the group selfie, the party playlist, and the best gossip. And honestly? You deliver.

You’ll need:

40ml vodka
15ml triple sec
15ml cranberry juice
10ml lime juice
Lime twist

How to make it:
Shake everything with ice, strain into a martini glass, and serve with a knowing smile.

For a twist:
Use blood orange liqueur instead of triple sec for a darker, sexier version.

Piña Colada – the daydreamer

You’re the one with your head in the clouds and sand in your soul. Relaxed, kind-hearted, and a little nostalgic, you make every setting feel like a holiday.

You don’t need much to be happy, just good company, warm weather, and something fruity in your glass.

You’ll need:

50ml white rum
25ml coconut cream
50ml pineapple juice
Pineapple slice and cherry

How to make it:
Blend with crushed ice until it’s smooth and beachy. Garnish and pretend you’re somewhere tropical, even if you’re just in your garden.

For a twist:
Add a dash of dark rum on top for a more layered, grown-up flavour.

Whiskey Sour – the thinker

You’re thoughtful, introspective, and always down for a deep chat, ideally over candlelight. You’ve got a good balance of light and dark, and your humour is dry, but your heart is warm.

People trust you with secrets and wine lists.

You’ll need:

50ml bourbon
25ml lemon juice
15ml sugar syrup
Optional: egg white
Lemon or cherry to garnish

How to make it:
Shake everything (dry shake first if using egg white), then add ice and shake again. Strain and garnish with a flourish.

For a twist:
Add a few muddled blackberries or a splash of red wine on top for a New York sour spin.

One last sip…

Your favourite cocktail isn’t just a drink, it’s a little window into who you are, what you love, and how you show up in the world. Whether you’re a martini minimalist or a piña colada escapist, own it. And if you like to switch it up? That just means you’re full of surprises.

Here’s to knowing yourself, one sip at a time.