Well, usually. There exists a unique subset of cocktails that depends on keeping ingredients distinct: the layered drink.

Meanwhile, Starbucks has already launched its Iced Cherry Chai, which adds a layer of tart cherry cold foam to the rich spice of its chai latte. Bartender Ricardo Rodriguez crafted two cocktails ...

Maraschino liqueur is a clear, layered liqueur made from sour marasca ... the cherry liqueur helps to fortify the drink even further. Add the rye whiskey, maraschino liqueur and Punt e Mes ...

According to Chow Hound, this version keeps the familiar flavors of shrimp cocktail but adds a creamy layer for a more balanced and scoopable bite. Instead of mixing shrimp with cocktail sauce ...