Taylor Swift fans, get ready to sip on some inspiration! These 18 cocktails are perfect for setting the mood for your “The Tortured Poets Department” listening party. Each drink draws from Taylor’s music and favorite beverages. Prepare to enchant your guests with these imaginative recipes.
Speak Now Spritz
Celebrate “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)” with a sparkling drink that’s as festive as the album itself. The glitter in this cocktail adds a touch of magic to every sip.
Ingredients:
- Your favorite sparkling wine
- Edible glitter
- Fruit garnish of choice
French Blonde
Taylor’s recent night out with Kansas City Chiefs’ wives inspired this delicate drink. Floral and refreshing, it’s a perfect blend of elegance and sweetness.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Bombay Sapphire Gin
- 0.75 oz St. Germain
- 0.5 oz Lillet Blanc
- 1.5 oz fresh strained grapefruit juice
- 1 dash lemon bitters
- Grapefruit twist (garnish)
Lavender Haze French Blonde
A dreamy twist on the French Blonde cocktail, inspired by the “Lavender Haze” vibe. It’s floral, citrusy, and sprinkled with edible glitter for a magical touch.
Ingredients (serves 2):
- 2 oz purple gin
- 2 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 2 oz Lillet Blanc
- 4 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 4 dashes lemon bitters
- Lemon wedge and edible glitter (garnish)
The Tortured Tequila Department
Deep red hues from beet juice make this cocktail as mysterious as Taylor’s poetic lyrics. The blend of tequila and earthy flavors makes it unforgettable.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Mi Campo Blanco
- 1.5 oz fresh beet juice
- 0.5 oz triple sec
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.75 oz agave nectar
- Lime slice (garnish)
Love and Poetry Noche Electrica
A bold combination of tequila and coffee liqueur, perfect for powering through a late-night listening party. The red pepper garnish adds a playful flair.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Cuervo Tradicional® Cristalino Tequila
- 0.5 oz coffee liqueur
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- 3 oz cold brew or espresso
- Small red pepper (garnish)
Pink Dream
Inspired by Taylor’s “Lover” era, this cocktail mixes sweet rhubarb with refreshing cranberry juice and soda water. The result is a light, fizzy drink perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Warner’s Rhubarb Gin
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- 0.25 oz ginger liqueur
- 1.5 oz cranberry juice
- Soda water
- Fresh rhubarb slice (garnish)
Diet Coke & Vodka
Sometimes simplicity is best. Taylor shared this favorite combo in 2016, proving you don’t need a fancy recipe to enjoy a great drink.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz vodka
- Diet Coke
- Ice cubes
Rhubarb & Juliet
A charming blend of rhubarb gin and rose lemonade captures the sweetness of a “Love Story.” The strawberry garnish completes the romantic vibe.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Warner’s Rhubarb Gin
- 6 oz Fentiman’s Rose Lemonade
- Whole strawberry (garnish)
Cosmopolitan
Taylor brought the Cosmopolitan back into the spotlight this year, making it a must-have for your cocktail lineup. It’s vibrant, sophisticated, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz high-quality vodka
- 0.5 oz orange liqueur
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- Sweetener of choice
Coffee at Midnight
Inspired by “You Are In Love” from 1989 (Taylor’s Version), this espresso martini-like drink is rich and indulgent. A dash of chocolate shavings ties the flavors together.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Casa Azul Organic Reposado
- 1 oz bourbon
- 1 oz espresso liqueur
- 2 dashes Xocolatl Mole Bitters
- Chocolate shavings (garnish)
Getaway (Side)car
The Sidecar is a classic that’s timeless and easy to make. The bright citrus notes pair wonderfully with the cognac base for a sharp, memorable sip.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz cognac
- 0.5 oz Cointreau
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- Sugar and lemon twist (garnish)
Taylorita
A playful margarita variation that mixes the tang of kumquats with the heat of jalapeños. It’s bold, zesty, and delightfully surprising.
Ingredients:
- Handful of kumquats
- 2 jalapeño slices
- 2 oz Mi Campo Reposado
- 0.5 oz agave nectar
- 1 oz orange liqueur
- Lime wedge and soda water
Blonde Americana Cantarito
Inspired by “Champagne Problems,” this tequila-based cocktail blends citrus juices and grapefruit soda for a bubbly, refreshing finish.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Cuervo Tradicional® Reposado Tequila
- 1 oz orange juice
- 0.75 oz grapefruit juice
- 0.75 oz lime juice
- Grapefruit soda
- Tajín rim (optional)
Old Fashioned
Taylor references this classic whiskey drink in “Getaway Car.” With its bold flavors, it’s the perfect choice for whiskey enthusiasts.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz whiskey
- 1 sugar cube
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Orange twist and cherry (garnish)
Red Lemon Drop
Raise a glass to “Red (Taylor’s Version)” with this raspberry-infused take on the lemon drop. Tart, sweet, and so refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Warner’s Raspberry Gin
- 0.75 oz lemon juice
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- Mint sprig (garnish)
A Toast to My Real Friends
Bitters and sherry combine with tequila to create a bold, complex flavor profile. It’s a drink for those who like a touch of drama.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Casa Azul Organic Blanco
- 0.75 oz Fino Sherry
- 2 dashes Xocolatl Mole Bitters
- 2 dashes black walnut bitters
- Luxardo cherry and orange twist (garnish)
Sweet Tea Prosecco Cocktail
Inspired by “seven,” this sweet tea and Prosecco mix is a Southern-inspired drink with a sparkling finish.
Ingredients:
- Sweet tea
- Prosecco
- Lemon slice (garnish)
Soho Drinking in the Afternoon
A fruity cocktail with hibiscus and rosewater notes, perfect for drawing out your best American smile. The edible flowers add a whimsical touch.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Casa Azul Organic Blanco
- 1.5 oz hibiscus tea
- 1 oz lime juice
- 0.75 oz agave nectar
- 1 bar spoon rosewater
- Edible flowers and lime slice (garnish)
Save these recipes for your next Taylor Swift-inspired celebration! Each one offers a unique flavor and a nod to her iconic eras and songs.