15 French Phrases to Confidently Order Cocktails

Ordering cocktails in French can be a delightful experience when you're equipped with the right phrases. Whether you're at a chic Parisian bar or a cozy bistro, these expressions will help you navigate the French cocktail scene with confidence.

Essential Cocktail Vocabulary

Before we dive into specific phrases, let's cover some key vocabulary:

• Un cocktail - A cocktail
• Un verre - A glass
• Avec glaçons - With ice
• Sans alcool - Non-alcoholic

Ordering Your Drink

Here are some useful phrases to order your preferred cocktail:

1. "Je voudrais un Mojito, s'il vous plaît." (I would like a Mojito, please.)
2. "Pourriez-vous me recommander un cocktail?" (Could you recommend a cocktail?)
3. "Quel est votre cocktail signature?" (What's your signature cocktail?)
4. "Je prendrai un Gin Tonic." (I'll have a Gin and Tonic.)
5. "Un Margarita sans sel, s'il vous plaît." (A Margarita without salt, please.)

Customizing Your Order

Want to make some adjustments? Try these phrases:

6. "Pouvez-vous le faire un peu moins fort?" (Can you make it a bit less strong?)
7. "J'aimerais ça avec plus de glace." (I'd like that with more ice.)
8. "Sans paille, s'il vous plaît." (Without a straw, please.)

Describing Preferences

Express your taste preferences with these expressions:

9. "J'aime les cocktails fruités." (I like fruity cocktails.)
10. "Avez-vous quelque chose de sec?" (Do you have something dry?)
11. "Je préfère les cocktails à base de vodka." (I prefer vodka-based cocktails.)

Ordering for a Group

When you're with friends, these phrases come in handy:

12. "Nous prendrons deux Moscow Mule et un Cosmopolitan." (We'll have two Moscow Mules and one Cosmopolitan.)
13. "Pouvons-nous voir la carte des cocktails?" (Can we see the cocktail menu?)

Finishing Touches

Don't forget these important phrases:

14. "C'était délicieux, merci!" (That was delicious, thank you!)
15. "L'addition, s'il vous plaît." (The bill, please.)

With these 15 phrases in your repertoire, you'll be ready to order cocktails in French with flair and confidence. Santé!