Get Your Brunch-On With These 43 co*cktail Recipes (2024)

After all, brunch without booze is just...breakfast?

By Camille Lowder and Mackenzie Filson
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Is it even brunch if someone’s not drinking a bloody mary or mimosa? Without booze, it's really just breakfast. Make brunch a little more special with these delicious and easy-to-make co*cktails—whether you like wine, beer, sparkling wine, tequila, or vodka, we've got something for you! These classic daytime drinks are light, refreshing, and will pair well with any brunch spread. Check out our list of 43 brunch co*cktails for ideas on what to serve at yours.

We’ve got recipes for all the brunch classics as well as TONS of twists, too. Try our flamin’ hot bloody marys (yep, like the Cheetos!) or taco bloody marys, or our mimosa margaritas or cherry bomb mimosas. The spin-off options are truly endless.

Bored of the basics, and want something extra outstanding to go with your pancakes or waffles and scrambled, poached, or fried eggs? Try a vanilla peach bellini, a St. Germain spritz, or a michelada for a drink that’ll taste new and exciting and familiar.

Serving a crowd? We got you too. Try our wine co*cktail recipes (red sangria or cold brew sangria), or one of our punches, like our lemon-lime berry brunch punch or pineapple peach Prosecco punch. They’ll go great alongside our favorite brunch bakes, like our french toast casserole or our cheesy croissant casserole.

Need a pick-me-up with your co*cktail? Try our fluffy dalgona martini, espresso martini, or our vodka spiked Black Russian for a little caffeine with your booze. If you wanted to pair them with one of our coffee dessert recipes, we won’t judge. It’s brunch, after all—anything goes!

Want more brunch inspiration? Check out our favorite brunch breakfast recipes too.

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Screwdriver co*cktail

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If you asked people what is the first “co*cktail” they’ve ever had, they’d probably say it was a screwdriver. It’s a stalwart of college parties and boozy brunches for its simplicity and accessibility. Love two-ingredient co*cktails? Why not try out another fruity classic, like the Cape Codder. Or get a little fancy with a vodka tonic.

Get the Screwdriver co*cktail recipe.

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Dill Pickle Bloody Marys

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Get ready for a life-changing Bloody Mary hack: PICKLE JUICE ICE CUBES! 😵 Brunch will never be the same.

Get the Dill Pickle Bloody Marys recipe.

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Lemonade Mimosas

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Meet the ultimate spring and summer brunch drink—feel free to use either regular lemonade or pink strawberry lemonade to make these extra special.

Get the Lemonade Mimosas recipe.

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Tom Collins

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What’s not to love about a simple, classic co*cktail like the Tom Collins? It’s basically a spiked and sparkling lemonade, served in a Collins glass, obviously, which immediately inducts it into the summer co*cktail hall of fame.

Get the Tom Collins recipe.

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Espresso Martini

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This buzzy '90s throwback has surged in popularity the last few years, and we are all the happier (and more caffeinated) for it. We love it as a pre-game drink to keep us going all through the night.

Get the Espresso Martini recipe.

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Classic Bloody Mary

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A Bloody Mary always starts with a mix of tomato juice and vodka, but from there it can go anywhere. We love our classic with a bit of heat from hot sauce, horseradish, and black pepper. We also added pickle juice to ours, but feel free to skip!

Get the Classic Bloody Mary recipe.

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Classic Mimosa

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To bring that sweet and tangy flavor you can only find in fresh citrus, squeezing juice from fresh oranges is a must! To play off the sweet orange juice, we prefer a dry or semi-dry sparkling white wine. Since Champagne can be particularly pricey, a dry Prosecco or Cava will also do the trick.

Get the Classic Mimosa recipe.

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Honey Deuce

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Even if you don't play tennis, you're going to love this drink that's served at the US Open. Simply put, this co*cktail is as delicious as it is simple: the raspberry liqueur, tart lemonade (homemade is best!), and cute honeydew melon balls will surely be a brunch-time winner.

Get the Honey Deuce recipe.

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Red Sangria

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Our classic version of sangria is light and bubbly with an addition of seltzer water and the perfect ratio of wine to brandy. It's also perfect all year round: Skip the summer berries and swap in fall fruits like pears and apples to keep enjoying this summer classic whenever the craving strikes.

Get the Red Sangria recipe.

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Michelada

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If you've never had a michelada, you're in for a treat. The addition of hot sauce and lime juice add a spicy/sour kick that takes your average light beer from good to great. Thanks to our secret ingredient (soy sauce!) there's also a hint of umami flavor that keeps you coming back for more.

