Celebrate Valentine’s Day with festive cocktails perfect for any occasion. From prosecco-based delights to vodka-infused creations, these easy Valentine’s Day drinks add a touch of romance and fun to your gathering.
With fruity, fizzy, and decadent options, these signature cocktails are great for toasting love or friendship. Find the perfect drink to elevate your celebration in style!
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Valentine’s Day Gin Love Potion
This romantic twist on the classic Clover Club is the ultimate cocktail to toast your sweetheart. With a blend of gin, rose cordial, and fresh raspberries, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces Brockman’s Gin
- ½ ounce rose cordial
- ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
- 5 fresh raspberries
- 1 egg white
Instructions:
- Combine gin, rose cordial, lemon juice, raspberries, and egg white in a shaker. Dry shake (no ice) vigorously for 60 seconds to create a silky foam.
- Add ice and shake again for 30-40 seconds, or until the foam reaches your desired consistency.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries, if desired, and serve.
Kentucky Kiss Cocktail – Bourbon Valentine Cocktail
A sweet and tangy mix of fresh strawberries and smooth bourbon, this cocktail is perfect for Valentine’s Day or as a refreshing summer treat. With hints of lemon and maple syrup, it’s a simple yet elegant drink to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients:
- 2 large fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
- ½ ounce maple syrup
- 2 ounces bourbon whiskey
- Splash of club soda
- Fresh strawberry, for garnish
Instructions:
- In an old-fashioned glass, combine strawberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Muddle until the berries are well mashed.
- Add bourbon and fill the glass with ice. Stir to mix the flavors.
- Top with a splash of club soda.
- Garnish with a fresh strawberry and serve.
Champagne Valentine’s Day Punch for a Crowd
This bubbly and sweet pink punch is perfect for your Valentine’s Day celebrations. With creamy strawberry frozen yogurt and a fizzy champagne base, it’s an easy and festive party cocktail!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle (2 liters) pink lemonade, chilled
- 1 liter club soda, chilled
- 1 bottle (750 ml) champagne, chilled
- 1 package (16 oz) frozen sliced strawberries, slightly thawed
- 1 container (1.5 qt) strawberry frozen yogurt
Instructions:
- In a large punch bowl, combine pink lemonade, club soda, champagne, and strawberries. Stir gently to mix.
- Scoop the strawberry frozen yogurt onto the punch, allowing it to float on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this festive, fizzy treat!
Valentine’s Love Potion Vodka Cocktail
Celebrate love or enjoy a refreshing drink on a evening with this vibrant cocktail. The blend of vodka, peach schnapps, and ruby red grapefruit juice creates a sweet, tangy flavor that’s perfect for any gathering. Quick to make and beautifully pink, it’s a must-try.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Calories: 222 per serving
Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup vodka
- ¼ cup peach schnapps or peach liqueur
- 1 cup ruby red grapefruit juice (or any red juice with cherry or raspberry flavor)
Instructions:
- For an extra touch, rim glasses with corn syrup and sugar. Set aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add vodka, peach schnapps, and juice.
- Shake well until chilled, then pour into prepared glasses.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries and strawberries skewered on a toothpick, if desired.
Classic Strawberry Sangria | Aesthetic Valentine’s Drink
Infused with the sweet essence of strawberries and citrus, this sangria is a vibrant celebration in a glass. Made with rosé wine and fresh mint, it’s a perfect cocktail for Valentine’s Day or a festive gathering. Light, fruity, and refreshing, this Spanish-inspired drink is a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients:
- 4 cups whole fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 bottle dry rosé wine, chilled
- ½ cup triple sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier
- 1 handful fresh mint leaves
- 1 orange, sliced into rounds
- 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
- Soda water, for serving (optional)
- For garnish: Fresh mint, cocktail skewers
Instructions:
- Set aside 6 strawberries for garnish. Slice the rest and place in a blender. Sprinkle with sugar, stir, and let sit for 20 minutes at room temperature.
- Add ½ cup of the wine to the blender and blend until the strawberries are fully pureed. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing with a spatula to extract the liquid. Discard the seeds.
- To the pitcher, add the remaining wine and your choice of triple sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier. Add the mint leaves, orange rounds, lemon rounds, and the 6 reserved sliced strawberries. Stir well.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 4 hours). Avoid letting it sit longer to prevent the fruit from losing texture.
