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43 Stunning and Tasty Cocktails You Can Make At Home

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As they say, it’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Time for a spirited beverage! We have 43 third-quenching drinks for you. Wine-based, sparkling wine, vodka, gin, tequila, even more unusual beverages like RumChata (a blend of Caribbean rum, Mexican spice, and dairy cream), and creative uses of fruits, vegetables and herbs. If you are looking for colorful, eye-catching, cocktails to excite your palate, you are in the right place!

Rose Martini

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Gin martinis, anyone? Yes, they can be low FODMAP. Martini glasses put to great use. Get the recipe for this Rose Martini.

Ginger Beet Old-Fashioned

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Whiskey, ginger simple syrup and a bit of beet juice, which is low FODMAP! You have old-fashioned glasses, don’t you? Clear ones show off the pretty burgundy color. Get the recipe for Ginger Beet Old-Fashioned.

Fruited Lemonade Rosé Punch

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Lemonade and rosé wine. Take the time to make the fruit-filled ice ring; it is so festive! Put that punch bowl to use! PS: Make sure your ring fits in your bowl. Get the recipe for Fruited Lemonade Rosé Punch.

Big Batch Lemonade: With Herbs, Booze, or Without

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Everyone loves lemonade! This recipe shows you how to make a big batch – and then enhance it with herbs and/or alcohol, if you so choose. Set out in a tall pitcher. Get the recipe for Big Batch Lemonade: With Herbs, Booze, or Without.

White Wine Sangria with Basil & Mint

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Our white wine sangria includes fruit as well as basil and mint for a refreshing beverage. Get out your prettiest pitcher. Get the recipe for White Wine Sangria with Basil & Mint.

Basil Orange Smash

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Fresh basil combined with sparkling water, vodka and orange. Get the recipe for Basil Orange Smash.

Fennel Rhubarb Gin Spritz

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We like Hendrick’s gin for this drink. So spring-like and summery! Get the recipe for Fennel Rhubarb Gin Spritz.

Not A Paloma 

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Plain vodka can work, but peppercorn vodka makes this extra special, along with the lime, grapefruit zest and jalapeño. Sippy straw optional but fun! Get the recipe for Not A Paloma.

Spicy Apple Old-Fashioned

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Make your Simple Syrup first, then stir together with whiskey, lemon juice, a dash of cayenne and slice of apple. Get the recipe for Not A Paloma.

Cocktail Recipe for Moscow Mule

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You don’t need copper mugs, but they are traditional for a Moscow Mule. The mugs make a lovely gift, too. Package with the recipe written out by hand. Get the recipe for Moscow Mule.

Cucumber Wasabi Gimlet

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Gin is enhanced with wasabi, lime and cucumber, with a little Simple Syrup. Get the recipe for Cucumber Wasabi Gimlet.

Pineapple Strawberry Prosecco

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No need to buy expensive champagne. Try a lesser expensive Prosecco. Get out the flutes! Get the recipe for Pineapple Strawberry Prosecco.

White Wine Spritzer

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We used etched wine glasses for this easy wine spritzer. Threading the grapes onto a skewer is optional, but fun and appreciated. Get the recipe for White Wine Spritzer.

Vancouver 75

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We love a coupe shaped glass for this sparkling drink. Get the recipe for Vancouver 75.

Sparkling Rhubarb Cocktail

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This pretty pink frosty drink is perfect for a party. Pass the coupes around on a silver tray. Get the recipe for Sparkling Rhubarb Cocktail.

Sea Breeze Mimosa

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You can use a sparkling cava for this sea breeze version of a mimosa. Get the recipe for Sea Breeze Mimosa.

Rumchata Limón Boozy Whipped Lemonade

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You might have seen this Tik Tok recipe for boozy whipped lemonade already. It’s a delicious whipped lemonade cocktail with Rumchata Limón or lemon cream liqueur, lemon juice and condensed milk. This creamy lemonade is like a boozy version of lemon meringue pie and it balances tart with sweet flavours wonderfully. If you are looking for something new on a summertime hot day, this sweet cocktail is sure to be a huge hit. Get the recipe for Rumchata Limón Boozy Whipped Lemonade.

