The ‘1 Glass’ Rule: 8 Easy Cocktails You Can Mix Without a Shaker

Ever wanted to whip up a delicious cocktail without hunting for a shaker? The ‘1 Glass’ Rule is your shortcut to effortlessly mixing drinks using only a spoon and a glass. Whether you're a beginner or a minimalist mixologist, these no-tools mixed drinks are perfect for crafting bar-quality cocktails with zero hassle. Let’s dive into 8 simple yet sophisticated drinks!

A true minimalist’s dream! Just muddle a sugar cube with bitters, add ice, pour bourbon or rye, and stir. Garnish with an orange twist for a sophisticated sipper. This slow-stirred drink proves that simplicity is elegance.

One of the easiest single-glass cocktails, a Negroni is built in the glass. Pour equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth over ice, then give it a gentle stir. No shaking required—just pure, bittersweet perfection.

A highball glass, whiskey, and soda water—that’s all you need! Pour whiskey over ice, top with soda, and gently stir. The trick? Let the bubbles do the work for a refreshing, light cocktail.

A minimalist home bar staple, this cocktail is as easy as it gets. Fill a glass with ice, pour gin, top with tonic, and stir lightly to blend. Garnish with lime for a crisp, botanical experience.

For a go-to mixed drink without tools, the Rum & Coke delivers. Pour rum over ice, add Coca-Cola, and stir. Optionally, squeeze in a lime wedge for a touch of acidity to balance the sweetness.

Swap gin for soda water, and you get the Americano! Build it in a glass with Campari and sweet vermouth, then top with soda. A gentle stir brings it together, making it a low-alcohol, refreshing sipper.

For those who love simplicity, Vodka Soda is unbeatable. Pour vodka over ice, add soda water, and stir. Garnish with lemon or lime for a zesty twist. It’s the ultimate light, refreshing drink.

No shaker? No problem! Build a Paloma directly in the glass with tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, and soda. Stir gently to mix and enjoy a tangy, refreshing delight with minimal effort.

Craft cocktails don’t have to be complicated! With the ‘1 Glass’ Rule, you can mix delicious, bar-worthy drinks effortlessly. No fancy tools, no mess—just great taste. Try these easy single-glass cocktails and share this guide with fellow home bartenders!