- Serve in glasses filled with ice. Optionally, top with soda water for extra fizz. Garnish with fruit skewers and fresh mint.
Anti-valentine’s Cocktail
Crafted with smoky mezcal, vibrant bell pepper purée, and a touch of heat from serrano syrup, this cocktail delivers bold and unforgettable flavors. Perfect for those who enjoy a spicy and tangy twist in their drinks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1½ oz. Vida Mezcal
- 1 oz. red bell pepper purée
- ¾ oz. lime juice
- ½ oz. cold-pressed cranberry juice
- ½ oz. serrano syrup
Instructions:
- In a shaker tin, combine mezcal, red bell pepper purée, lime juice, cranberry juice, and serrano syrup.
- Shake well and fine strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the layered flavors of this unique cocktail.
Valentine’s Moscow Mule
A festive twist on the classic Moscow Mule, this cocktail is infused with fresh strawberries and garnished with Valentine’s Day candy. Perfect for celebrating love with a sweet and tangy flair.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Calories: 248
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces vodka
- 3 ounces ginger beer
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 3 ripe strawberries, halved
- ½ tablespoon sugar (powdered, superfine, or granulated)
- Crushed ice
- Valentine’s Day candy (Conversation Hearts)
- Sprig of fresh rosemary
- Lime wheel (for garnish)
- Chilled copper mug
Instructions:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, and crushed ice. Shake well for 30 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into a chilled copper mug.
- Add sliced strawberries and Valentine’s Day candy to the mug, then sprinkle with sugar.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
Valentine’s Champagne Cocktail
Effervescent and fruity, this cocktail blends the bright flavors of berries with the crisp elegance of champagne. Ideal for romantic evenings or celebrations, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients:
For the Cocktail:
- 1 bottle dry champagne or sparkling white wine
- 1 oz berry simple syrup (strawberry or blackberry), or more to taste
- Extra strawberries and blackberries (optional, for garnish)
- Cocktail picks (optional, for garnish)
For the Berry Simple Syrup:
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (for strawberry syrup) or ¾ cup fresh blackberries (for blackberry syrup)
Instructions:
To Make the Berry Simple Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and your choice of strawberries or blackberries.
- Simmer over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the berries become tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Strain the syrup into a bottle or jar, pressing to extract all the juice. Discard solids.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
To Make the Cocktail:
- Pour 1 oz of berry syrup into a champagne coupe or glass (adjust to taste).
- Top with chilled champagne or sparkling wine.
- For garnish, cut strawberries into heart shapes and skewer them with blackberries on a cocktail pick.
- Place the garnish on the glass and serve.
Lychee Rose Gin Spritz
Delicate flavors of lychee and rose pair beautifully with the vibrant Empress 1908 Indigo Gin in this refreshing spritz. A stunning cocktail for spring celebrations or romantic evenings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Empress 1908 Indigo Gin
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp rose jam
- 2 oz Soda water
- 4 pieces fresh lychee
Instructions:
- Muddle lychee in a shaker, then add ice and lemon juice. Shake well.
- Add rose jam to a serving glass and fill with ice cubes.
- Strain the lychee mixture into the glass, then pour in soda water.
- Gently float the Empress 1908 Indigo Gin on top for a layered effect.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or fresh lychee. Serve and enjoy!
Pink Lady Cocktail
Freshly squeezed lemon juice and grenadine create the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness in this Prohibition-era classic. With gin and applejack forming the base, this cocktail is both striking in appearance and bold in flavor. A frothy egg white finish adds a silky texture to this timeless drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ ounces London Dry gin
- ½ ounce applejack (apple brandy)
- ¾ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ ounce grenadine
- 1 egg white
- Garnish: Brandied cherry
Instructions:
- Add gin, applejack, lemon juice, grenadine, and egg white to a shaker. Dry-shake (without ice) vigorously to emulsify the egg white.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a brandied cherry and serve.
Valentine’s Day Tequila Cocktail
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with this vibrant and playful raspberry margarita. Chambord and fresh lime juice combine with tequila for a sweet and tangy flavor, while strawberry Pop Rocks add a fun, fizzy twist that will surprise and delight your taste buds.
