Recipes for alcoholic cocktails and drinks

Try this version of Spanish sangria, made with rosé wine and a splash of rum. Fresh mint, oranges, and apples infuse the drink with delicious flavor. "Sangrito" is a delightful...

In Stanley Clisby Arthur's 1937 book Famous Drinks of New Orleans and How to Mix Them, the recipe for the Swiss calls for much more absinthe than most other cocktails...

Homemade dried fruit syrup with honey, cardamom, cinnamon, and nutmeg is used as a base for cocktails or soda. Simply add a little syrup to plain sparkling water and...

Gin lovers will love this cocktail made with dry vermouth and champagne. Added with freshly squeezed lemon juice, it's sparkling, bubbly, and refreshing. Serve in a...

This pisco-based cocktail will captivate everyone not only with its delicate melon flavor but also with its beautiful presentation. The drink is served on a skewer pierced with a cube of honeydew melon wrapped in a thin slice...

This cocktail is served in a large bowl with straws for several people. It's made with vodka, rum, and gin, with the addition of grape juice, citrus soda, and fresh grapes. The drink...

This cocktail contains five spirits: gin, dark rum, light rum, añejo tequila, and silver tequila. This potent concoction is especially popular among college students. Triple sec liqueur,...

Oddly enough, this Bloody Mary cocktail gets its perfect flavor not only from the balanced combination of vodka and tomato juice. Its secret ingredient is red wine. Add...

This double-layered popsicle is the perfect adult dessert, filled with the vibrant flavors of summer. The first layer is blueberry puree, the second is a twist on a lemon-mint julep. Both sides...

This punch is a spookier take on the classic American rickey cocktail. A refreshing Halloween drink for kids, it can be turned into an adult punch by adding a splash of gin.

Sparkling ginger cider is a top-notch fall mocktail that can be spun with a splash of brandy, giving it a unique twist. The cocktail is based on natural...

The delicious Fog Cutter tiki cocktail is easy to drink, has a pleasant tropical flavor, and packs a punch. It's no wonder, considering it's made with a classic blend of spirits: rum, cognac, and gin.

This sparkling cocktail in a champagne flute looks incredibly elegant, and its flavor will knock your socks off. It's made with Prosecco, Campari, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. The taste...

Finish your dinner with this heady coffee topped with whipped cream. What sets this cocktail apart from the classic is the twist of fresh lemon zest added to the whipped cream. A light citrus...

The Paloma (Little Dove) is one of the most popular Mexican tequila-based cocktails, rivaling the more famous Margarita in flavor. It's made with lime and grapefruit juice,...

The Mango Margarita, also known as the Mangorita, is a wonderful way to enjoy the tropical flavor of mango in a refreshing drink. This version of the cocktail is made with...

Sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb complement each other harmoniously in this smooth vanilla ice cream cocktail with vodka and cognac. It's perfect as a...

A blend of anise, tart dry vermouth, fragrant herbal Benedictine, and fresh orange creates a well-balanced cocktail that has stood the test of time. Although the origin of the name is lost,...

Surprisingly, a beer cocktail can also be velvety and sophisticated. The star of this drink is chocolate stout. Pour it into a champagne flute, topping it with Prosecco so the two layers don't overlap...

If you want your party to be the most fun, serve your guests a Long Island in a large punch bowl. Gin, rum, tequila, vodka, and triple sec in one glass will quickly make heads spin, and grapefruit...

Grapefruit beer is an acquired taste, but it's perfect for complex cocktails. Add a little ginger juice, grapefruit juice, soda water, and bourbon, and you've got...

Tropical coconut rum infuses sweetness into kombucha, or tea fungus (a sweet and sour fermented tea). This drink tastes best with store-bought passionfruit-flavored kombucha, but if...

A splash of freshly squeezed carrot juice will brighten your Aperol Spritz and add a richer flavor. Serve garnished with a small carrot.

"My friend Yolanda loves a good cocktail, so I created this drink just for her," says Cardea Brown. "It was inspired by a cocktail she often likes to order when..."

This easy-to-make cocktail will delight you with its surprising flavor and unexpected heat from the jalapeño pepper. To tone down the heat, you can remove the seeds. Another...

Sweet, juicy watermelon adds a refreshing summer twist to this popular tequila cocktail. To make it, you'll need a powerful blender to crush the ice thoroughly. Serve frozen...

The Sidecar is a classic cocktail made with one part lemon juice, one part orange liqueur, and two parts cognac. It's considered a sour, but for a more balanced flavor, it's usually...

This classic take on the wildly popular cocktail couldn't be easier to make. The Cosmopolitan embodies the perfect balance of sweet and tart, perfect for both holidays and...

This recipe combines the '90s favorite Cosmopolitan with a classic '50s ginger ale punch. An ice ring with frozen fruit inside keeps the punch cold and...

Blend watermelon pulp with lemon vodka and coconut juice, and for an even brighter flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. The perfect summer cocktail...

The refreshing taste of citrus always evokes associations with hot summer. Try a rum and lime lemonade cocktail, perfect for pool parties or backyard...

Sunny Anderson's festive Mojito is made with cranberry juice and cranberries. Their pleasant tartness pairs perfectly with the refreshing flavor of mint. Sweeten with...

A touch of homemade caramel with a hint of bourbon takes this root beer cocktail to a whole new level. Store any leftover caramel in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed container. You can also...

You won't need crushed ice for this mint julep: it's made in the form of an alcoholic jelly! The jelly is topped with mint whipped cream and served in 30ml shot glasses. The perfect treat...

Granita is essentially a delicious, fluffy, snow-like cone eaten like ice cream. This recipe uses a Mint Julep cocktail to create a delicious, refreshing dessert for adults.

A mint julep is a wonderful combination of fresh mint, bourbon, and plenty of crushed ice, making it a truly refreshing summer drink. The mint syrup can be made ahead of time and stored...

Natural non-alcoholic cider is unfiltered apple juice, making the perfect cocktail for cool weather. Brew this spiced cider in a slow cooker for a...

The sweet and tart flavor of hibiscus tea elevates the frozen Margarita to a new level, making it even more dessert-like. It's perfect for a pleasant end to a festive dinner. Brew...

Everyone will love this frozen strawberry dessert for grown-ups! Italian granita looks delightful in edible strawberry bowls. It's an elegant combination of rosé and...

The Cape Codder (aka Cape Cod) is one of the easiest cocktails to make. Essentially, it's just vodka and cranberry juice. Despite its simplicity, the drink is renowned for its excellent taste and...

The combination of sweet lychee and refreshing orange in this cocktail makes it the perfect treat for summer parties, brunches, and bachelorette parties. The cocktail is easy to drink, and this pitcher recipe is designed...

When you're carving pumpkin faces for Halloween, save one for a fun punch for your party. This aromatic apple cocktail with bourbon and spicy clove notes is served straight from a keg...

Enjoy the pure, multifaceted flavor of the classic Negroni cocktail, which combines equal parts gin, Campari bitters, and sweet vermouth. Another must-try...

The mint julep is one of the most popular bourbon-based cocktails. Aromatic and incredibly refreshing, it's easy to make with just a few ingredients. Besides bourbon, sugar, and mint, you'll...

The original Darkness and Storm cocktail recipe calls for ginger beer. But if you can't find it, this variation, which combines homemade ginger syrup with seltzer water, will do the trick.

This fruity sangria makes almost 7 liters! Enough for a large group, and you won't have to worry about refills. It's made with white and rosé wine, and the blend of citrus, strawberries, and...