Welcome the arrival of warmer temperatures and bid farewell to winter’s chill with an exquisite collection of Easter cocktails. This guide features a delightful array of beverages, perfect for your spring celebrations and festive gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a grand Easter brunch or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these ‘eggcellent’ drink recipes will add a touch of sparkle to your holiday.
Discover the Best Easter Cocktails for Your Holiday Celebration
Easter, a cherished religious holiday, often marks a time for intimate gatherings and heartfelt reunions rather than large-scale festivities. It’s a day when families and friends come together for joyous Easter brunches and elegant dinners, celebrating rebirth and new beginnings. Coinciding with the vibrant arrival of spring, Easter evokes images of blossoming flowers, sunny skies, and a refreshing transition from the colder months. Our curated selection of Easter cocktails beautifully captures this spirit, offering a blend of timeless classics, invigorating spring-themed concoctions, and versatile drinks suitable for any moment of your holiday.
From the excitement of the morning egg hunt to the delightful spread of your Easter brunch, we’ve thoughtfully selected the perfect Easter drinks to complement every part of your day. Each recipe is designed to be both delicious and relatively simple to prepare, ensuring you can focus on enjoying the company of your loved ones. Get ready to shake off the last remnants of winter and embrace the joyous, vibrant energy of spring with these unforgettable Easter beverage ideas!
Oh, Honey Bee Moscato Wine Cocktail
Ingredients: Moscato, Fresh Lemon Juice, Ripe Raspberries, Thyme Sprigs, Golden Honey
Experience the perfect harmony of sweet, bright, and herbal notes with the Oh, Honey Bee Moscato Wine Cocktail. Crafted with crisp Frontera Moscato, juicy raspberries, a hint of honey, and aromatic thyme, this drink is a true taste of spring and summer. It’s a wonderfully refreshing Easter cocktail that will delight your palate. A delightful bonus: as the raspberries infuse, they absorb the alcohol, leaving you with delicious, boozy fruit at the bottom of your glass – a lovely treat after finishing your drink! This cocktail’s vibrant color and fresh ingredients make it an ideal choice for an Easter brunch, adding a sophisticated yet playful touch to your spread.
To unlock the full flavor of the raspberries and thyme, you’ll need a cocktail muddler. Then, combine and chill the mixture to perfection in a cocktail shaker. Garnish with a fresh sprig of thyme or a few extra raspberries for an elegant presentation that complements any festive Easter table.
Bay Breeze Cocktail
Ingredients: Smooth Vodka, Sweet Pineapple Juice, Tart Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime Wedges for Garnish
Elevate the classic Cape Cod cocktail by introducing a tropical twist with pineapple juice, transforming it into the delightful Bay Breeze. This sweet and vibrant highball drink is an excellent choice for Easter brunch or a relaxing afternoon spent with loved ones. While a standard vodka works wonderfully, consider a flavored vodka, such as pineapple or raspberry, to enhance the fruity essence even further. If you appreciate a slightly bitter counterpoint to the sweetness, increase the cranberry ratio and add some effervescence with Prosecco, Sprite, or tonic water for a sparkling Bay Breeze.
Serve this refreshing cocktail in a tall highball glass, ensuring a generous amount of ice, and finish with a fresh lime wedge perched on the rim. For those who prefer distinct layers of flavor, a bar spoon is ideal for gently stirring or layering the ingredients. A cocktail shaker is optional; simply pouring over ice and stirring works perfectly for this straightforward yet elegant Easter drink. Explore more of our vodka cocktails for year-round enjoyment.
Orange Moscow Mule
Ingredients: Premium Vodka, Fresh Orange Juice, Spicy Ginger Beer, Zesty Lime Juice, Orange Slice for Garnish
Introduce a zesty and refreshing twist to your Easter celebrations with the Orange Moscow Mule. This vibrant cocktail is inspired by the sun-drenched landscapes of Sorrento, Italy, where fragrant citrus fruits hang abundantly. While we recommend fresh orange juice, feel free to experiment with other seasonal citrus, such as blood orange or tangerine, to create a uniquely flavored mule. Its bright, citrusy profile makes it an excellent choice for a festive Easter drink, especially as spring blossoms.