Blackberry Vodka Cocktail

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This Blackberry Vodka Cocktail is a sweet and refreshing drink that’s great to enjoy as a summer treat or to serve at your next cocktail party. It combines blackberries, refreshing mint, tangy lime, vodka, and fizzy soda water into an easy summertime beverage. Get the recipe for Blackberry Vodka Cocktail.

Basil Vodka Gimlet

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A Basil Vodka Gimlet? Well, I need to do something with all of my summer basil! I’ve always been a fan of cocktails with fresh herbs and basil is one of my favorites. It’s wonderful in drinks like the basil mojito or orange basil mimosa, but one of my absolute favorite ways to use it is in a cocktail. Get the recipe for Basil Vodka Gimlet.

Passion Fruit Martini Cocktail

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A passion fruit martini cocktail makes a delicious summer drink. Made with passion fruit liqueur and vanilla vodka, it’s fruity, sweet and perfectly refreshing. Passion fruit puree and sweet ‘n sour cocktail mix will boost the fruitiness factor. Tangerine slices make a pretty garnish and a sugar and honey rim finishes the drink beautifully. Get the recipe for Passion Fruit Martini Cocktail.

Coconut Cottontail Tequila Margarita

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If you want to whip up an Easter margarita, consider this festive coconut cottontail tequila margarita. It’s creamy and sweet with the tang of fresh lime. This silver tequila and cream of coconut cocktail makes the perfect Easter mixed drink or Easter brunch cocktail, but we love it year-round. Get the recipe for Coconut Cottontail Tequila Margarita.

Blood Orange Crush

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Is it five o’clock yet? This Blood Orange Crush is what you need this weekend. It’s sweet, low in calories and filled with fresh blood orange juice. The perfect way to celebrate a long week. Get the recipe for Blood Orange Crush.

Limoncello Spritzer

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This refreshing and easy Limoncello Spritzer is a welcome sunny treat on those cold winter nights. The limoncello and fresh orange juice make it refreshing and sweet. Get the recipe for Limoncello Spritzer.

Cherry Lime Caipirinha Summer Cocktail

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Combine the perfect sweetness of cherries with the unmistakable zesty tang of lime in a cherry lime caipirinha. This is one of the best summer cocktail recipes ever. As well as the cherries and lime, you will need cherry syrup and either cachaça or dark rum. Add club soda and ice to this cocktail plus some cherries to finish it perfectly. Get the recipe for Cherry Lime Caipirinha Summer Cocktail.

Zesty Kiwi Jalapeño Margarita Cocktail

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A kiwi jalapeno margarita cocktail isn’t just a tasty cocktail. It’s a really eye-catching drink too, combining bright colours in one glass. This is a spicy, zesty margarita recipe served in a chile rimmed glass. Is this the best spicy margarita ever? Well it’s certainly a strong contender, that’s for sure! If you are looking for a cocktail made with kiwis or a cocktail using tequila and orange liqueur, this is for you! Get the recipe for Zesty Kiwi Jalapeño Margarita Cocktail.

Lemon Lavender Vodka Cocktail

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A lemon lavender vodka cocktail is an iconic spring cocktail which is delicate, aromatic and unusual. This beautiful drink is easy to put together and makes a wonderful spring cocktail. If you’re considering a pitcher of martinis to say cheers to spring, this craft cocktail is sure to wow at any kind of party and special occasion. Get the recipe for Lemon Lavender Vodka Cocktail.

The BEST Frozen Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Cocktail

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A frozen strawberry lime daiquiri is a flavourful summer cocktail recipe which is delicious and refreshing. It’s simple to throw together and perfect if you are expecting company and you want to treat everyone. You will love how this famous rum cocktail recipe tastes. It’s definitely worth knowing the easy way to make a daiquiri. This is hands down the best daiquiri recipe I’ve made with lime and strawberries. Get the recipe for The BEST Frozen Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Cocktail.

