A cocktail is a mixed drink typically composed of alcohol, sugar, water, and bitters. It is traditionally served in a cocktail glass.

Cocktails vary in their ingredients and their proportions. For example, a Bloody Mary cocktail contains vodka, tomato juice, and various seasonings such as Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, and pepper. A Margarita cocktail contains tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.

The origins of the word “cocktail” are unknown. One theory is that it is a corruption of the French …