If you’re going to be celebrating Carnival this year, you need the best Mardi Gras cocktails! Check out this list of fabulous drinks ranging from classics to twists that will take you right to Bourbon Street!
Mardi Gras is one of the most fun times of the year.
Have you ever been to New Orleans for the parades, cocktails and celebrations?
It is one really big party!
Truthfully, I’ve never been, but it’s on my list. I’m not crazy about crowds, but I think it would be a once-in-a-lifetime kind of thing. Worth it!
I have been to New Orleans a few times, and seeing leftover shiny beads hanging from power lines and trees sure is a sight. Just a little extra pizzazz to remind you of Carnival all year long, I suppose!
In case you didn’t know, New Orleans is a HUGE city for cocktails.
It is a city rooted in history, and so many cocktails were born there, which makes its signature holiday so easy to celebrate from afar.
From drinks like the Sazerac, the Hurricane and the Daiquiri, there are tons of classics that are worth trying if you’re ever in the Big Easy.
The bartenders there are also incredibly creative, and you’ll find some of the most innovative drinks at their bars. It’s such a vibrant city and you won’t be disappointed if you’re a cocktail fiend like me!
The Best Mardi Gras Cocktails
I gathered up a bunch of the best Mardi Gras cocktails for you to plan your Carnival get-togethers, and there is something for everybody. With one of these, you can pretend you’re in the heart of Louisiana!
As far as flavors, if you’re a fruit or citrus drink, there’s plenty to abound. If you’re more of a dark spirits person, you will fit right in too.
If you’re here for the traditional drinks, I’ve got you covered with drinks like the Pimm’s Cup and the Vieux Carré.
And if you like whimsical cocktails (think doughnuts in your drinks, or cocktails that taste like cake), then you’ll love some of these too!
Above all, make sure you imbibe responsibly! Happy Mardi Gras! // susannah
Best Mardi Gras Cocktails
Celebrate Carnival with one of these Mardi Gras cocktails! From classics like the Hurricane and the Daiquiri to drinks with fun twists that include King Cake and Beignets, learn how to make them all!
This brightly-colored Blood Orange Daiquiri is so fun for Mardi Gras! Enjoy a sweet, ruby version of the classic daiquiri.
The Classic Hurricane cocktail of New Orleans is a favorite for Mardi Gras and summertime sipping.
Cool off this summer with frozen peach daiquiris, made with real peaches.
The gree-hued Grasshopper Drink is a classic after-dinner cocktail with mint chocolate flavor that's enjoyed at dinner parties and holiday meals.
Fish Bowl Drinks have a tropical vibe and are perfect for summer sipping. Complete with fish candies, you can serve them in individual portions or in a big fish bowl for sharing.
This raspberry daiquiri is juicy and delicious. It features simple and fresh ingredients that come together quickly to create a refreshing and elevated raspberry cocktail where the raspberry flavor truly stands out. It is the perfect cocktail for Valentine’s day, girls’ nights, and fun brunches!
Based on the iconic Mardi Gras dessert, the King Cake, this martini will be a new favorite. It's made with cinnamon-infused vodka and has a festive tri-color sugar rim.
A boozy milkshake topped with A DOUGHNUT?! Yep, this coffee cocktail is topped with oodles of whipped cream and a beignet, and will take you right back to Café du Monde.
The delightfully bubbly Pimm's Cup is the perfect refreshing drink for summer. Make the garnishes as fancy as you like!
All the Bourbon Street frozen daiquiris stem from this classic recipe. Make it and step back in time.
The sidecar is a brandy cocktail that is thought to originate in New Orleans. Try this sweet, tangerine version!
Fizzy and frothy, a Ramos Gin Fizz is light and citrusy and sure to make you feel you're in a Big Easy cocktail bar.
Celebrate Mardi Gras with a Vieux Carré cocktail, a classic cocktail with New Orleans roots.
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