Celebrate Easter with a delightful selection of cocktails that are as festive as they are delicious. Whether you’re hosting brunch or enjoying a cozy evening, these 15 Easter cocktails will add a splash of color and flavor to your holiday!
1. Easter Bunny Mimosa
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz orange juice
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 4 oz champagne
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- Orange slice and cherry for garnish
- Pour orange and pineapple juice into a champagne flute.
- Top with champagne.
- Add grenadine to create a layered effect.
- Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.
History
The Mimosa is a classic brunch cocktail, but this Easter twist brings a tropical sweetness that complements springtime celebrations.
Tips
For a non-alcoholic version, use sparkling cider or club soda instead of champagne.
2. Chocolate Egg Martini
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 oz chocolate liqueur
- 1 oz Irish cream
- Chocolate syrup (for garnish)
- Chocolate Easter egg for garnish
- Drizzle chocolate syrup inside a martini glass.
- Shake vodka, chocolate liqueur, and Irish cream with ice.
- Strain into the glass and garnish with a chocolate Easter egg.
History
This cocktail was inspired by the beloved chocolate eggs that are a staple of Easter treats.
Tips
Chill your martini glass beforehand for an extra smooth experience.
3. Peep-tini
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz marshmallow vodka
- 1 oz vanilla liqueur
- 1 oz coconut milk
- Peeps marshmallow for garnish
- Shake vodka, vanilla liqueur, and coconut milk with ice.
- Strain into a martini glass.
- Garnish with a Peeps marshmallow.
History
Peeps marshmallows are an Easter favorite, so this cocktail was designed to highlight their fun, sweet flavor.
Tips
For a frozen version, blend the ingredients with ice for a creamy treat.
4. Carrot Cake Old Fashioned
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1/2 oz carrot juice
- 1/2 oz maple syrup
- 2 dashes of cinnamon bitters
- Carrot ribbon for garnish
- Stir all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a glass over a large ice cube.
- Garnish with a carrot ribbon.
History
This cocktail takes inspiration from the popular Easter dessert, carrot cake.
Tips
Use freshly juiced carrots for the best flavor.
5. Springtime Spritz
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 3 oz prosecco
- 1 oz soda water
- Fresh mint for garnish
- Combine all ingredients in a wine glass with ice.
- Stir gently and garnish with fresh mint.
History
Spritz cocktails are a European favorite, and this floral version brings in light, fresh flavors perfect for spring.
Tips
Add a splash of grapefruit juice for extra citrusy depth.
6. Lavender Lemon Fizz
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz lavender syrup
- 3 oz club soda
- Lemon wheel and lavender sprig for garnish
- Shake gin, lemon juice, and lavender syrup with ice.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda and garnish with a lemon wheel and lavender sprig.
History
This cocktail is inspired by the fresh floral flavors of spring, making it a perfect Easter refreshment.
Tips
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute gin with sparkling water.
7. Easter Sangria
Ingredients and Instructions
- 1 bottle white wine
- 1/2 cup peach schnapps
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pineapple
- 1 cup club soda
- Combine all ingredients except club soda in a pitcher.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Add club soda before serving.
History
Sangria is a classic Spanish drink, and this Easter-inspired version incorporates bright, fruity flavors.
Tips
For extra sweetness, add a bit of honey or simple syrup.
8. Coconut Cream Delight
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz coconut cream
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- Shredded coconut for garnish
- Shake all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with shredded coconut.
History
This tropical cocktail pays homage to the coconut flavors often found in Easter treats.
Tips
For a frozen version, blend the ingredients with ice.
9. Raspberry Rose Spritz
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz rosé wine
- 1 oz raspberry liqueur
- 2 oz sparkling water
- Fresh raspberries and mint for garnish
- Pour rosé and raspberry liqueur over ice.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and mint.
History
Rosé wine and raspberries create a romantic and refreshing cocktail, ideal for spring gatherings.
Tips
Add a splash of elderflower liqueur for a floral twist.
10. Bunny Hop Collins
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz carrot juice
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz honey syrup
- Soda water
- Carrot ribbon for garnish
- Shake vodka, carrot juice, lemon juice, and honey syrup with ice.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with soda water.
- Garnish with a carrot ribbon.
History
This cocktail is inspired by Easter bunnies and their favorite treat—carrots!
Tips
Use freshly pressed carrot juice for the best flavor.
11. Strawberry Basil Mule
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz strawberry syrup
- 3 oz ginger beer
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Muddle strawberry syrup and basil in a glass.
- Add vodka and lime juice.
- Fill with ice and top with ginger beer.
- Stir and garnish with fresh basil.
History
This twist on the Moscow Mule brings a fresh and fruity upgrade to the classic cocktail.
Tips
Swap vodka for bourbon if you prefer a Kentucky Mule variation.
12. Blueberry Lemon Drop
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz blueberry syrup
- Sugar rim for garnish
- Shake all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a sugar-rimmed glass.
History
The Lemon Drop cocktail dates back to the 1970s, but this blueberry twist adds a fun Easter touch.
Tips
Make your own blueberry syrup by simmering blueberries with sugar and water.
13. Peaches & Cream Fizz
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz peach schnapps
- 1 oz cream liqueur
- 3 oz club soda
- Fresh peach slices for garnish
- Shake peach schnapps and cream liqueur with ice.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda and garnish with peach slices.
History
The combination of peaches and cream is a nostalgic, dessert-like treat that works beautifully in cocktails.
Tips
For a lighter option, use coconut milk instead of cream liqueur.
14. Easter Garden Punch
Ingredients and Instructions
- 1 bottle white wine
- 1/2 cup elderflower liqueur
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup mixed berries
- 1/2 cup cucumber slices
- 1 cup club soda
- Mix all ingredients except club soda in a pitcher.
- Let it chill for at least 2 hours.
- Add club soda before serving.
History
This light and floral punch is perfect for a springtime Easter gathering.
Tips
Try adding fresh mint for extra freshness.
15. Honey Bunny Cocktail
Ingredients and Instructions
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz honey syrup
- 3/4 oz lemon juice
- 1 egg white
- Dash of bitters
- Shake all ingredients without ice to emulsify the egg white.
- Add ice and shake again.
- Strain into a glass and top with a dash of bitters.
History
The honey in this cocktail represents the sweetness of spring and renewal, making it an ideal Easter treat.
Tips
For a vegan version, use aquafaba instead of egg white.
These Easter cocktails will add a festive touch to your celebrations. Whether you prefer chocolatey, fruity, or refreshing drinks, there’s something for everyone on this list. Cheers to a fun and flavorful Easter!
