Cocktails are delicious, but getting one at the bar can burn a hole through your wallet. You can probably make a better and cheaper one at home. But if you’re making cocktails at home, you do not want to mix 10 different bottles and make a cocktail that needs to be infused overnight. What you’re looking for are simple cocktails that can be whipped up on a whim.

Here are five cocktails that need less than five ingredients and minimum effort.

1. Old Fashioned
If you’re looking for a classic cocktail that’s easy to make, you may want to indulge in an old fashioned. Old fashioned is a super versatile cocktail and is traditionally served with whiskey. But you can explore other options if you want to. The three basic elements of an old-fashioned are spirit, sugar, and bitters. For the spirit, you can opt for whiskey. Adding some Angostura bitters and syrup completes the cocktail. You can also make a great old fashioned cocktail with bourbon.

2. Rum Sour
If you’re a fan of rum and would like to try cocktails with rum as the base, you must try making dark rum. Dark rum is basically the rum version of the old whiskey recipe. To top it all, you need not be an expert to whip up this delicious spirit drink. All you need is some dark rum, orange juice, lime juice, and egg whites. These ingredients allow you to achieve the right acidity, sweetness, and sourness with ease. Don’t forget to shake well before serving.

3. Gin and Tonic
It’s true that the classic Gin and Tonic is an acquired taste. But if you’re one of those who loves a fancy gin and tonic on any occasion, this recipe is for you. All you need to get is gin, tonic water, and lemon. While the ingredient list is short and simple, the devil lies in the details. You need to add the right amount and quality of gin and tonic to make this drink perfect. You can pick the proportion as per your taste and don’t forget to garnish the cocktail with some lemon.

4. Martini
If you’re a fan of gin but not the gin and tonic cocktail, you can instead opt for a Martini. This cocktail is probably the most popular one and is super simple to make as it requires only three ingredients. You need gin, dry vermouth, and olives for garnishing. The dry vermouth needs to be stored carefully. To preserve the vermouth, you should store it carefully in the refrigerator. Keeping it out in the open for prolonged periods of time will cause it to turn into vinegar. If you don’t prefer gin but still want to enjoy a martini, replace it with high-quality vodka.

5. Screwdriver
Screwdrivers are effortless cocktails and are a popular choice for brunch. Screwdrivers are also unique in the way they allow you to enjoy alcohol without actually tasting the alcohol. This cocktail is perfect for those who don’t like the strong tastes of various spirits but still want to have a shot or two. The only ingredients you need for a screwdriver is some vodka, orange juice, clementine, and Angostura bitters.