Cocktail Recipes

I have this beverage brewing in my slow cooker at my annual Christmas open house. I set out the whipped...

This refreshing blackberry cocktail is how you take advantage of prime berry season during the summer months. I've also used...

With its pretty jeweled color and complementary orange-coffee flavor, this impressive martini lends an elegant, upscale feel to any party.—Taste...

The fantastic flavors of honey, wine and brandy come through to make a special drink for Easter brunch. It's like...

My citrus-spiked wine is always the life of the party, whether I serve it on a hot summer evening or...

This brandied white cocoa is a wonderful drink to warm up with after coming in from the cold. Whipped topping...

A blend of four fruit juices pairs well with bubbly champagne in this party-pleasing punch. A strawberry garnish adds a...

Pomegranate juice gives a tart and tasty twist to the traditional margarita. The ruby color is great for Christmas, but...

Put the butter base for this beverage in a decorative jar and attach a copy of the recipe for a...

My friends start requesting this cocktail in the fall and continue to ask for it throughout the holidays. Every delectable...

With Kahlua, Irish cream liquor and chocolate sandwich cookies, this martini is almost like a dessert. It's an after-dinner drink...

Mint and bourbon give this drink a bit of a Kentucky kick, and ginger ale makes it a fizzy party...

One sip of this refreshing drink and you’ll picture sand, sea and blue skies that stretch for miles. It’s like...

You can’t have a summer gathering around here without this sweet tea to cool you down. It’s wonderful for sipping...

Adults love this sweet-tart refresher anytime of year. For a kids’ version, simply leave out the alcohol. —Bonnie Jost, Manitowoc,...

I describe this cocktail as slightly tart, a little sassy and completely delicious. I make a big batch when I'm...

Our recipe for mint julep features a from-scratch mint syrup and and expert tips for the perfect warm-weather cocktail.

A chocolate espresso martini will get any party started! Made with vanilla vodka, espresso and chocolate liqueur, this sweet cocktail...

A homemade vanilla bean syrup from our home economists fabulously flavors Champagne. The bubbly beverage is ideal for holidays throughout...

Ginger and pomegranate are made for each other, and the color of this beverage is tantalizing. If you're looking for...

Is it a beverage or a dessert? Don't let its looks fool you: This chocolate martini recipe is potent but...

My beverage is so sensational it's like a taste of the tropics in a glass. The guava adds a touch...

The rich flavors of butterscotch and chocolate pair up for a nightcap that will satisfy any sweet tooth. —Clara M....

I adore the combination of flavors in this recipe. The secret is to thaw the lemonade so it’s still slightly...

Add a splash of color to your brunch table with this rosy holiday mimosa. It has a fantastic sweet-tart taste....

A long-standing tradition in our home, this sparkling punch makes spirits bright. Garnished with fresh strawberries and lime, it makes...

We top off holiday celebrations with this creamy beverage. With sweetened condensed milk and ice cream, it's like a liquid...

We came up with this rich and delicious after-dinner drink, which has a chocolate swirl inside the glass, adding a...

Every soiree needs a signature drink. Sugar dresses up this simple cosmo that lets you enjoy a cozy evening with...