10 Best Spring-Inspired Cocktail Recipes

Spring is upon us! so this is the perfect time to get together with friends and celebrate with a cocktail or two. The following Spring-inspired cocktail recipes will surely make your taste buds happy this season.

The Light & Sweet

This cocktail is great for those who’re looking for a sweet drink but not too strong. Mix ingredients in a shaker tin with ice and shake until cold. Pour into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lime wedge.

Ingredients:2 oz. Tequila,1 oz. Triple Sec,3 oz. Lemonade (fresh is best), Lime Wedge for garnish

The Green Fairy

It’s the perfect drink to help transition from winter to spring, and it’s full of tropical flavors, too. Mix ingredients in a shaker tin or cocktail blender with crushed ice until cold. Pour into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a lime wedge.

Ingredients:2 oz. Tequila,1 oz. Green Chartreuse (or other strong green liqueur),3/4 oz. Fresh Lime Juice (or 1/2 oz. Lime Juice, 1/2 oz.

The Celery Sting

This drink is a classic, and it’s easy to make for a spring or summer party.

Ingredients:1 1/2 oz. Southern Comfort, 1 oz. Vodka, Stir Rod

The Sous Chef

If you feel like taking the night off and having someone else shake up your cocktail for you, this is the recipe for you.

Ingredients:2 oz. Vodka,1/2 oz. Fresh Lime Juice (or a dash of Rose’s Lime Juice),3 oz. Orange Juice,3/4 oz. Sugar Syrup, a dash of Angostura Bitters, a few mints leaves for garnish

The Cider House Rules

In this cocktail, the apple is your main ingredient so it’s especially important that you use fresh ingredients. Combine ingredients in shaker tin or cocktail blender with ice and shake until cold. Pour into a chilled cocktail glass.

Ingredients:2 oz. Vodka,1 oz. Light Rum,3/4 oz. Apple Cider (or apple juice),1/4 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice, Dash of Grenadine, Apple Wedge for Garnish

The Cuban

This is the perfect cocktail to serve at a party as it’s an easy recipe that tastes great.

Ingredients:2 1/2 oz. Light Rum,1 1/2 oz. Sweet & Sour Mix, 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar

The Merlot

You can serve this drink with winetasting crackers for a classy presentation at your next party.

Ingredients:2 oz. Merlot,1/2 oz. Cointreau or a dash of Triple Sec,1 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice, a dash of Grenadine, Dash of Ground Cinnamon for Garnish

The Salty Dog

It’s the perfect drink to sip on the beach while you watch the sunset – just remember it’s still a drink.

Ingredients:2 oz. Light Rum,1 oz. Triple Sec,3/4 oz. Fresh Lime Juice, 3/8 oz. Pineapple Juice

The Fuzzy Navel

This is an easy drink to make and it tastes great – plus it works well with a touch of spice.

Ingredients:2 oz. Light Rum,1/2 oz. Fresh Lime Juice,1 oz. Orange Juice,1/2 oz. Pineapple Juice

The Pink Lady

This drink is more exciting than it sounds. When you’re ready to serve this favorite cocktail, add a splash of grenadine to the bottom of the glass and rim with a piece of maraschino cherry.

Ingredients:2 oz. Gin,1 oz. Triple Sec, 1/2 oz. Fresh Lime Juice, 3/8 oz. Pineapple Juice

There are lots of spring cocktail recipes out there, but these ten will keep you busy until summer. As always, remember to drink responsibly and use fresh ingredients when possible.

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