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Shake up your Easter brunch with these easy Easter cocktail recipes! From fruity mimosas to herb-packed gin drinks, these spring cocktails are fresh, festive, and perfect for gatherings throughout the season.
Spring has officially sprung, the tulips are starting to open, and my inbox is already full of brunch invites and “what are you bringing?” texts. Whether you’re hosting the Easter brunch of the century or just showing up for the deviled eggs (that’s my vibe!), there’s one thing that will always earn you a seat at the grown-up table: a tasty spring cocktail.
Between the pastel eggs and chocolate bunnies, it’s easy to forget that Easter is basically the ultimate brunch holiday. And what’s brunch without a little booze? So I’ve pulled together a fresh batch of Easter cocktail recipes that are almost too pretty to drink.
These are the kind of cocktails that will earn a seat at your brunch or happy hour table throughout the spring season. Fresh fruit, bubbles, and herbs flow freely throughout this cocktail list so there’s a little something for everyone.
easter cocktail recipes
Strawberry Mimosa
A strawberry mimosa is the simplest take on the traditional orange mimosa, with an added burst of fruity goodness! You can use fresh or frozen strawberries to make the simple strawberry orange mixture.
Blackberry Mojito
It’s officially spring so it’s time to bust out the berries in EVE-RY-THANG. Make your next happy hour even happier with a Blackberry Mojito!
Easy Lillet Spritz Recipe
An easy Lillet Spritz only requires a few ingredients, making it a bubbly and bright addition to your happy hour. Use either Lillet Blanc or Lillet Rosé for this recipe. We also included a fruit variation to customize the recipe however you want!
Strawberry Gin Smash Cocktail
A refreshing Strawberry Gin Smash cocktail is just the summery drink to celebrate with! It is a delightful blend of juicy strawberries, floral gin, and a splash of citrus to create a tantalizing and vibrant drink. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, this cocktail is a fruity twist on a classic favorite.
Bee’s Knees Cocktail
A simple yet luxurious cocktail combining gin, lemon juice and honey syrup, the Bee’s Knees is made for any occasion from summer parties to cozy evenings. This approachable, balanced drink converts even gin skeptics with its golden, sweet-tart magic.
Blueberry Margarita
A fresh blueberry margarita is not only refreshing and delicious, but incredibly easy to make! Made with fresh blueberries and tart lime juice, this is just the drink to enjoy on the patio in the sunshine. Plus they are easy to make in a big batch for a party!
Limoncello Spritz
A Limoncello Spritz is delicious, easy, and refreshing! With just three ingredients, you can craft this classic Italian cocktail for a sunny day spent on the patio. It’s a hit for any gathering and can easily be made to serve a crowd.
Strawberry Mint Vodka Gimlet
This Strawberry Mint Vodka Gimlet is a spin on a classic you definitely need to know! Fresh ingredients and vodka make this cocktail all the summer happy hour goals. You can even make it sugar-free by skipping the simple syrup if you choose!
Blueberry Mojito
Bright, flavorful, and oh-so-refreshing, this Blueberry Mojito is the ultimate cocktail for spring and summer gatherings. With its gorgeous purple-blue hue and sweet-tart flavor, this twist on the classic mojito is impossible to resist.
Lavender Lemonade Cocktail
Lavender Lemonade Cocktail is a refreshing and floral sipper that’s ideal to cool off with. Using homemade lavender simple syrup, this is the perfect party drink for all your upcoming spring and summer gatherings. Only 4 ingredients and you can even make it ahead of time!
Strawberry Champagne Cocktail
A Strawberry Champagne Cocktail is easy to whip up for your next brunch, or even as an opening cocktail before dinner. The 3 ingredient cocktail is elegant and bubbly, with a sweet and tart fruity taste! It’s an elevated strawberry mimosa everyone will love.
Raspberry Daiquiri
A raspberry daiquiri is a vibrant blend of fresh raspberries, zesty lime, and crisp rum. It’s a simple combination of fresh ingredients, making it ideal for any night of the week. With only four ingredients, you can whip this recipe up in no time.
Blackberry Gin Fizz
A summery blackberry gin fizz is here for the ultimate happy hour sipper. This twist on a classic gin fizz cocktail combines the juicy sweetness of blackberries with the botanical kick of gin, topped off with fizzy goodness. Get ready to sip, savor, and soak up the sun with this vibrant and irresistible drink.
Strawberry Basil Margarita
A Strawberry Basil Margarita is an herbaceous twist to a strawberry margarita, served on the rocks! The vibrant flavors make this cocktail sweet, tart, and totally refreshing. It’s ideal for sipping on the patio all summer long!
Raspberry Mimosa
A Raspberry Mimosa is a fun, festive take on a classic brunch drink. This cocktail highlights raspberry simple syrup, as well as a combination of orange juice and your favorite sparkling wine. Perfect for brunch, Mother’s Day or other holiday celebrations!
Easy Champagne Sangria
Easy Champagne Sangria is a bubbly and bright sipper to help you usher in the new season! The sweet and tart combination of raspberries, strawberries and mint when added to the champagne make for a fun and easy sangria that everyone will gather around this spring. Serve it up for brunch or a late afternoon happy hour!
Chocolate Bunny Cocktails
These Chocolate Bunny Cocktails are basically adult Easter magic. Each hollow bunny is filled with a luscious white chocolate martini — creamy, boozy, and 100% irresistible. Hosting kiddos too? Just swap in chocolate milk for a family-friendly version that still looks festive. I’ll show you exactly how to carve out the perfect straw hole (yes, really) so you can sip straight from the bunny. It’s equal parts delicious and ridiculous — in the best way.
Princess Violette Cocktail
Meet your new brunch bestie: the Princess Violette Cocktail. This sparkling stunner is made with crème de violette for a floral, lightly sweet flavor and the prettiest purple hue. It’s bubbly, elegant, and way easier to make than it looks — basically, the cocktail version of a tiara. Perfect for spring sips, bridal brunches, or anytime you’re feeling a little extra.
my cocktail must-haves for Easter
Now that you’ve picked your cocktail recipe, let’s make sure your bar cart isn’t about to betray you. You don’t need a full-on speakeasy setup to make these cocktails shine, but a few key tools and ingredients will make the process way smoother. Here’s what you’ll want on hand:
- A cocktail shaker – Don’t try to fake it with a mason jar if you can avoid it. It always ends up more of a mess than you planned on.
- Citrus juicer or reamer – Fresh juice is non-negotiable.
- Jigger or shot glass – Because “eyeballing it” only works until your third drink and suddenly it’s vodka soup.
- Ice, ice baby – Cubes for shaking, crushed for swizzling, and if you really want to show off, throw in a few clear ice spheres made with these ice sphere molds.
- Pretty glassware – You worked hard to make that drink recipe, so don’t dump your creation into a coffee mug. Coupe glasses, stemless wine glasses, or highballs will instantly level things up.
just one more thing…
These Easter cocktails are here to turn your brunch into an event. Pair them with your favorite spring bites (might I suggest a Breakfast Charcuterie Board or a slice of Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole?) and you’ve got a menu worth celebrating.
Cheers to cocktails that taste like spring in a glass 🥂
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