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Chambord
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 1–1.5 oz fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
- 5–6 fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
- Strawberry Pop Rocks Candy
Instructions:
- Rim a margarita glass with lime juice, then dip it into the strawberry Pop Rocks to coat the rim.
- Add fresh raspberries and sugar to the glass and muddle thoroughly.
- Stir in Chambord, tequila, and fresh lime juice until well mixed.
- Fill the glass with ice and garnish with additional raspberries and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Sugar Cookie Martini
Indulge in the rich, buttery flavor of a sugar cookie in cocktail form. Perfect for the holiday season, this festive martini features a frosted rim with colorful sprinkles and creamy, decadent ingredients. Serve it as a dessert cocktail or a sweet toast by the fire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients:
For the Rim Garnish:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons half-and-half
- ¼ cup nonpareil sprinkles
For the Martini:
- 3 oz vanilla vodka
- 3 oz Irish cream liqueur (e.g., Bailey’s)
- 2 oz butterscotch schnapps
- 2 oz half-and-half
Instructions:
- Prepare the Rim Garnish:
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and half-and-half until thick and smooth.
- Place sprinkles on a small plate. Dip the rims of two coupe glasses into the icing, twisting to coat evenly.
- Immediately dip the frosted rims into the sprinkles, ensuring even coverage. Chill glasses in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Mix the Martini:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add vanilla vodka, Irish cream liqueur, butterscotch schnapps, and half-and-half.
- Cover the shaker and shake vigorously for 10–20 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled, prepared coupe glasses and serve immediately.
Hurricane Cocktail
Bright and bold flavors swirl together in this fruity, rum-based classic. Popular on Bourbon Street and beyond, the hurricane cocktail combines tropical juices, two types of rum, and grenadine for a drink that’s as festive as Mardi Gras itself. Perfect for celebrations or a tropical escape at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- Ice
- 2 oz light rum
- 2 oz dark rum
- 2 oz passion fruit juice
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp grenadine
- Garnish: Orange slice and maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the light rum, dark rum, passion fruit juice, orange juice, lime juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine. Shake well for about 15 seconds.
- Fill a tall, curvy glass (hurricane glass, if available) one-third full with ice. Strain the mixture into the glass.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant, tropical flavors.
Valentine’s Day Cocktail
Ruby-red and sparkling, this cocktail is the perfect drink to toast love and celebrate special moments. Combining cranberry juice, vodka, and prosecco with a hint of grenadine, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 150 ml cranberry juice
- 1 tsp grenadine
- 50 ml vodka
- Handful of ice
- 1 lime wedge
- 4 raspberries
- Chilled prosecco or sparkling wine, to top up
Instructions
- In a jug or cocktail shaker, mix cranberry juice, grenadine, vodka, and a handful of ice. Squeeze in the lime juice and stir well with a mixing spoon or shake briefly if using a cocktail shaker.
- Strain the mixture into two champagne glasses. Drop two raspberries into each glass, then top up with chilled prosecco or sparkling wine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this romantic, bubbly cocktail.
Love Potion #9 Cocktail
Sweet and creamy with a hint of chocolate, this frozen cocktail is perfect for a romantic evening or a fun gathering. Made with strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and a splash of vodka, it’s as delightful to sip as it is to look at.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- ½ cup ice
- ½ cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
- 1 oz vodka (unflavored, strawberry, or vanilla)
- ½ oz white crème de cacao liqueur
- Garnish: Fresh strawberry
Instructions
- Add ice, strawberries, vanilla ice cream, vodka, and crème de cacao to a blender.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a chilled margarita glass.
- Garnish with a fresh strawberry and serve immediately.
Sweetheart Cocktail
Don’t give your love a bouquet of roses this Valentine’s Day. Serve them one in a cocktail.
Made with vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and rose petals, this is a fun and floral way to impress that special someone.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1 fl oz Ketel One Vodka
- 1 fl oz rose petal liqueur
- 1¾ fl oz sweetened cranberry juice
- ½ fl oz freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Pre-chill a coupe glass.
- Prepare your garnish and set aside. Serve accompanied by a bouquet of flowers for an extra romantic touch.
