Mobile Mixer: 5 Quick Cocktails You Can Make in a Thermos and Take On the Go

photo by Brad Bridgers

A flask in the pocket is a lifesaver when you're dealing with lines at the bar, bu the savvy traveler packs cold cocktails, thermos-style.

Here are five recipes for cocktails you can toss in a thermos, shake, and take with you. Summer just got smoother. You're welcome.

1 part bourbon (Tuthilltown Hudson baby Bourbon
Juice of one lmeon per 4 oz.
1/4 part simple syrup
Mint Sprigs

The thermos-o-cocktail idea works best when you tailor the contents to the event you are attending. Whiskey and wedding trips go together swimmingly, so if you find yourself losing a weekend for love, this mix can get you through the tough parts.

1 part gin (Bulldog)
1 part Campari
1 part Italian vermouth

The taste of Campari is an acquired one, but once you get it, this cocktail could become your summertime swill. Crash a sunset soiree with a thermos full of this and a few orange wedge garnishes, and you won’t have any problems convincing new friends in sundresses that your tan is legit. #nojerseyshore

1 part light rum (Brugal)
1 part dark rum (Zacapa)
1/2 part lime juice
1/2 part passionfruit juice (or one-to-one mix of OJ and grenadine)

This Bourbon Street staple clocks in on the sweeter side, which makes for a solid cold pour on a hot day. Add pineapple chunks and a cherry for extra effect at any rooftop party.

2 parts London Dry Gin (Gordon’s)
1 part fresh lemon juice
1/4 part simple syrup
Top with club soda

Cocktail nerds argue over the origin of this grownup lemonade. Some say London, even though most evidence points to NYC, making it the ideal on-the-go party punch for the Fourth of July. U-S-A!

1 1/2 part mezcal (Del Maguey Tobala Mezcal or Milagro Repasado Tequila)
2 parts pineapple juice
1/2 part fresh lime juice

Margaritas are a crowd-pleaser, but this raging bull will help break up any rut that might arise from overdoing ‘em. Bust it out at the beach with the bikini set and your scorecard should be straight through August. Olé.