Get ready to shake (not stir) things up with these deliciously boozy cocktail recipes! As a tipsy housewife, you know that there’s nothing quite like kicking back with a glass of something refreshing and fruity. Whether you’re looking for a classic margarita or a fruity twist on a traditional drink, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll be sharing 18 mouthwatering recipes that are sure to become your new go-to drinks for any occasion.
From sweet treats like the Tipsy Housewife Margarita and Spiked Peach Lemonade, to fruity faves like the Boozy Berry Sangria and Rum-infused Pineapple Mojito, there’s something on this list for everyone. And don’t even get us started on the fun and creative drinks – like the Espresso Martini with a Kick or the Lavender Gin & Tonic Twist.
So grab your favorite glassware, put on your best cocktail apron (because let’s be real, a little mess is always involved), and get ready to toast to a night in with friends, a romantic evening for two, or just because it’s Friday!
Tipsy Housewife Margarita
A refreshing twist on the classic margarita, this recipe combines tequila, lime juice, and a hint of sweetness to create a deliciously tipsy treat.
Ingredients:
– 2 ounces tequila
– 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1/2 ounce triple sec
– 1/2 ounce agave syrup
– Salt for rimming glass (optional)
– Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
1. Rim a rocks glass with salt, if desired.
2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
3. Add tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup to the shaker.
4. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
5. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
6. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is ready in just a few minutes.
Enjoy your Tipsy Housewife Margarita!
Boozy Berry Sangria
Add a twist of sophistication to your gatherings with this refreshing and fruity Boozy Berry Sangria! This sweet and tangy drink is perfect for warm weather gatherings, potlucks, or even just a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
– 1 bottle of red wine (such as Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
– 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
– 1/4 cup brandy or rum (optional)
– Sliced citrus fruits (oranges, lemons, limes) for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine the red wine and mixed berries. Let it infuse for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
2. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
3. Add the orange liqueur and brandy/rum (if using). Stir well.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
5. Garnish with sliced citrus fruits and serve over ice.
Cooking Time: None, just chill and enjoy!
Spiked Peach Lemonade
Elevate your summer gatherings with this refreshing twist on classic lemonade, infused with the sweetness of peaches and a hint of whiskey.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh peaches, diced
– 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 cup bourbon or your preferred spirit
– Ice cubes
– Sliced peaches and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine diced peaches, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2. Stir until the peaches are fully coated with the liquid mixture.
3. Add the bourbon or preferred spirit and stir gently to combine.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Serve the Spiked Peach Lemonade over ice and garnish with sliced peaches and mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None needed! This recipe is a refreshing summer treat that’s ready to serve in just a few minutes.
Tipsy Tropical Punch
Get ready to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this refreshing and fruity punch!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups pineapple juice
– 1 cup orange juice
– 1 cup coconut milk
– 1/2 cup grenadine syrup
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/2 cup club soda
– Slices of fresh pineapple, orange, and cherry for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine pineapple juice, orange juice, coconut milk, grenadine syrup, and simple syrup.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
4. Just before serving, stir in club soda.
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the punch over the ice.
6. Garnish each glass with a slice of fresh pineapple, orange, and cherry.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is quick and easy to prepare.
Chocolate Martini Delight
A rich and decadent treat that combines the flavors of chocolate and coffee, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 tablespoon instant coffee powder
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or bittersweet)
– Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together heavy cream, cocoa powder, coffee powder, sugar, and salt until smooth.
2. Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
3. Fold the melted chocolate into the cream mixture until well combined.
4. Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set.
6. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.
Cooking Time: 2 hours (chilling time)
Bourbon Peach Smash
Experience the perfect blend of sweet and tangy with this Bourbon Peach Smash recipe. A refreshing twist on a classic summer cocktail.
