Mash-Up Cocktails Are the Latest Drink Trend We Can't Get Enough of

Better Homes & Gardens•January 11, 2026•business

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Mash-up mixed drinks, combining two classic cocktails into one, are a growing trend in bartending, offering a balance between familiarity and novelty that appeals to drinkers and allows bartenders creative expression.
These mash-ups often feature simple ingredients and are gaining popularity alongside the rise of low-alcohol by volume (ABV) and non-alcoholic (NA) beverages, catering to those seeking lighter or spirit-free options.
Examples of popular mash-up cocktails include the Negroni Spritz, Martini Highballs, Moscow Mule Margarita, and the Dirty Spritz, the latter being a lower-ABV twist on a Dirty Martini served in a spritz format.
Cocktail consultant Charlotte Voisey highlights the Dirty Spritz as