10 Retro Cocktails to Sip During the WandaVision Premiere

On January 15 (this Friday!), Disney+ releases the first 2 episodes of the much-anticipated Marvel miniseries, WandaVision. Here’s what we know so far: It’s based on 2 badass characters in the Marvel Universe, Scarlet Witch and Vision, and follows the events of Avengers: Endgame (2019). Promotional posters released in December 2019 hinted the series would time-jump many decades, from the 1950s through the 2000s. So cool. Let’s start with the 1950s. Here are 10 cocktails popular in the 1950s — or drinks that remind us of Marvel characters — to set the scene for your WandaVision premiere.

1

Tom Collins

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Tom Collins

Gin was big in the 1950s, due to people wanting to get their drink on post-Prohibition, and drinks like the Tom Collins started gaining more popularity. It’s a classic cocktail to have memorized and in your drink toolkit. Even better, with only 3 ingredients, you can make this as you’re signing into Disney+.

2

Mint Julep

Evocative of tipsy women in fancy hats from decades gone by, the mint julep is a retro classic. Use the freshest mint for the tastiest outcome. We love a refreshing bourbon drink!

3

Gin Martini

Can you think of a cocktail more vintage than the gin martini? It’s one of the best-known beverages in history for good reason.

4

Old Fashioned

Here’s another simple drink with just 4 ingredients that you can whip up in a matter of minutes, even between Disney+ commercials. Don’t have sugar cubes? If you’ve got simple syrup on hand, feel free to use that in place of the sugar cube and water.

5

Sea Breeze

In 1950s America, tiki drinks were all the rage. This sweet, juicy and pretty vodka-based beverage is perfect for celebrating the premiere of WandaVision.

6

Mai Tai

A tiki staple! The tropical, refreshing Mai Tai may look intimidating because of its layered colors, garnishes and ingredient list — but you’ve got to make one if you never have.

7

Classic Piña Colada

With the unique ingredient coconut cream, this creamy, pineapple-y and totally refreshing cocktail is another tiki must-try.

8

Raspberry Red Wine Slushie

Channel your inner Scarlet Witch with this scarlet-hued beverage that mixes vodka and red wine.

9

Red Wine Lemonade

With beautiful layers of vodka, lemonade, and red wine, we think Vision can absolutely en-vision himself mixing these up on a hot summer day.

10

Best Damn Cherry Cola Shake

Pair your WandaVision watching with a treat reminiscent of 1950’s diners: A cola shake. But make it boozy, of course. This sweet sipper has it all: Soda, vodka, ice cream and a cherry on top.