A built-in-the-glass recipe not only makes for an efficient cocktail but it also acts as an invitation to experiment. In minimalist formulas from the Milano-Torino to Scotch and coconut water, the template can be a master class in homing in on one’s own tastes and preferences. Whether that drink is made bubbly with tonic water or accented with amaro, these easy cocktails require little preparation other than gathering your ingredients of choice.
To personalize your own, here are 18 simple recipes to get started.