Ingredients:
– 2 ripe peaches, diced
– 1 1/2 oz bourbon whiskey
– 1/2 oz peach puree
– 1/2 oz lemon juice
– 1/2 cup simple syrup
– Splash of sparkling water
– Ice
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine diced peaches, bourbon whiskey, peach puree, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
3. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
4. Top with a splash of sparkling water.
5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: None, as this is a cocktail recipe!
Rum-infused Pineapple Mojito
Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing twist on the classic mojito. This rum-infused pineapple mojito combines the sweetness of pineapple with the spiciness of mint, all tied together with a hint of rum.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz white rum
– 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/2 cup club soda
– 1/4 cup crushed ice
– Handful of mint leaves
– Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
1. Muddle the pineapple chunks with the simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
2. Add the white rum and fill the shaker with crushed ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Fill a highball glass with ice and strain the mixture into the glass.
5. Top with club soda and garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge.
Cooking Time: None, just mix and serve!
Espresso Martini with a Kick
Get ready to perk up your cocktail game with this bold and rich Espresso Martini, infused with a kick of citrusy vodka.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz espresso
– 1/2 oz vanilla-flavored vodka
– 1/2 oz Godiva white chocolate liqueur
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1 dash of citrus bitters
– Ice
– Orange twist, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add espresso, vodka, white chocolate liqueur, and heavy cream.
3. Squeeze in the orange juice and add a dash of citrus bitters.
4. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Garnish with an orange twist.
Cooking Time: None! Just shake and serve.
Spiked Watermelon Cooler
Spiked Watermelon Cooler Recipe
This refreshing summer drink combines the sweetness of watermelon with the tanginess of lime and the subtle kick of vodka, perfect for hot days by the pool or at a backyard barbecue.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups cubed seedless watermelon
– 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1/4 cup vodka (or to taste)
– 1 cup sparkling water
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, puree the watermelon until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
3. Add the lime juice and vodka to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. Just before serving, stir in the sparkling water. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Spiked Watermelon Cooler over the ice.
6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lime wedge.
Cooking Time: 15 minutes (not including chilling time)
Tipsy Coconut Colada
Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this creamy, dreamy colada infused with the subtle hint of coconut and a touch of rum.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups mixed pineapple juice and orange juice
– 1 cup coconut cream
– 1/2 cup light rum
– 1 tablespoon simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Splash of grenadine syrup (optional)
– Ice cubes
– Pineapple wedges and cherry halves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine pineapple juice, orange juice, and coconut cream. Stir until well combined.
2. Add light rum and simple syrup. Stir gently to combine.
3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
4. Just before serving, stir in a splash of grenadine syrup (if using).
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Tipsy Coconut Colada over the ice.
6. Garnish with pineapple wedges and cherry halves.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (preparation) + chilling time
Servings: 4-6
Blackberry Gin Fizz
Experience the perfect blend of sweet and tart with this refreshing Blackberry Gin Fizz cocktail.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 ounces gin
– 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1/2 cup blackberry puree
– 3/4 cup club soda
– Ice cubes
– Lime wheel, for garnish
– Fresh blackberries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add gin, lime juice, and blackberry puree to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice cubes.
5. Top with club soda.
6. Garnish with a lime wheel and fresh blackberries, if desired.
Cooking Time: None needed! This cocktail is ready in just a few minutes.
Boozy Apple Cider Mule
Warm up with this autumnal twist on the classic Moscow Mule, infused with apple cider and a hint of bourbon.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz bourbon whiskey
– 4 oz apple cider
– 1/2 oz lime juice
– 1/2 oz ginger beer
– Lime wheel and ice
– Apple slice or cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice.
2. Add the bourbon, apple cider, lime juice, and ginger beer.
3. Stir gently to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Squeeze in a sliver of lime and drop it in the drink.
5. Garnish with an apple slice or cinnamon stick, if desired.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (just mix and serve!)
Enjoy your Boozy Apple Cider Mule!
