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The Right Cocktail for Every Election Night Emotion You'll Have

No matter how you're feeling on Tuesday night — angry? delirious? overjoyed? — there's a drink here for you
By Maria Yagoda
Updated November 08, 2016 06:55 PM
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Take some of that rage out on your cocktail and whip up this fiery cucumber margarita. Get the recipe here.

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Have you concocted an elaborate fantasy that you're not actually in America right now, but rather, lounging on a private island? Transport yourself with this high-brow tropical cocktail from Zuma restaurant called the Himari Smash. It's easy: Muddle 6 mint leaves in a mixing tin. Add equal parts tequila, bitters, passion fruit purée and grapefruit juice, then shake vigorously. Strain the cocktail into a tall glass with crushed ice. Garnish with an orange wheel and mint sprig for extra fancy.

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Are the results starting to tilt in your candidate's favor? Celebrating properly requires a glass of champagne, though add some intrigue by splashing in raspberries and basil (and vodka). Get the recipe here.

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Yelling at your Facebook friends from high school can work up an appetite! If you're famished and thirsty, the most efficient way to cope is with a cocktail garnished with tasty snacks (duh). Free yourself of the notion that Bloody Mary's are just for brunch and whip up this spicy Bloody with shrimp and bacon. Get the recipe here.

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Whiskey lemonade is as simple as it sounds – whiskey plus lemonade. Yes, it's that easy. No, this is not a trap.

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Take pride in your country (and alcoholic drink) by mixing prosecco with berries and mint. Get the recipe here.

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Need a pick-me-up? Booze helps. So does caffeine. Combine the two in a beautiful marriage. Get the recipe here.

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Go ahead, eat your cocktail. It's been a long day. These Double Stuffed Oreo Jello Shots are here for you.

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