Recipes for alcoholic cocktails and drinks

To make a delicious summer martini, you don't need vermouth. The main flavor component is everyone's favorite seasonal fruit: melon! This recipe combines two varieties of melon—cantaloupe and...

If you're looking for a unique way to serve tequila at your party, consider jalapeño popper shots. Jalapeños are transformed into edible shot glasses for tequila and lime juice. It'll be...

This iconic tropical cocktail is pleasantly refreshing on a hot summer day, and its fruity flavor evokes the feeling of a vacation on a distant island. This version of the Hurricane cocktail includes several...

Lynchburg Lemonade is named after Lynchburg, Tennessee, the birthplace of Jack Daniel's whiskey. It's one of the most popular Tennessee whiskey-based cocktails. There's...

This aromatic punch made with black tea and Battavia Arak rum, lime, and aromatic spices is a perfect choice for any party or holiday, especially fall and winter. Serve well...

The Beer Margarita is a tempting twist on the classic cocktail, combining tequila, beer, lime juice, and frozen limeade concentrate. The result is a refreshing beer...

This inventive and original take on sangria uses frozen white grapes instead of ice cubes. Cantaloupe puree accentuates the melon notes often found in wine.

This refreshing cocktail is made with freshly squeezed carrot juice, fresh ginger, and vodka, while a splash of apple juice adds a touch of sweetness. Try it the morning after...

Make this iced tea for adults, perfectly refreshing and relaxing on a hot summer day. The only alcoholic ingredient is tea vodka. The other ingredients are cucumber, mint, raspberry, and lemon.

Transform a rich red wine into a light, sparkling rosé by adding plain club soda and a splash of peach schnapps for a richer, fruitier twist. A perfect cocktail for summer parties.

This refreshing, bright summer drink is made with store-bought iced tea, flavored with peach, lager, and lemonade. Beer cocktail lovers will love the flavor combination. Serve in pubs...

This sweet, tropical-flavored cocktail is made with vodka, coconut milk, and almond milk and is perfect for finishing off a holiday dinner. Save this recipe for later...

If you love a sophisticated peach Bellini, you'll love this strawberry version paired with sparkling rosé. It's made with natural strawberry puree, which...

"Of all fruits, I love strawberries the most, and I almost always prefer making some kind of alcoholic drink with them than anything else," admits recipe author Jessica Merchant. "And I...

This snowy cocktail is made without ice, but with frozen strawberries, meaning there's no extra water—just the pure flavor of a strawberry Daiquiri, seasoned with a little fresh...

To enjoy the summer flavor of a strawberry Daiquiri, you don't even need a glass! Fresh strawberries are soaked in a mixture of rum and lime juice, then rolled in...

This cocktail is a superb blend of strawberry Daiquiri and Pina Colada in one glass, a veritable explosion of fruity tropical flavors. It's made with store-bought cocktail mixes. Add...

Summer is the season for strawberries and fun beer parties. Combine the two and enjoy this refreshing light beer cocktail with fresh strawberries and a splash of...

Enjoy the berry-citrus flavor of this elegant cocktail made with berry vodka, Cointreau, and lime juice. Add a few fresh blueberries to each glass for a...

The main ingredient in this autumn cocktail is spiced rye whiskey, which you can make at home. Simply pour a bottle of whiskey over orange, cloves, and a cinnamon stick, and let it steep...

This refreshing cranberry punch with apple, vanilla, and citrus notes is ready in minutes and is perfect for any holiday gathering. To make it a family-friendly drink, just...

Orange and pineapple juice, along with coconut milk, give this Caribbean-inspired drink a stunning tropical flavor. To keep the punch cold longer and prevent it from becoming watery, use ice instead of...

A coquito is a rum-based coconut cocktail, a staple Christmas treat in Puerto Rico. Sunny Anderson decided to make its tropical flavor even more festive by adding orange juice...

This natural lemonade is made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, water, and sugar. The ratio of ingredients is perfect for a pleasant, refreshing taste, and for a more fun drink, add vodka...