For those who prefer a more robust drink, simply adjust the vodka ratio to your liking. To ensure an authentic Moscow mule experience, serve this concoction in a chilled copper mule mug, which keeps your drink perfectly cold. Achieve precision in your pours with OXO angled jiggers, and ensure all ingredients are perfectly blended with a reliable bartending spoon. Don’t forget to garnish with a vibrant orange slice to complete the look. Explore our full collection of mule cocktails for more inventive variations.
Woo Woo Drink
Ingredients: Crisp Vodka, Sweet Peach Schnapps, Tart Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime Wedge for Garnish
The origins of the fun-loving Woo Woo drink may be shrouded in mystery, with some tales suggesting it was a spirited toast to every New York Mets score. Regardless of its past, this vibrant red cocktail is a fantastic addition to any festive occasion, including your Easter celebration. It’s a delightful variation of the classic Fuzzy Navel, substituting orange juice with cranberry for a more tart and refreshing profile. Its beautiful crimson hue makes it an eye-catching Easter drink, perfect for adding a splash of color to your holiday table.
Serve the Woo Woo in an elegant highball glass, allowing its vivid color to shine. For larger gatherings, consider preparing it punch bowl-style; float fresh watermelon slices, an assortment of berries, or other seasonal fruits to infuse additional flavors and add visual appeal. To ensure perfectly shaped ice cubes that slowly chill your drinks without diluting them too quickly, we recommend investing in a quality ice cube maker. Garnish each glass with a fresh lime wedge to complete this irresistible holiday treat.
Delicious Frosty Peach Moscato Cocktail
Ingredients: Andre Peach Moscato, Frozen Peaches
Prepare for a dangerously delightful experience with the Delicious Frosty Peach Moscato Cocktail! This incredibly fruity and sweet frozen concoction, made with Andre Peach Moscato and perfectly frozen peaches, is a natural and highly recommended accompaniment for your Easter brunch. Its smooth, refreshing flavor and beautiful presentation make it an ideal Easter drink for a warm spring day. The frozen peaches not only chill the drink but also release their sweet essence as they slowly thaw, enriching every sip.
To serve, place a slice of fresh or frozen peach at the bottom of a champagne flute before pouring in the chilled Moscato. As you enjoy, you’ll discover luscious, Moscato-soaked peach slices waiting at the bottom – a truly indulgent treat. This simple yet sophisticated cocktail promises to be a memorable highlight of your Easter gathering, leaving a lasting impression on your guests.
Raspberry Lemonade Moscato Punch Cocktail
Ingredients: Light Moscato, Zesty Pink Lemonade, Fresh Lemon Wedges, Ripe Raspberries for Garnish
Imagine a pitcher of this blush-pink Raspberry Lemonade Moscato Punch gracing your spring or summertime brunch spread – it’s a vision of pure delight! This inviting cocktail, bursting with the fresh flavors of raspberries and lemonade, is a fantastic choice for Easter, bringing a festive and vibrant touch to your celebration. The inspiration for this delightful drink came from the heartwarming camaraderie between Melissa McCarthy and Maya Rudolph, stars of “Life of the Party,” reminding us that fun and friendship know no age limit.
This punch is not only beautiful but also incredibly easy to make in a large batch, perfect for serving a crowd. Its light and refreshing profile makes it an ideal Easter drink that appeals to a wide range of tastes. Garnish generously with fresh lemon wedges and plump raspberries to enhance its visual appeal and add an extra burst of flavor. This cocktail embodies the joy and spirit of spring, making it a wonderful addition to any festive gathering, from casual get-togethers to elegant Easter brunches.
Peach Iced Tea Cocktail
Ingredients: Smirnoff Sorbet Light White Peach Vodka, Diet Peach Iced Tea, Fresh Peaches
For a refreshing and waistline-friendly Easter drink, look no further than our Peach Iced Tea Cocktail. This simple yet sophisticated two-ingredient refresher combines the delicate sweetness of Smirnoff Sorbet Light White Peach Vodka with crisp diet peach iced tea. It’s an ideal sipper for warm spring afternoons, barbecues, or any outdoor gathering during the Easter season, offering a lighter option without sacrificing flavor.
Whether you’re preparing for a small group or a larger crowd, this recipe is easily scalable – simply double or triple the proportions as needed. For an extra special touch and an innovative way to keep your drink perfectly chilled, freeze fresh peach slices and use them as flavorful ice cubes. As they slowly thaw, these frozen peaches will not only keep your drink cold but also infuse a beautiful, subtle peach flavor into every sip. Serve in mason jars for a charming, rustic presentation that perfectly suits the spring vibe.