- Combine vodka, rose petal liqueur, cranberry juice, and lime juice in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well.
- Fine strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish and serve immediately.
Kir Royale
There’s no better way to woo your beloved than with a fizzy, fruity kir royale.
This elegant cocktail is made with champagne and French berry liqueur. Simply swirl the two together and add a fresh raspberry for garnish. It’s that easy!
If you’re not sure what liqueur to use, Chambord or Creme de Cassis are great picks. They’ll add a hint of fruit that’s sweet without being sickly.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients
- ½ ounce (1 tablespoon) Chambord or crème de cassis
- 5 ounces chilled brut (dry) Champagne
- Optional garnish: 1 fresh raspberry
Instructions
- Pour the Chambord into a Champagne flute.
- Hold the glass at a 45-degree angle and gently pour in the Champagne to preserve the bubbles.
- Garnish with a fresh raspberry if desired, and serve immediately.
Rosé Paloma Cocktail
A smoky twist on the classic Paloma, this cocktail combines mezcal, rosé, and grapefruit soda for a refreshing and sophisticated drink. The thyme garnish and worm salt rim add depth and elegance, making it perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 2 ounces mezcal
- 4 ounces grapefruit soda
- 1 ounce rosé
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
- Worm salt (for rim)
- Grapefruit wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a cocktail glass, then dip the rim into a bowl of worm salt to coat.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine mezcal, rosé, and lime juice. Shake well for about 10 seconds.
- Fill the prepared glass with ice and strain the mixture into the glass.
- Top with grapefruit soda and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and fresh thyme sprigs. Serve immediately.
Strawberry Jalapeño Margaritas
Add a sweet and spicy twist to your margarita game with this vibrant cocktail. Blending frozen strawberries, fresh jalapeños, and lime juice, this drink is a refreshing way to turn up the heat post-Valentine’s Day or anytime you’re craving bold flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2–3 cups fresh strawberries
- 2 jalapeños (seeded and chopped)
- Juice of 6 limes
- 3–4 tablespoons agave syrup
- ¼ cup triple sec
- 1½ cups tequila
Instructions
- Wash and hull the strawberries. Arrange them on a cookie sheet and freeze for 20–25 minutes.
- In a blender, combine frozen strawberries, chopped jalapeños, lime juice, agave syrup, triple sec, and tequila. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into margarita glasses.
- Garnish each glass with a strawberry slice, lime wedge, and jalapeño slice.
Strawberry and Rhubarb Bellinis
Sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb come together in this vibrant and refreshing bellini. Perfect for spring brunches, garden parties, or even an Oscars viewing soirée, this elegant cocktail will add a splash of color and flavor to any celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1½ cups diced rhubarb
- 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1½ cups chopped strawberries
- 1 bottle prosecco or Champagne, chilled
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the rhubarb, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with a lid and cook over medium heat for 5–6 minutes until the rhubarb begins to soften.
- Add the chopped strawberries and cook uncovered for another 5–6 minutes, or until the strawberries are tender.
- Remove from heat and carefully blend the mixture using a stick blender until smooth. This should yield about 2 cups of puree. Let the puree cool completely. Use immediately or cover and chill for up to one day.
- To assemble, spoon 4–5 tablespoons of puree into a Champagne flute. Fill the glass two-thirds full with prosecco or Champagne and stir gently. Top with more bubbly and serve.
Rachel: A Rose Gulab Cocktail
Inspired by Rachel Green’s romantic yet fierce persona, this elegant cocktail blends vodka, pomegranate, and lemon for a vibrant and refreshing drink. Perfect for a Friends-themed gathering or a cozy night in, it’s as classy as Rachel herself.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Ketel One vodka
- 0.75 oz pomegranate syrup
- 0.75 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Optional garnish: 4–6 rose petals and a spritz of lemon zest
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, pomegranate syrup, and lemon juice.
- Fill the shaker with ice, then shake well.
- Strain into a serving glass.
- For an elegant touch, garnish with rose petals and a spritz of lemon zest, if desired.
