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30 Refreshing Cocktails for Spring
Spring is the perfect time to try new and refreshing cocktails that showcase the season’s freshest ingredients. Here are 30 springtime cocktails that are sure to satisfy your thirst for something light and delicious:
Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail: This sweet and tart cocktail is perfect for sipping on a warm spring day. Combine vodka, raspberry liqueur, and lemonade in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon.
Lavender Lemonade Cocktail: A refreshing and floral twist on classic lemonade. Mix gin, lavender syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and top with sparkling water.
Grapefruit Margarita: A citrusy and tangy take on the classic margarita. Combine tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave nectar in a shaker with ice, then strain into a salt-rimmed glass and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
Hibiscus Gin Sour: This bright and floral cocktail is perfect for spring. Mix gin, hibiscus syrup, lemon juice, and egg white in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a hibiscus flower.
Cucumber Gimlet: A refreshing and crisp cocktail that’s perfect for warm weather. Mix gin, fresh cucumber juice, lime juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a cucumber slice.
Elderflower Collins: A light and floral cocktail that’s perfect for sipping on a sunny day. Mix gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and club soda in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a lemon wedge.
Pineapple Mojito: A tropical twist on the classic mojito. Mix rum, fresh pineapple juice, lime juice, mint leaves, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a pineapple wedge and mint sprig.
Strawberry Basil Smash: A sweet and herbaceous cocktail that’s perfect for spring. Mix gin, fresh strawberries, basil leaves, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a strawberry and basil sprig.
Aperol Spritz: A classic Italian cocktail that’s perfect for sipping on a warm day. Mix Aperol, prosecco, and soda water in a glass filled with ice, then garnish with an orange slice.
Watermelon Margarita: A refreshing and fruity twist on the classic margarita. Mix tequila, fresh watermelon juice, lime juice, and agave nectar in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a watermelon wedge.
Lavender Gin Fizz: A light and floral cocktail that’s perfect for spring. Mix gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and club soda in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a lavender sprig.
Strawberry Daiquiri: A sweet and fruity cocktail that’s perfect for sipping on a warm day. Mix rum, fresh strawberries, lime juice, and simple syrup in a blender with ice, then pour into a glass and garnish with a strawberry.
Mint Julep: A classic cocktail that’s perfect for springtime events like the Kentucky Derby. Muddle fresh mint leaves with simple syrup in a glass, then add bourbon and crushed ice and garnish with a mint sprig.
Grapefruit and Rosemary Gin Fizz: A refreshing and herbaceous cocktail made with gin, fresh grapefruit juice, rosemary syrup, and soda water. Combine gin, grapefruit juice, and rosemary syrup in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with soda water and stir gently. Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and a sprig of rosemary. This cocktail is perfect for enjoying on a sunny spring day, with its bright citrusy flavors and herbal notes of rosemary.
Rhubarb Gin and Tonic: A tart and refreshing take on the classic gin and tonic. Mix gin, rhubarb syrup, tonic water, and lime juice in a glass filled with ice, then garnish with a lime wedge.
Peach Bellini: A classic Italian cocktail made with fresh peaches and Prosecco. Blend fresh peaches with Prosecco and serve in a champagne flute.
Blood Orange Margarita: A tangy and refreshing margarita made with fresh blood orange juice. Mix tequila, fresh blood orange juice, lime juice, and agave nectar in a shaker with ice, then strain into a salt-rimmed glass and garnish with a blood orange wedge.
Blackberry Bramble: A sweet and fruity cocktail that’s perfect for spring. Mix gin, blackberry liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass filled with crushed ice and garnish with fresh blackberries and a lemon wedge.
Kiwi Mojito: A refreshing and tropical take on the classic mojito. Muddle fresh kiwi slices with mint leaves and simple syrup in a glass, then add rum, lime juice, and club soda and garnish with a kiwi slice and mint sprig.
Lavender French 75: A floral and citrusy cocktail made with gin and champagne. Mix gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and champagne in a shaker with ice, then strain into a champagne flute and garnish with a lemon twist.
Mango Margarita: A sweet and tropical twist on the classic margarita. Mix tequila, fresh mango juice, lime juice, and agave nectar in a shaker with ice, then strain into a salt-rimmed glass and garnish with a mango slice.
Grapefruit and Thyme Martini: A tangy and herbaceous cocktail that’s perfect for spring. Mix vodka, fresh grapefruit juice, thyme-infused syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a thyme sprig.
Pineapple Ginger Mojito: A refreshing and spicy take on the classic mojito. Muddle fresh pineapple and ginger with mint leaves and simple syrup in a glass, then add rum, lime juice, and club soda and garnish with a pineapple wedge and mint sprig.
Lemon Drop Martini: A sweet and tart cocktail made with vodka and lemon juice. Mix vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice, then strain into a sugar-rimmed glass and garnish with a lemon twist.
Peach and Basil Bellini: A fruity and herbaceous take on the classic Bellini. Blend fresh peaches with Prosecco and basil syrup and serve in a champagne flute.
Lavender Lemon Drop: A floral and citrusy twist on the classic lemon drop cocktail. Mix vodka, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and triple sec in a shaker with ice, then strain into a sugar-rimmed glass and garnish with a lemon twist and lavender sprig.
Spiced Pear Collins: A spicy and fruity cocktail made with pear juice and gin. Mix gin, spiced pear syrup, lemon juice, and club soda in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass filled with ice and garnish with a pear slice.
Rosemary Gin Sour: A herbaceous and tangy cocktail made with gin and rosemary syrup. Mix gin, rosemary syrup, lemon juice, and egg white in a shaker with ice, then strain into a glass and garnish with a sprig of rosemary.
Watermelon Margarita: A sweet and refreshing margarita made with fresh watermelon juice. Mix tequila, fresh watermelon juice, lime juice, and agave nectar in a shaker with ice, then strain into a salt-rimmed glass and garnish with a watermelon wedge.
Strawberry Basil Gin Fizz: A fruity and herbaceous cocktail made with gin, fresh strawberries, and basil syrup. Muddle fresh strawberries and basil leaves in a glass, then add gin, lemon juice, and soda water and stir. Garnish with a strawberry slice and basil sprig.
There you have it, 30 delicious and refreshing springtime cocktails to enjoy. Whether you prefer a fruity and sweet drink or a herbaceous and tangy one, there’s something for everyone on this list. Enjoy!
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