Bartenders say these 10 classic cocktails aren’t worth the hype — here’s what to order instead

• Business Insider asked bartenders which classic cocktails they think are overrated.
• Long Island ice teas, espresso martinis, cosmopolitans, and tequila sunrises lack complexity.
• There’s too much room for inconsistencies in margaritas and Moscow mules.

When you’re at a happy hour or out on the town, the last thing you want to worry about is wasting $20 on a bad drink. But that doesn’t always mean you should just stick to something basic.

Business Insider spoke with bartenders to find out which classic cocktails aren’t worth the hype — and what you should be getting instead.