Parties are a time for letting loose, blowing off steam, and getting ready to have fun. When people party they usually turn to their favorite drinks for a little liquid encouragement. That’s why you’ll want to know the top drinks most people want when they’re partying so you can have the right ingredients on hand to make their favorite shot recipes, martini recipes, and mixed drinks.

1. The Martini. The “king of cocktails” is so popular that is has its own distinctive sub-culture that worship at the shrine of gin and vermouth. You’ll want to make sure you’ve mastered the gin martini because it’s the drink (after beer) your guests are most likely to want when they come to party. A variety of good martini recipes will help you make this old standard fresh and exciting.

2. The Manhattan. This drink is made of whiskey or bourbon, vermouth, and bitters. It can be served on the rocks, and substituting scotch for whiskey produces its cousin, the Rob Roy.

3. Mimosa. This simple mixture of champagne and orange juice is a French classic from the Jazz Age, elegant and sophisticated.

4. Bellini. A classic postwar Italian cousin to the Mimosa, the Bellini is a mixture of Champange, Italian sparkling wine, and peach puree.

5. Mojito. Though not strictly speaking a classic in this country, the traditional Cuban drink has become extremely popular and is made of mint, rum, sugar, tonic, and lime.

This set of international favorites will give your party a sophisticated and elegant air. Combine this set with some favorite shot recipes and you’ll have a great night.