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Enjoy the warmer weather as you shake up some spring cocktails. These 21+ recipes are filled with spring flavors like fresh berries, herbs and flowers that help you utilize the bounty of the season.

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Your ultimate guide to spring cocktails

The daffodils are blooming, which means only one thing: Spring is finally here — let’s celebrate with a cocktail! We made it through winter, after all. (Although, these winter cocktails helped get us through.)

From fresh herbs and flowers from the garden to fresh produce from the farmers market, there are so many ways to enjoy the season. Spring is the perfect time to enjoy cocktails made with fresh ingredients.

Whether it’s floral cocktails like an elderflower gin cocktail, herbal ones like a basil julep or berry ones like a blackberry mojito

Quick tips for hosting

Want to take your spring entertaining to the next level? Try these tips!

  • Plant a cocktail herb garden with herbs like mint, basil and lavender so you have garnishes galore ready for the season! Even better if you have fresh strawberries, rhubarb and other seasonal fruits ready to go.
  • Set up an outdoor bar cart * to make entertaining on the patio/balcony/porch easy as pie. Stock up on spring spirits like gin, whiskey and rum.
  • Prepare easy drink stations like a mojito bar or mimosa bar for guests to help themselves (and so you don’t have to play bartender the whole time).
  • Incorporate seasonal party themes, like an Easter brunch or a wine tasting with Girl Scout cookies.
  • Decorate with fresh flowers from your garden or the farmers market to set the atmosphere. You can even freeze them into flower ice cubes for a gorgeous touch.
A glass of iced coffee with a sprig of lavender, sitting on a white marble surface, with coffee beans scattered around.

What to serve with spring cocktails

In springtime, there are so many delicious treats you can enjoy with all the season’s bounty. Try some of these recipes:

Breakfast and brunch: In the springtime, enjoy brunch cocktails like mimosas with sweet treats like raspberry donuts and blueberry muffins and savory dishes like shakshuka eggs benedict.

Appetizers: & snacks: Herb-focused appetizers like marinated cheese and Italian hummus are perfect for starting the party. You can never go wrong with crackers and an herby cheese!

And if you’re just looking for some light bites for your spring menu, there’s nothing like gooey brie bites with your favorite spring jam or crunchy cheese straws. A batch of Easter bark or creamy blueberry popsicles are great sweet treats too.

Main meal: Whip up a quick chicken tortilla soup or something more involved like a roast leg of lamb for Easter. Side dishes are where the bounty of spring really shines, IMO. Enjoy a sweet side like mint mozzarella melon salad with fresh herbs or a spring veggie like honey braised carrots or steamed asparagus.

Desserts: A sweet treat with a spring theme is always invited to the party. These bird’s nest cookies have a springtime vibe, and lavender cookies and lemon bars have lots of seasonal flavor. You can also never go wrong with carrot bundt cake this time of year!