Very Merry Melon Grinch Green Cocktail

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Watermelon rum, melon liqueur, and blue Curaçao combine to create a festive melon Grinch green cocktail. This tropical melon cocktail is a wonderful green holiday drink. The glass has a pretty lemon sugar rim and the cocktail itself boasts the distinctive flavour of melon along with tangy citrus and fruity rum. This Grinch green Christmas cocktail is also a great one to try on St. Patrick’s Day, too! Get the recipe for Very Merry Melon Grinch Green Cocktail.

Tropical Hawaiian Fruity Lava Flow Cocktail

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The perfect lava flow cocktail recipe is creamy, sweet and fruity. This Hawaiian tropical drink resembles real lava flow hence the name. This cocktail with cream of coconut makes a lovely summer drink. It isn’t hard to make a Hawaiian lava flow at home and you’ll definitely want more than one! So let’s make this wonderful cocktail recipe with rum and get the party started! This Hawaiian lava flow cocktail recipe is not only tasty but it is so darn cute, too. Get the recipe for Tropical Hawaiian Fruity Lava Flow Cocktail.

Rosemary Blueberry Vodka Spritzers

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These Rosemary Blueberry Vodka Spritzers are made from fresh blueberries, fragrant rosemary, and vodka to make a refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for picnics, BBQ’s and all other summer gatherings. Get the recipe for Rosemary Blueberry Vodka Spritzers.

Strawberry Mint Smash

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This summery Strawberry Mint Smash cocktail will get you in the mood for warm weather. It’s sweet, minty, gorgeous and ready in 5 minutes! Get the recipe for Strawberry Mint Smash.

Lemon Basil Strawberry Gin Rickey Cocktail

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I’ll never get tired of sangria, margarita or other refreshing summer cocktail recipes. But I still love finding brand new cocktails to try out! This strawberry gin rickey cocktail is a sweet and fruity cocktail with gin and strawberries. You need to make a strawberry basil simple syrup and then you can combine it with the other ingredients. This is a tasty variation on a classic gin rickey to try this summer. Get the recipe for Lemon Basil Strawberry Gin Rickey Cocktail.

Strawberry Paloma Tequila Cocktail with Fresh Grapefruit Juice

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I am a real strawberry fan and use these juicy berries in everything from strawberry lemonade bars to homemade oat bars. This strawberry paloma recipe is also wonderful. It’s a tequila cocktail recipe with fresh strawberries, grapefruit, honey, and ginger beer. This is an easy paloma recipe that will become a favourite! If you are looking for a cocktail with strawberries or a strawberry tequila recipe, this is one to try! Get the recipe for Strawberry Paloma Tequila Cocktail with Fresh Grapefruit Juice.

Sparkling Meyer Lemon Blackberry Jam Prosecco Cocktail

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Prosecco isn’t only to make toasts with. There are all kinds of simple Prosecco drink options you can try too. Take this Meyer lemon blackberry jam Prosecco cocktail. It’s a wonderful combination of flavours and makes a great Christmas or New Year’s Eve cocktail. Make the Meyer lemon blackberry syrup, and you are ready for all the festivities! Get the recipe for Sparkling Meyer Lemon Blackberry Jam Prosecco Cocktail.

Tangy and Sweet Watermelon Paloma Cocktail

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There are plenty of easy summer cocktail recipe ideas which are great for the season. This watermelon paloma cocktail has to be one of the best and most refreshing though. It’s a mouth-watering cocktail made with watermelon juice, tequila and citrus. Make this tangy and sweet paloma when the weather’s hot, and you want to relax and sip something refreshing. No need to worry about sharing, because this paloma recipe makes a whole pitcher! Get the recipe for Tangy and Sweet Watermelon Paloma Cocktail.