French Blonde
Light and aromatic, the French Blonde combines Lillet Blanc, gin, and elderflower liqueur for a refreshing cocktail that’s full of citrusy and floral notes. Perfect as an aperitif or for a casual date night, this drink offers sophistication in every sip.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
- Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 2 parts Lillet Blanc
- 1 part Monkey 47 Gin
- 2 parts grapefruit juice
- ½ part elderflower liqueur
- 3 dashes lemon bitters
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice and add Lillet Blanc, gin, grapefruit juice, elderflower liqueur, and lemon bitters.
- Shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds to mix and chill the ingredients.
- Double strain the cocktail into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon or orange peel if desired.
Pink Strawberry Sangria
If playing mixologist isn’t really your thing, a simple sangria will be the perfect pink cocktail for your Valentine’s Day celebrations. This one only requires strawberry vodka, pink Moscato, lemon-lime soda, and fresh strawberries. We’re in love with fruity Valentine’s cocktails like these!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 750 ml bottle of pink moscato wine
- ½ cup strawberry-flavored vodka
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda or club soda
- 6–10 large strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the pink moscato wine and vodka. Stir in the sliced strawberries. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, add the lemon-lime soda or club soda for a fizzy finish.
- Serve over ice and enjoy this light, fruity cocktail.
Raspberry Pink Champagne Floats
This desserty drink is the ultimate way to end the evening on V-Day. All it takes is a scoop of raspberry sorbet and a splash of pink Champagne! Easy Valentine’s Day drinks for the win.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 2–3 scoops raspberry sorbet
- 1 cup pink champagne (e.g., Barefoot Pink Moscato)
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Add 2–3 scoops of raspberry sorbet to a large wine glass.
- Gently pour pink champagne over the sorbet until the glass is filled.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries.
- Sip as the sorbet melts or enjoy with a spoon for a dessert-like experience.
Strawberry Cream Mimosa
The perfect way to start the morning after Valentine’s Day, this luxurious mimosa blends the sweetness of strawberries and raspberries with a creamy twist. Add a splash of champagne for a festive, romantic touch to breakfast in bed.
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 24 oz frozen raspberries
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries
- ¾ cup sugar (or 6–7 packets Sweet’N Low)*
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 cup half-and-half cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 bottles sparkling champagne
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low to medium heat, combine raspberries and strawberries. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries are soft and juicy.
- Add sugar or sweetener to the berries, tasting and adjusting for sweetness as needed. Stir in honey and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Puree the mixture in a blender until smooth.
- Strain the berry puree through a fine mesh strainer into a measuring cup, pressing the liquid through with a spatula. Discard the seeds.
- To extract more liquid, pour a little half-and-half cream through the strainer, then mix the remaining cream into the strained berry liquid. Add vanilla extract and stir well.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cube tray or a plastic container and freeze for at least 4 hours.
- When ready to serve, fill glasses with champagne and add the frozen berry cream cubes for a beautiful, creamy twist.
Rose Lemon Spritzer
Why give a bouquet of roses when you can make a rose cocktail? This spritzer is a refreshing, elegant and simple way to say, “I love you.”
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons rose water (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1½–2 ounces vodka (omit for a mocktail)
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave (to taste)
- A few drops of blood orange or pomegranate juice (optional, for color)
- ¾ cup sparkling water (or more, to taste)
- Optional garnish: Fresh roses
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine rose water, lemon juice, vodka, honey, and blood orange or pomegranate juice (if using). Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake well until combined, then strain into a glass.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh roses for a beautiful finishing touch.
Cupid’s Arrow Cocktail
Bring a touch of decadence to your Valentine’s Day with this fruity and refreshing cocktail. Whether you’re celebrating love or enjoying solo, the blend of vodka, blood orange liqueur, and fresh berries is sure to make your day extra special.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Calories: 133 kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 0.75 oz blood orange liqueur
- 1.5 oz orange juice
- Splash of lemon juice
- 5 chopped berries (e.g., raspberries, strawberries)
- 1 tsp sugar or ½ packet Splenda
- ½ can lemon-lime soda (e.g., Sprite)
- Optional garnish: Pink or red sugar crystals, chocolate shavings
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, blood orange liqueur, orange juice, lemon juice, and sugar or Splenda. Shake vigorously.
- Wet the rim of your glass and dip it into pink or red sugar crystals to coat.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour the shaken mixture over the ice.
- Top with lemon-lime soda and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of chocolate shavings and serve immediately.