The best spring cocktails

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Two tall glasses of iced tea garnished with fresh strawberries, rhubarb, and mint leaves, accompanied by a gold spoon and a cocktail shaker on a white surface.
Sparkling Strawberry Rhubarb Cocktail
The Sparkling Strawberry Rhubarb Cocktail makes for a refreshing sip. It’s the perfect balance of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb, with a bubbly finish that makes it extra refreshing. It’s basically springtime in a glass!
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A pink cocktail in a ridged glass, garnished with lime, mint, and a blackberry. The rim is sugared, with blackberries and mint scattered on a marble surface.
Blackberry Margarita
The Blackberry Margarita is a fruity twist on the classic tequila cocktail featuring spring berries. Its sweet-tart flavors are perfect for warm-weather sipping.
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elderflower rose gimlet in a gold-rimmed stemless cocktail glass with pink garden roses and limes on a white background
Elderflower Rose Gimlet
Light and refreshing, the Elderflower Rose Gimlet is a beautifully fragrant gin cocktail with delicate floral notes from elderflower and rose. It’s a perfect choice for a springtime dinner parties and brunches.
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a gin mule with a lime and rosemary garnish
Gin-Gin Mule
The Gin-Gin Mule combines gin, ginger beer and fresh herbs for a crisp, refreshing drink. Its zesty kick is delicious on spring evenings.
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A vibrant pink cocktail in an ornate glass, garnished with a lemon slice, mint sprig, and black cherry, sits next to a gold jigger on a white surface with a flower and lemon slices.
Azalea Cocktail
The Azalea Cocktail is a bright and citrusy drink with a balance of sweet and sour. It's the official cocktail of the springtime Masters Golf Tournament, but its vibrant pink hue makes it perfect for any spring celebration.
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Two glasses filled with a red sparkling drink, partially obstructed by a gold ombre base, next to fresh strawberries and a metal jigger.
Strawberry Mimosa
The Strawberry Mimosa brings a fresh, fruity twist to the classic brunch cocktail. With its bright flavor and bubbly finish, it’s a great addition to any spring gathering.
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A clear glass filled with a pink and dark red gradient cocktail, garnished with a lemon slice and blackberry on a skewer. There's a small bowl of blackberries next to the glass.
Bramble Cocktail
The Bramble Cocktail is a classic mix of gin, lemon and blackberry liqueur. Its bright, fruity flavors make it a great choice for a spring brunch or Easter lunch.
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Two glasses of iced Hugo Spritz with gold-colored utensils on a white surface.
Hugo Spritz Cocktail
The Hugo Spritz Cocktail is light, bubbly and infused with elderflower and fresh herbs. It's a springtime favorite all over the world, especially in Europe.
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Two Pimms Cup cocktails sit next to a bottle of Pimms No. 1 liqueur.
Pimm’s No. 1 Cup
The Pimm’s No. 1 Cup is a bubbly, herbaceous cocktail with a hint of citrus. Light and refreshing, it’s a great choice for warm-weather gatherings like garden parties or afternoon picnics.
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a raspberry mule in a glass and copper mug with a copper straw on a pink napkin
Raspberry Moscow Mule
The Raspberry Moscow Mule is a vibrant take on the classic mule, featuring Chambord raspberry liqueur. Its sweet, tart flavor is perfect for spring brunches.
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Mint sprigs and a lime wedge garnish a berry mojito. A bunch of mint and bowl of blueberries sit off to one side.
Blueberry Mojito
The Blueberry Mojito blends fresh blueberries, mint, lime, and rum for a crisp, fruity sip. It’s a great drink for patio parties, backyard barbecues or any warm spring afternoon.
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Elderflower French 75 Cocktail
The Elderflower French 75 cocktail gives a floral twist to the classic champagne drink. Made with gin, lemon and elderflower liqueur, it’s a lovely choice for bridal showers, Mother’s Day brunch or any spring celebration worthy of a toast.
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a mint julep with a heaping scoop of crushed ice
Classic Mint Julep
The Classic Mint Julep is a smooth bourbon cocktail with fresh mint and crushed ice. It's the official drink of the Kentucky Derby and always a springtime staple.
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A drink for the Preakness Stakes, the Black-Eyed Susan Cocktail is so named for the Maryland-shaped blanket of yellow flowers that is draped around the winner's neck. Vodka and elderflower liqueur join pineapple, orange and lime juices for a sunny drink worthy of race-watching. (via feastandwest.com)
Black-Eyed Susan Drink
The Black-Eyed Susan Cocktail is a bright, citrusy drink made for the Preakness Stakes. With its refreshing blend of fruit flavors, it’s a great choice for race day or a spring get-together.
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Two glasses of pink strawberry lemonade garnished with strawberries and lemon slices, set against a white background.
Kentucky Buck Cocktail
The Kentucky Buck Cocktail brings together bourbon, muddled strawberries, lemon juice and ginger beer for a bold yet refreshing sip. It’s a great drink for a Derby party or a spring brunch.
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A drink for the races, the Belmont Jewel is the #1 drink for toasting the Belmont Stakes. Bourbon, lemonade and pomegranate juice served over crushed ice make for a fruity punch that's delicious all summer long. (via feastandwest.com)
Belmont Jewel Cocktail
The Belmont Jewel Cocktail is a fruity bourbon drink with pomegranate juice and lemonade. It's refreshing enough for the races or any spring gathering.
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a sliced strawberry on a gold cocktail pick over a pink cocktail.
Strawberry Martini
The Strawberry Martini puts a fresh spin on a classic with homemade strawberry syrup, gin and triple sec. Its juicy flavor makes it a great choice for dinner parties, wedding showers or spring celebrations.
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Tall glass with ice, lime slices, and light amber liquid, on a green napkin. A lime, a copper spoon, and a bottle with a label partially visible are nearby.
Jameson Ginger Ale & Lime
The Jameson Ginger Ale & Lime cocktail is a simple yet refreshing mix of Irish whiskey, ginger ale and a squeeze of lime. Crisp and smooth, it’s a great choice for St. Patrick’s Day or casual happy hours.
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With Easter right around the corner, Peeps Vodka is the pastel, candy-colored liqueur you’ve been looking for. Hunt no longer for a colorful, cocktail ingredient that’s as fun to make as it is to mix with! (via feastandwest.com)
Peeps Vodka
Peeps Vodka is a fun and colorful marshmallow-infused liquor that’s as festive as it is tasty. It’s a great addition to Easter cocktails or enjoyed as vodka shots at any spring celebration.
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Two glasses of lemonade with mint leaves in them.
White Wine Sangria
White Wine Sangria is a crisp, citrusy drink packed with fresh fruit flavors. Light and refreshing, it’s a great choice for spring and summer.
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A gold jigger lies next to a pair of Nutty Irishman Drinks.
Nutty Irishman
The Nutty Irishman is a creamy, nutty cocktail made with Irish cream and hazelnut liqueur. Rich and smooth, it’s a great after-dinner drink for St. Patrick’s Day or a cozy night in during chilly spring weather.
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About Susannah

Susannah Brinkley Henry is the founder of Feast + West, a cocktail blog featuring creative, budget-friendly drinks and hosting ideas. A graphic designer with bartending school training, she shares cocktails, mocktails, appetizers and desserts for easy, stylish entertaining. Her work has been featured by Southern Living, Buzzfeed, The Huffington Post and Mashable, and she was a finalist in the Saveur Blog Awards. Susannah is also a publisher on MSN and has appeared on local news segments sharing seasonal drinks. She lives in Charlotte, N.C., where she brings Southern charm and global inspiration to every pour. Read more.

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