Dirty Shirley Cocktail
Ingredients: Crisp Vodka, Sweet Grenadine, Effervescent Sprite (or Lemon-Lime Soda), Plenty of Ice
Take a nostalgic trip back to childhood with a grown-up twist by indulging in the Dirty Shirley Cocktail. This festive Easter drink is the spirited evolution of the beloved Shirley Temple, which traditionally features soda and grenadine without alcohol. By adding vodka, we transform it into a wonderfully playful and refreshing adult beverage. While unflavored vodka works perfectly, feel free to experiment with cherry or vanilla-flavored vodka for an extra layer of sweetness and aroma. For an even more intense cherry experience, consider using cherry moonshine.
We recommend serving the Dirty Shirley in a classic highball or Collins glass, allowing its vibrant red hue to shine. A bar spoon is helpful for gently stirring the ingredients without flattening the soda. Crown each drink with bright red maraschino cherries for garnish and add charming pastel-colored paper straws for a touch of Easter whimsy. If you’re preparing this delightful cocktail punch bowl-style for a crowd, remember to add the soda just before serving to preserve its delightful fizziness.
Lavender Lemonade Cocktail
Ingredients: Aromatic Lavender Vodka, Fresh Lemonade
Unveil a uniquely refreshing Easter cocktail with our Lavender Lemonade, a warm-weather sipper inspired by a memorable trip to Oakhurst Spirits in California’s Yosemite area, where we first sampled their exquisite lavender vodka. The true story of this cocktail began years ago when my husband, after enjoying a similar drink at a Spokane hotel grand opening, challenged me to recreate it. This drink’s delicate floral notes and zesty citrus profile make it an absolutely enchanting Easter drink, perfect for spring gatherings.
For a delightful fizzy twist, add a splash of Prosecco or substitute regular lemonade with sparkling lemonade. Pour this beautiful concoction into elegant Collins glasses. To achieve the quintessential Easter brunch look, serve with charming pastel-colored paper straws – we particularly love using a combination of lavender and yellow straws, as seen in our recipe photos, to enhance its springtime appeal. This cocktail promises to be a conversation starter and a true delight for your guests.
Strawberry Basil Lemonade Cocktail
Ingredients: Smirnoff Strawberry Sorbet Light Vodka, Diet Lemonade, Fresh Basil Leaves
Embrace the vibrant flavors of spring with this delightful Strawberry Basil Lemonade Cocktail, a perfect down-home drink for your Easter celebration and the warmer months ahead. The combination of sweet, juicy strawberries and aromatic fresh basil creates an incredibly refreshing and visually appealing Easter drink. The muddled basil leaves and fresh strawberry slices gracefully floating within the glass add an inviting rustic charm, especially when served with a whimsical paper straw.
If you share our love for sweet, succulent strawberries, you’ll be thrilled to know we have an extensive roundup of over 20+ Epic Strawberry Recipes. These recipes are designed to help you make the absolute most of your strawberry harvest or market finds, ensuring you can enjoy this versatile fruit in countless delicious ways beyond this cocktail. This particular drink is not only kind to the waistline but also brings a burst of fresh, garden-inspired flavor to your holiday table.
Slow Cooker Crock Pot Lemonade Moonshine
Ingredients: Freshly Juiced Lemons, Water, White Granulated Sugar, High-Proof Everclear
Following the incredible success and popularity of our Crock Pot Cherry Pie Moonshine, we knew it was time to expand our repertoire of moonshine recipes. The result is this fantastic Slow Cooker Crock Pot Lemonade Moonshine, a potent yet delightfully zesty creation perfect for adult Easter gatherings or as a unique homemade gift.
Your trusty slow cooker effortlessly combines freshly juiced lemons, water, sugar, and high-proof Everclear, transforming them into a smooth and potent summer moonshine. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a surprisingly balanced and delicious spirit. We adore gifting these homemade batches in elegantly labeled Ball mason jars to friends and family. It’s a thoughtful and impressive present that embodies the spirit of homemade hospitality and ensures your Easter celebration carries a unique and spirited touch. Remember to enjoy responsibly!