Get the Michelada recipe.

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Vanilla Peach Bellini

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If you can get your hands on some good, ripe peaches, taste your puree before adding honey. Orange zest helps coax some sweetness from out-of-season peaches, but the drink will still be delicious without it. For a ginger variation, swap the vanilla for a teaspoon of freshly grated ginger.

Get the Vanilla-Peach Bellinis recipe.

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St. Germain Spritz

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If you're a fan of refreshing, low-alcohol drinks like the ever-popular Aperol Spritz, you're going to love this sweet and floral co*cktail.

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Cold Brew Sangria

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Drink this coffee black—the fruit, Cointreau and simple syrup sweeten things up, so you won't even miss milk or cream.

Get the Cold Brew Sangria recipe.

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Prosecco Mint Julep

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This festive sparkling drink is perfect for a low-key Easter co*cktail hour. A sort of lightened-up mint julep, the addition of a dry sparkling wine provides a pleasant brightness and effervescence that plays well with the rich, caramelized tones of bourbon whiskey.

Get the Prosecco Mint Julep recipe.

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Painkiller co*cktail

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Created in the 1970s at the Soggy Dollar Bar in British Virgin Islands, the Painkiller lives up to its name, delivering plenty of booze in a frothy, nutmeg-dusted package. Looking for a way to use up the rest of that pineapple juice? Our dole whip mimosas are another favorite brunch staple.

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Cherry Bomb Mimosa

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Pineapple, maraschino cherry juice, and sparkling wine come together to make this tropical, grown-up take on a Shirley Temple.

Get the Cherry Bomb Mimosa recipe.

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Black Russian co*cktail

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You may have heard of the classic White Russian, a creamy coffee co*cktail that gained popularity in the 1990s, but its predecessor the Black Russian delivers on simplicity and strong coffee flavor. This two-ingredient, spirit-forward co*cktail combines vodka and coffee liqueur served over ice, making it a flavorful co*cktail for any extra-caffeinated brunchers.

Get the Black Russian co*cktail recipe.

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Brunch Punch

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Sure, mimosas are great. But when you're hosting brunch for a big group, brunch punch is where it's at. With a full bottle of bubbly and plenty of vodka, it's just the thing to get the party going.

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Mimosa Margaritas

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A classic bubbly mimosa + a sweet tart margarita—there might not be a more perfect brunch co*cktail.

Get the Mimosa Margarita recipe.

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Dalgona Martini

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Dalgona, or whipped coffee, is now the coolest thing to top all of your drinks with. Try it on top of this simple Baileys martini for an instant trendy pick me up.

Get the Dalgona Martini recipe.

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FAQs

What can you mix with 43 liqueur? ›

co*cktails
  • The Edge. Creamy nutty vanilla whiskey with a hint of cleansing spice.
  • Apple Grass. Bison grass vodka and apple juice are a classic and tasty combo. ...
  • Pinecone. ...
  • Pineapple Mojito. ...
  • Creme Egg co*cktail. ...
  • Vante co*cktail. ...
  • The Persuader. ...
  • Vanilla & Grapefruit Daiquiri.

What orange juice co*cktail is served at brunch maybe? ›

Made with just Champagne and orange juice, the Mimosa is light and refreshing while maintaining a boozy kick, hence why it's brunch's favorite co*cktail.

What co*cktails are served at wedding brunch? ›

Mimosas, bloody Marys, and screwdrivers are all often served in the morning. Other options are Bellinis and Cape Codders.

Do you need to refrigerate Licor 43? ›

We recommend serving Licor 43 Chocolate chilled (between approximately 0ºC and 5ºC); shake the bottle and pour over ice. To enjoy it chilled, you can keep the bottle in the fridge. If the bottle is room temperature, you can chill it by putting the bottle in the freezer for a couple of hours before serving it.

What is Licor 43 good for? ›

Licor 43 is a golden-hued Spanish liqueur made with a secret blend of 43 herbs and spices. The flavor is absolutely unique, with notes of vanilla, cinnamon and orange peel. It's incredible in coffee, and it makes a stellar mixed drink too.

What do Italians drink for brunch? ›

Bellini. The bellini is often considered to be Italy's answer to the classic mimosa co*cktail, and they do a very good job of it! Instead of orange juice and vodka, the bellini switches out both ingredients for peach juice and prosecco. It's also considered to be more of a brunch co*cktail than a breakfast one.