Watermelon Gin Tonic with Cucumber Ribbons

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A refreshing summer BBQ cocktail such as this watermelon gin tonic with cucumber is well worth knowing about. This is a light and tasty summer gin and tonic recipe with cut cucumber ribbons and watermelon. This watermelon cucumber drink is ideal for a summer get-together or backyard BBQ. Get the recipe for Watermelon Gin Tonic with Cucumber Ribbons.

Mezcal Paloma

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A Mezcal Paloma is made with two flavors grapefruit and mezcal that are a match made in heaven or at least a match made in Mexico and the United States. I say this because I often combine the two for a tart, sweet and smoky drink that keeps you coming back for another sip…and then another. Get the recipe for Mezcal Paloma.

Clementine Creamsicle Martini – Summer Cocktail

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Not only is this clementine creamsicle martini a refreshing summer cocktail – it’s so easy to make! In fact this summer martini recipe is made with whipped cream flavoured vodka and triple sec along with clementine juice. That’s right – apart from ice and optional garnishes you can whip up this orange dreamsicle martini with just three ingredients. Get the recipe for Clementine Creamsicle Martini.

Grapefruit Mimosa

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A Grapefruit Mimosa is a popular drink that uses grapefruit juice and sparkling wine. Combining the tart, bitter grapefruit, and sweetness from the champagne creates a fantastic taste sensation. Get the recipe for Grapefruit Mimosa.

Easy Tropical Rum Runner Cocktail – Caribbean Punch

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This tropical rum runner cocktail is such a treat! It’s one of the best tropical drinks and always transports me mentally to a beautiful beach with white sands and turquoise waters. I love this easy rum runner recipe. The ingredients are easy to find and all you have to do is stir them all together. It is a tasty Caribbean punch cocktail recipe that is a favourite summer and vacation drink. All the steps show you how to make a rum runner…and you will see it is so EASY! If you are looking for a pineapple rum drink recipe, this one is for you. Get the recipe for Easy Tropical Rum Runner Cocktail.

Clementine Campari Spritz

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The Clementine Campari Spritz is a delicious aperitif with sweet clementine juice, bitter Campari and a dash of soda water. A twist on the classic Garibaldi, this Campari Spritz is sweet, bitter and sparkling – and sure to become a new favorite! Get the recipe for Clementine Campari Spritz.

Salted Butterscotch White Russian

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A salted butterscotch white Russian is a tasty fall cocktail using butterscotch schnapps and coffee liqueur. For me, a Kahlúa white Russian is the best autumn cocktail! This cocktail is typically sweet, but with the salty element of the butterscotch it really dials up the flavour. It’s a creamy, indulgent cocktail which is easy to prepare and way too easy to drink! Get the recipe for Salted Butterscotch White Russian.

Apple Cider Vodka Cocktail

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This Apple Cider Vodka Cocktail will become your favorite fall cocktail. It’s full of seasonal flavors like apples, figs, and cinnamon. Perfect for cool nights by the fire or special celebrations like Thanksgiving or Christmas. Get the recipe for Apple Cider Vodka Cocktail.

18 Iced Tea & Refreshing Drink Recipes That Will Make You Scream Summer Is Here!

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Quench your thirst and beat the heat with a refreshing lineup of tantalizing beverages. Whether you’re craving a tall, chilled drink on a scorching day, in need of hydration after a workout, or seeking a delightful mocktail sans alcohol, we’ve got you covered. Get ready to dive into a world of iced teas, invigorating punches, flavored lemonades, zesty limeades, luscious smoothies, sparkling spritzers, and even a homemade electrolyte beverage. Click for 18 Iced Tea & Refreshing Drink Recipes That Will Make You Scream Summer Is Here!

24 Zero Proof: Quench Your Thirst Mocktails

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We love that we live in a time when bartenders and recipe developers are taking non-alcoholic beverages seriously. Sometimes called mocktails or zero-proof drinks, offering just water or a soda is not enough anymore. And we have made it simple with this gathering of 24 colorful, delicious beverages. Try one, or two or three, at your next get-together.

Read: 24 Zero Proof: Quench Your Thirst

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