Fuzzy Navel Boozy Popsicles
Ingredients: Pureed Large Peach, Fresh Orange Juice, Sweet Peach Schnapps
While the name “Fuzzy Navel” might initially suggest something less than appetizing, rest assured, this uniquely named cocktail-turned-popsicle is anything but! The “fuzzy” refers to the delightful peach schnapps, while “navel” alludes to the sweet orange variety used in its creation. These boozy popsicles are an unexpectedly playful and refreshing treat, perfect for adding a fun, grown-up twist to your Easter celebrations, especially if the spring weather is warm.
To prepare these delightful frozen treats with ease and minimal mess, we highly recommend using DIY popsicle pouches with funnel attachments. These clever pouches ensure effortless filling, preventing any waste due to spills and making the process enjoyable. Serve them on a bed of ice alongside fresh orange slices for an irresistible presentation that will surprise and delight your guests, offering a cool and spirited end to your Easter feast.
Mint Julep
Ingredients: Fragrant Mint Simple Syrup, Fresh Mint Leaves, Premium Kentucky Bourbon, Crushed Ice, Hibiscus Syrup (optional for color/flavor)
The Mint Julep, traditionally associated with the Kentucky Derby, is far too delicious to be enjoyed only once a year! Its refreshing blend of mint and bourbon makes it an absolutely perfect Easter Cocktail, especially as the fresh mint of spring begins to flourish. The crispness of mint combined with the warmth of bourbon offers a sophisticated yet invigorating taste that’s ideal for a holiday gathering. This classic drink, served in a traditional julep cup, brings a touch of timeless elegance to your Easter brunch or dinner.
Additional Easter Cocktail favorites that are always a hit include a classic Mimosa, a zesty Paloma, a sweet Peach Bellini, the creamy Brandy Alexander, invigorating Bloody Marys (perfect for brunch!), and the vibrant Tequila Sunrise! Each offers a unique flavor profile to suit every guest’s preference, ensuring your Easter celebration is filled with delicious choices.
Festive Easter Shots: Small Sips, Big Flavor
For those looking to add a playful and spirited element to their Easter festivities, our selection of Easter-themed shots offers concentrated bursts of flavor and fun. These creative concoctions are perfect for toasts, dessert pairings, or simply as a lively addition to your holiday bar. Each shot is designed to be visually appealing and deliciously potent, providing a delightful way to celebrate the spirit of Easter.
Jelly Bean Shot
Ingredients: Sweet Grenadine, Anise-flavored Sambuca Liqueur, Smooth Southern Comfort
Embrace a unique and nostalgic flavor profile with our Jelly Bean Shot, especially if you have a fondness for licorice! The distinctive anise flavor of Sambuca liqueur adds an intriguing and memorable quality to this layered shot, reminiscent of classic jelly bean candies. Its vibrant colors make it a festive and fun Easter shot, perfect for a playful holiday gathering. To bring this delightful shot to life with precision, you’ll need reliable OXO angled jiggers for accurate measurements, a bartending spoon for careful layering, and a set of 2-ounce shot glasses.
For a sweeter, more brightly colored version that’s perfect for Easter, craft this layered shot with vivid blue curaçao, sweet cherry vodka, and tangy pineapple juice. Need a little guidance on how to create those stunning, distinct layers? Our comprehensive guide to pouring layered shots will illuminate the way, ensuring your shots are as beautiful as they are delicious!
Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot
Ingredients: Creamy Vanilla Vodka, Sweet Pineapple Juice, Rich Grenadine
Prepare to be utterly enchanted by the Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot, a delightful shooter that perfectly captures the essence of the beloved tropical dessert. This smooth blend of vanilla vodka, pineapple juice, and grenadine is an irresistible treat, transforming a classic cake into a spirited libation. Its vibrant colors and sweet, fruity profile make it a fantastic Easter shot, adding a unique and playful dessert-like element to your holiday celebration.
To truly mimic the dessert, garnish this tropical delight with a bright red maraschino cherry, just like the top of a pineapple upside-down cake. If you desire a full-sized cocktail instead of a shot, simply increase the proportions to suit your preferred glass size and serve it in a martini glass or on the rocks. For this layered shot recipe, you’ll need shot glasses, a cocktail shaker for blending, and critically, a bar spoon to achieve that stunning, gradient-like effect that makes this shot truly pop.