The combination of grapefruit juice, sparkling grape juice, and cherry sauce gives this cocktail the color of a Venetian sunset. The drink is delicious both straight and with liqueur added.

A light cocktail perfect for Sunday brunch, a get-together with friends, or a large party. Traditionally, these cocktails are made with black tea. Try this wonderful version with...

This refreshing white sangria is made with dry white wine and the finest ripe stone fruits, including peaches, nectarines, plums, and mangoes. The finishing touch is sparkling wine. Top it off with...

This version of the drink differs from the traditional White Russian cocktail in its more sophisticated presentation. Instead of mixing all the ingredients, whisk the cream separately in a shaker and gently...

Cocktails made with fresh fruit have a particularly enchanting summer flavor, like this refreshing peach tequila drink. Lime juice adds dimension, and a touch of...

This swampy green cocktail, made with lime and apricot brandy, will be a great treat at your next Halloween party. Any size is fine, just follow the proper instructions...

This light cocktail made with champagne, cognac, and bitters will offer a new taste experience. It's best to use a cane sugar cube for its subtle caramel flavor.

If you enjoy a cool glass of beer in the summer but want to try something a little different, try a shandy cocktail. Traditionally, it's a combination of beer and citrus, but try...

Lillet Blanc is a French aromatized wine with fruity, herbal, and floral notes, often used in elegant cocktails. This Lillet Blanc-based drink...

Turning ordinary wine into a refreshing sparkling drink couldn't be easier! Simply add club soda, a lime wedge, and ice to a glass of dry white wine. A perfect summer cocktail for Sunday brunch,...

Refreshing, fruity white sangria is the perfect drink for summer barbecues or poolside parties. The best thing about it is that you can add any seasonal fruit. With peach season in full swing...

A wonderfully refreshing summer cocktail. Made with cucumber water, homemade syrup infused with cilantro, mint, basil, and lemongrass, and citrus vodka. Serve with plenty of...

If you love iced tea cocktails, you'll love this invigorating version with vodka, mint, and ginger ale. Serve well-chilled with plenty of...

This cocktail, perfect for a large gathering, combines traditional Thanksgiving flavors: citrus, cranberry, and a hint of alcohol. If desired, add a spoonful of cranberry sauce to the bottom of the glass for a...

It's no wonder Guy Fieri named his cocktail the "Big Island." The combination of spiced rum, elderflower liqueur, mango, and pineapple juices imbues it with an incredible tropical flavor. The drink...

This sparkling strawberry-grapefruit rosé sangria might just become your new go-to summer cocktail, perfect for lounging in the backyard or poolside. Sweet,...

This white sangria is made with dry white wine and flavored with strawberries and kiwi. The drink is refreshing and light, perfect for a hot summer day or for first...

Cucumber and strawberry add a refreshing summer flavor to the classic Margarita. Marcela Valladolid uses only fresh, ripe berries and cucumbers in her recipe. Serve the Margarita in...

This is a low-alcohol version of the classic Moscow Mule. Instead of vodka, a few drops of bitters are added, but the rest is the same: ginger beer and lime juice. To add a more...

This delicious, refreshing cocktail is made with green tea, lime juice, and golden rum. A little simple syrup helps sweeten the drink without making it overly...

A refreshing, thick smoothie is a great way to start any day. And this orange smoothie with vodka and liqueur is perfect for a late Sunday breakfast before a full day of relaxation. Non-alcoholic...

The traditional "Egg Cream" is a New York cocktail made with chocolate syrup, milk, and soda water. It's egg-free! Both adults and children love this cocktail, but for adults...

A refreshing iced tea for a hot day. You can mix a serving, refrigerate it, and sip it throughout the day over ice. Lemon juice and zest, along with lemon cubes, give the tea a bright citrus flavor.

Enjoy this delicious adult milkshake, where chocolate ice cream is perfectly complemented by coffee liqueur, dark rum, and dark chocolate chips. Seltzer water...

Iced tea lovers will love this adult take on the beloved drink. A splash of bourbon transforms this refreshing peach tea into a relaxing summer cocktail. This recipe...