What alcohol goes in mimosas? ›

Start with a good, dry Champagne or other sparkling wine like prosecco or cava. And, like all drinks demanding juice, fresh is always best, so squeeze a couple oranges for the rich citrusy flavor and added benefit of vitamin C.

What do you serve at a mimosa brunch? ›

Perfect Mimosa Brunch Pairings
  • 1.1 Choosing the Right Champagne. ...
  • 1.2 The Freshness of Orange Juice. ...
  • 1.3 Adding a Twist: Creative Mimosa Variations. ...
  • 2.1 Classic Eggs Benedict. ...
  • 2.2 Fluffy Pancakes with Maple Syrup. ...
  • 2.3 Savory Quiche Lorraine. ...
  • 2.4 Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagels. ...
  • 2.5 Crispy Bacon and Avocado Toast.
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What is a common alcoholic breakfast aperitif? ›

Common choices for an apéritif are vermouth; champagne; pastis; gin; ouzo; fino; amontillado or other styles of dry sherry (but not usually cream or oloroso blended sherry, which is very sweet and rich).

What is a great morning drink? ›

Water and lemon

This will provide a healthy dose of immune-boosting vitamin C. If you crave a soothing hot drink first thing, simply go for the good old hot water and lemon. You can't go wrong. If this is a tad too bitter for your taste buds, try a small drop of honey to sweeten it.

What co*cktail is similar to a Mimosa? ›

The Buck's Fizz and Mimosa are very similar co*cktails, the Buck's Fizz is made with two-parts champagne to one-part orange juice, while the Mimosa is made with equal-parts champagne and orange juice.

What are good signature co*cktails? ›

Considerations for Choosing a Signature co*cktail
  • Citrus Prosecco Punch. Combining a bubbly Italian Prosecco with a fresh citrus sorbet makes for a light, refreshing signature co*cktail. ...
  • Rosé Lemonade. ...
  • Caribbean Mist. ...
  • Elderflower Martini. ...
  • Summer Shandy. ...
  • White Wine Sangria. ...
  • Spiked Apple Cider co*cktail.
Nov 15, 2022

What is the perfect bridal brunch menu? ›

If you've pitched in to make dishes for a big bridal brunch, try one of these large-batch recipes to make things simple.
  • Sheet Pan Pancakes. ...
  • Breakfast Egg Cups. ...
  • Berry Crepe Cake. ...
  • Peach and Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes. ...
  • Boozy Bears. ...
  • Bacon-and-Egg Hash Brown Cups. ...
  • Egg & Cheese Breakfast Ring. ...
  • Sheet Pan Omelets.
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What is the easiest co*cktail to serve at a wedding? ›

Gin and tonics are perfect for wedding reception drinks – they're popular, super quick to make, and so easy to jazz up! You could even set up a DIY gin and tonic station with different types of gin, tonic water and garnishes.

What is best to mix with liqueur? ›

Garnish with a lemon and orange juice twist and enjoy. Gin liqueurs are a perfect match with all kinds of bubbles. Pour, let's say, Kokoro Gin Blueberry and Lemongrass Liqueur into the glass, top it up with tonic, soda water, or champagne and garnish with citrus for a refreshing and zesty aperitif.

What should I mix liqueur with? ›

It pairs really well with a twist of lime, too. Add Cointreau to drinks that are normally a little bitter, like cranberry or grapefruit juices, to open up their sweeter notes. Orange liqueurs like Cointreau and triple sec go really well with tequila drinks like margaritas, as well as run drinks.

What alcohol can you mix with liqueur? ›

Drinks
  • 2 oz vodka. 1 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlua is a popular choice) ...
  • 1 ounce gin. 1 ounce Campari. ...
  • 1.5 oz bourbon. 1 oz sweet vermouth. ...
  • 4.5 oz sparkling wine (traditionally Prosecco) 1 oz white peach puree. ...
  • 0.75 oz scotch whisky. 0.75 oz Cherry Heering. ...
  • 1.5oz Reposado Tequila. ...
  • 1 oz triple sec. ...
  • 2 oz vodka.

What is best to mix with liquor? ›

Lemon-lime soda, though a little sweet, is a good beginner's introduction to whiskey drinks and works well in fruity punches. Grapefruit soda mixes perfectly with tequila and a pinch of salt. Orange juice works with gin, vodka and rum — freshly-squeezed adds another layer of texture and flavor.

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