Jelly Donut Shot
Ingredients: Creamy RumChata, Fruity Chambord Liqueur
Indulge in the sweet and decadent flavors of a jelly-filled pastry with our Jelly Donut Shot, a fun and irresistible layered shooter. This unique Easter shot was inspired by our favorite Spokane donut shops, giving us the perfect excuse to pick up a dozen for our recipe photos (and perhaps a taste test!). It’s a fantastic way to enjoy a dessert-like experience in a small, potent package, adding a touch of sweetness to your holiday celebration.
For those feeling adventurous and looking to experiment with the flavor profile, consider swapping the RumChata for rich Bailey’s Irish Cream. This substitution might introduce a subtle minty aftertaste, adding another layer of complexity to this already delightful shot. Whichever cream liqueur you choose, the combination with Chambord creates a harmonious blend that truly evokes the essence of a fresh, jelly-filled donut, making it a memorable Easter treat.
Pink Starburst Shot and Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients: Creamy Vanilla Vodka, Sweet Watermelon Schnapps, Zesty Sweet and Sour Mix, Corn Syrup (for rim), Pink Sprinkles (for rim), Pink Starburst (for garnish)
Step into a world of vibrant flavors and playful nostalgia with our Pink Starburst Shot and Cocktail Recipe. This fun shooter was expertly crafted in response to the viral sensation of Starbucks’ Pink Starburst Refresher, becoming a cult favorite across the blogosphere. The delightful combination of vanilla vodka, sweet and sour mix, and watermelon schnapps perfectly mimics the irresistible taste of those iconic paper-wrapped square candies, making it a fantastic and whimsical Easter shot.
This gem is a proud part of our popular series of candy-flavored shots. If you’re captivated by the sweet and fun profile of this recipe, be sure to explore our other creations inspired by fan-favorite candies, such as the rich and chocolaty Tootsie Roll Shot and the crunchy, peanut-buttery Butterfinger Shot. Each offers a unique and delicious homage to beloved treats, perfect for adding a touch of playful sweetness to any gathering, especially your festive Easter celebration.
Essential Recipe Tips for Your Easter Cocktails
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Favorite Bartending Tools to Elevate Your Easter Drinks
Equipping your home bar with the right tools can transform your cocktail-making experience, making it easier and more enjoyable to craft these delightful Easter drinks. Here are some of our must-have bartending essentials:
2 ounce shot glasses – These are indispensable, especially for crafting beautifully layered shots where precision is key. Their perfect size ensures each layer is distinct.
Bar Spoon – A lengthy bar spoon is essential for gently stirring ingredients to chill them perfectly and for creating those stunning, distinct layers in your cocktail shots. They fit perfectly into most cocktail and shot glasses.
Cocktail Shaker – A high-quality cocktail shaker is a cornerstone of any good home bar. This particular set comes with a fantastic array of complementary tools. When choosing, prioritize one that is comfortable to hold and easy to shake for optimal mixing.
Stemless Martini Glasses – These modern and elegant stemless martini glasses are not only stylish but also less prone to tipping, making them a fantastic choice for any gathering.
Martini Glass – For a touch of timeless sophistication, you can’t go wrong with the classic martini glass. Its iconic shape is perfect for showcasing elegant cocktails.
Jell-O Shot Cups – For festive and easy-to-serve Jell-O shots, we highly recommend using two-ounce Jell-O shot cups. They are ideal for individual portions and easy handling.
OXO angled jiggers – These innovative angled jiggers are our absolute go-to measuring tools for precise cocktail preparation. They are particularly brilliant for accurately pouring and layering ingredients, ensuring perfect results every time.
Margarita Glasses – While classic margarita glasses offer a traditional and festive look, remember that you can certainly use any glass you prefer for this versatile and delicious cocktail.
Champagne Flutes – For an elegant touch, particularly for celebratory Easter toasts, we adore the sophisticated look of classic champagne flutes. They elevate any sparkling drink.
Hurricane Glass – If you’re aiming for a truly tropical aesthetic with your Easter drinks, serving them in a distinctive hurricane glass will perfectly complete the vibrant look.
Copper Mule Mugs – For serving Moscow Mules, there’s no substitute for the classic copper mule mug. These not only maintain your drink’s chill beautifully but also add an incredibly striking visual appeal.
Old Fashion Glass/Rocks Glass – A classic rocks glass is a versatile and essential piece of glassware, perfect for a wide array of cocktails served over ice or neat.
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