Cocktail Recipes

Toast the weekend with any of these cocktail recipes. From basic and classic cocktail recipes to currently popular cocktail recipes, we’ll cheers to that.

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Blackberry Brandy Slush

We wanted a fun twist on a slushy made with tea and fruit juice, so we used blackberry brandy. The...


Midwest Mary

In the Midwest, Bloody Marys garnished with meats, cheeses and veggies are works of art. My beverage has skewers of...


Rhubarb Lemonade Slush

My family loves rhubarb, and this is such a fun way to enjoy it. It's nice to have in the...


Creamy Irish Coffee

My maternal grandma seldom drank more than a glass of champagne at Christmas, but she couldn't resist my Creamy Irish...


Apple Amaretto Sours

An amaretto sour has always been one of my favorite cocktails. This version has a special touch that makes it...


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Thin Mint Milk Shake

Save a sleeve of Girl Scout cookies for this creamy milkshake that's fun for kids and adults, too. —Shauna Sever,...


Perfect Lemon Martini

Time to relax with a refreshing lemon drop martini! The combination of tart lemon and sweet liqueur will tingle your...


Spiced White Sangria

I've been making this recipe for more than 20 years. My husband and I are in the wine and spirits...

Champagne Fruit Punch

Toast the happy couple at your next bridal shower with a fun and fruity drink! It’s the perfect refreshment on...


Cranberry White Sangria

I tinkered with the ingredients in this sangria until it was perfect. It's also good with peach, apple or cherry...


Hot Spiced Wine

My friends, family and I enjoy this spiced wine during cold-weather gatherings. This warm drink will be a special treat...


Apple Brandy

I spend a lot of time developing recipes for the many fruits and vegetables we grow on our farm. In...


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Easy White Sangria

Not too heavy or heady, this easy white sangria is a perfect refresher when you want a sip of sunshine.


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Topsy-Turvy Sangria

I got this recipe from a friend a few years ago. Perfect for relaxed get-togethers. it’s even better if you...


Blueberry Thirst Quencher

I first enjoyed this cocktail at a Derby day party and fell in love. With its beautiful color and zesty...


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Cranberry-Orange Vodka Slush

Years ago, my mother made a rosy and refreshing party drink I’ve never forgotten. The sparkle comes from fruit juices,...


Cranberry Mimosa

We love making cranberry mimosas on a slow Saturday morning or during the holidays.

Cranberry-Lime Sangria

Tart, light and fruity, this party-worthy sangria is a hit any time of the year. —Katy Joosten, Little Chute, Wisconsin


Bourbon Slush

This easy, refreshing bourbon slush recipe takes care of all your cocktail needs come barbecue season. It's one of our...


Cranberry Slushie

I love to try new recipes. When I find one that was especially well liked, I make a copy, put...


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Long Island Iced Tea

The refreshing Long Island iced tea cocktail packs a punch and tastes great, with sweet and citrusy flavors that are...


Limoncello Spritzer

A perfect hint of lemon highlights in this popular, refreshing cooler.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen


Screwdriver

Vodka and orange juice come together in delicious harmony in the classic screwdriver recipe. Whether mixing a batch for brunch...

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Tequila Sunrise

The tequila sunrise is a delightful and refreshing cocktail known for its brightly colored layers of tequila, orange juice and...


Beer Margaritas

A great drink for guys or gals on a hot summer day, this cool combination of two popular drinks, beer...


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White Russian

Learn how to make a white Russian just like The Dude in the Coen brothers' cult-classic 1998 film, "The Big...


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Brandy Old-Fashioned

In Wisconsin, we do things differently with this classic cocktail. Learn how to make a Badger State brandy old-fashioned to...


Champagne Cocktail

This amber champagne cocktail is a bubbly twist on the traditional old-fashioned. Try it with extra dry champagne. —Taste of...


Frozen Strawberry Daiquiris

When I was in my early 20s, I went on a Carnival Cruise to the Caribbean. I fell for the...