Cherry Vanilla Vodka Sour
A refreshing twist on the classic whiskey sour, this Cherry Vanilla Vodka Sour combines the sweetness of cherry and vanilla with a hint of tartness.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vanilla-flavored vodka
– 3/4 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/2 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/2 oz maraschino liqueur
– 1/4 oz cherry syrup (or 1/4 cup cherry juice)
– Dash of egg white
– Cherry garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vanilla-flavored vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and maraschino liqueur.
3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
5. Add cherry syrup (or cherry juice) and stir gently.
6. Dash egg white on top of the cocktail, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Spiked Raspberry Iced Tea
Elevate your summer gatherings with this refreshing twist on classic iced tea, infused with the sweetness of raspberries and a hint of citrus.
Ingredients:
– 1 quart brewed tea (black or green)
– 1 cup fresh raspberries
– 1/2 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 cup triple sec liqueur (or other citrus-flavored liqueur)
– Slices of lime, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine brewed tea and fresh raspberries. Let it steep in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
2. Strain the tea mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into another pitcher, discarding the solids.
3. Add simple syrup and stir until dissolved.
4. Stir in triple sec liqueur.
5. Chill the spiked tea in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Serve over ice with a lime slice garnish.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is ready when you are.
Tipsy Orange Creamsicle
Get ready to transport yourself to a sunny day with this refreshing and creamy cocktail!
Ingredients:
– 2 oz Vodka (you can use any citrus-flavored vodka for extra oomph)
– 1 oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1/2 oz Heavy cream
– 1/2 oz Simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Splash of grenadine syrup
– Ice
– Orange slice or wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, orange juice, heavy cream, and simple syrup to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
5. Add a splash of grenadine syrup and stir gently to create a pretty swirl pattern.
Cooking Time: None! This is a cocktail, not a cooked dish!
Lavender Gin & Tonic Twist
Elevate your gin game with this floral and refreshing twist on the classic G&T.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz lavender-infused gin (see note)
– 4 oz tonic water
– Squeeze of fresh lime juice (about 1/2 lime)
– Ice
– Fresh lavender buds for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Pour in the lavender-infused gin and top with tonic water.
3. Squeeze in the fresh lime juice.
4. Stir gently to combine.
5. Garnish with fresh lavender buds.
Note: To make lavender-infused gin, steep 1/4 cup dried lavender buds in 1 bottle of gin for at least 2 hours or overnight. Strain the mixture and discard the solids before using.
Cooking Time: None (this is a cocktail!)
Boozy Caramel Irish Coffee
Warm up with a rich and creamy Boozy Caramel Irish Coffee that combines the smoothness of coffee, the sweetness of caramel, and the kick of whiskey.
Ingredients:
– 1 shot of strong brewed coffee
– 1 tablespoon of caramel syrup
– 1/2 cup of heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup of Irish whiskey (such as Jameson)
– Ice
– Whipped cream and a sprinkle of sea salt for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Brew a shot of strong coffee and pour it into a warmed glass.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of caramel syrup and stir until dissolved.
3. In a small bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
4. Pour in the Irish whiskey and stir gently to combine.
5. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Pomegranate Champagne Sparkler
Experience the perfect blend of sweet and tangy with this refreshing cocktail.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz champagne
– 1 oz pomegranate juice
– 1/2 oz lime juice
– 1/2 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Splash of club soda
– Pomegranate seeds for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add pomegranate juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
3. Shake gently for about 10-15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
5. Top with champagne and stir gently.
6. Add a splash of club soda and garnish with pomegranate seeds.
Cooking Time: None! Just shake, pour, and enjoy!
Summary
Get ready to raise a glass with these 18 boozy cocktail recipes from Tipsy Housewife! From classic margaritas and martinis to fruity sangrias and punches, there’s something for every taste. Try the Spiked Peach Lemonade or the Rum-infused Pineapple Mojito for a twist on traditional cocktails. Or, indulge in the Chocolate Martini Delight or the Boozy Apple Cider Mule for a sweet treat. Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking to spice up your weekend, these recipes are sure to impress.
