11 popular cocktails to try from around the world

Many places around the world have their own unique cocktails. Many of these international cocktails feature alcohol made from ingredients that are created in a specific region.A popular cocktail in the UK is a Pimm's Cup, a gin-based drink that typically contains ginger ale.Whether you're enjoying a refreshing Pimm's Cup in England or whipping up a batch of fruity sangria in Spain, unique cocktails can be consumed all around the globe. And, in many places, the cocktails are made from specialty ingredients like native fruits and locally made liqueurs.Here are 11 cocktails from around the world that you may want to try.You can order a refreshing Pimm's Cup in England.Commonly referred to as one of the official drinks of England's Wimbledon tennis tournament, Pimm's Cup is a gin-based cocktail that's key ingredient is in its name.Although there are a few variations of Pimm's, the original version, Pimm's No. 1, is a gin infused with spices, caramelized oranges, and herbal botanicals.According to Eater, the gin was created by a fishmonger named James Pimm in England during the 1800s.This gin is used to make a Pimm's Cup,a cocktail that typically contains ginger ale, mint leaves, and slices of cucumber or fruit. The resulting cocktail is known for tasting light and refreshing.The Singapore Sling is made with gin.Fruity and herbaceous, this gin-based cocktail is widely believed to have been created at the Raffles Hotel in Singapore. The drink typically contains gin and cherry liqueur, with variations of it sometimes also including lime juice, grenadine, and pineapple juice.In Peru or Chile, you can try a pisco sour.This cocktail is made with fresh lime juice, egg whites, bitters, and pisco, which is a type of brandy made with distilled grapes. Since pisco brandy is typically made in both Peru and Chile, the official origin of the pisco sour is unclear and widely debated.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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