As the weather warms up and the days get longer, your drink menu deserves a seasonal upgrade. Spring is the perfect time to swap out the heavy, boozy winter cocktails for lighter, fresher sips that feel just as breezy as the season itself. Think floral notes, citrusy flavors, and drinks that go down easy on a sunny afternoon.
Here are some of the best alcoholic drinks to enjoy this spring—perfect for brunches, backyard hangouts, or just winding down after a long day.
1. Classic Mojito
- A go-to spring cocktail with minty freshness and a citrus twist
- Ingredients: white rum, fresh mint, lime juice, sugar, soda water
- Light, bright, and super easy to customize (try adding strawberries or cucumber)
2. Aperol Spritz
- The unofficial drink of warmer weather
- Ingredients: Aperol, prosecco, splash of soda water, orange slice
- Bittersweet, bubbly, and perfect for sipping on a patio
3. Lavender Gin Fizz
- Floral, fizzy, and great for a garden party or spring brunch
- Ingredients: gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, egg white (optional), soda water
- Refreshing with just enough sweetness and a pretty pastel vibe
4. Cucumber Vodka Cooler
- Crisp and hydrating with a spa-like twist
- Ingredients: cucumber slices, vodka, lime juice, club soda, mint
- Muddle cucumber and mint, shake with vodka and lime, top with soda
5. Rosé Sangria
- A spring spin on a summer classic
- Ingredients: rosé wine, strawberries, oranges, lemon, splash of brandy or orange liqueur
- Chill everything together in a pitcher for a fruity, crowd-pleasing drink
6. Elderflower Collins
- A floral take on the traditional Tom Collins
- Ingredients: gin, elderflower liqueur (like St-Germain), lemon juice, soda water
- Elegant and lightly sweet with a refreshing finish
7. Spiked Arnold Palmer
- The perfect blend of tea, lemonade, and a kick
- Ingredients: sweet tea vodka or regular vodka + half lemonade, half iced tea
- Great for casual sipping at a picnic or BBQ
8. Grapefruit Paloma
- A citrus-forward cocktail that’s simple and refreshing
- Ingredients: tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, soda water, salt rim optional
- Tart, bright, and easy to batch for guests
9. Strawberry Basil Margarita
- A fresh twist on a classic with spring produce
- Ingredients: tequila, lime juice, muddled strawberries and basil, simple syrup
- Sweet, herbal, and perfect for Taco Tuesday—or any day
10. French 75
- Light, bubbly, and just fancy enough
- Ingredients: gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, topped with champagne
- Great for spring celebrations or Sunday brunch
Final Sip: Spring cocktails are all about balance—bright, botanical, citrusy, and not too heavy. Whether you’re shaking up drinks for a crowd or just enjoying one solo on the porch, these cocktails are a delicious way to toast to the season. Just don’t forget the garnish—because spring drinks should taste and look fresh.
Let me know if you’d like a non-alcoholic spring drink version or recipes tailored for a specific gathering!