The first sip of a great cocktail can be an almost magical feeling, whether it be a spicy tajin-rimmed mezcal mule, a Negroni sbagliato with prosecco in it or even a bubbly, refreshing sparkling wine.

With most bars still closed for imbibing, the need for a high-quality craft cocktail at home has never been higher. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to stock up on a bunch of cocktail making ...