Next happy hour, swap out your usual beverage order for these adorable micro-drinks.

Before you cheers to cute concoctions, here’s what to know about how the trend came to be.

Where Did Mini Cocktails Come From?

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Despite their newfound popularity, mini drinks have been around for decades.

Tiny cocktails also allow patrons to taste different drinks without having to commit to ordering full-sized ones.

Theyre also perfect for making a quick toast at a celebratory dinner and are usually a more budget-friendly option.

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The key to concocting mini cocktails is having theright glassware.

Choose your favorite recipemaybe one that makes a small serving, like aBees Knees cocktailand serve.

For an Instagram-worthy mini, top your concoction with an olive orlemon twistgarnish.