Afternoon & Evening Cocktail Recipes – Highballs, Sours, Collins, Mojitos & Party Pitchers
Sessionable highballs to evening sours and party pitchers; easy ratios, garnishes, mocktail options included too.Instructions: Tap the Map & Cook Along 👇
Afternoon Drinks: Light, Refreshing Sips for Golden Hour 🍹☀️
Ease into the afternoon with low-ABV cocktails, crisp spritzes, and refreshing mocktails that keep the vibe bright and breezy. Think bubbly aperitif drinks, citrus-forward highballs, iced coffee and cold-brew tonics, or herb-kissed iced teas—perfect for garden breaks, picnics, and weekend get-togethers.
Flavor first: balance sweet, sour, and bitter (start 1:1:1 and adjust), build over plenty of ice, and finish with a zesty garnish (orange peel, mint, basil, or cucumber). Prefer alcohol-free? Swap in zero-proof spirits or go classic with a sparkling lemonade—same refreshment, no buzz. Pair your daytime sips with easy bites from Vesper, fresh plates from Salads, or round things off with something sweet from Desserts. Explore more drink ideas on Cocktails.
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Cubra LibreCubra Libre
Blend rum, cola, and lime for a refreshing and timeless Cuba Libre drink.
CaipirinhaCaipirinha
Mix lime, sugar, and cachaça for a classic and refreshing Caipirinha cocktail.
Tom CollinsTom Collins
Mix gin, lemon juice, and soda water for the refreshing Tom Collins cocktail.
Moscow MuleMoscow Mule
Mix vodka, ginger beer, and lime in this classic Moscow Mule cocktail.
Pina ColadaPina Colada
Blend creamy coconut and pineapple for the ultimate tropical Pina Colada.
Classic MargaritaClassic Margarita
Enjoy the perfect blend of lime, tequila, and a salted rim with our Classic Margarita recipe.
Gin Basil SmashGin Basil Smash
Enjoy the herbal freshness of gin paired with basil in this vibrant cocktail.
Sex on the BeachSex on the Beach
Enjoy a tropical mix of cranberry, orange, and peach schnapps in this classic cocktail.
Pisco SourPisco Sour
Mix the vibrant flavors of pisco, lime, and egg white in this classic cocktail.
Maracuja SourMaracuja Sour
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Whiskey SourWhiskey Sour
Mix whiskey, lemon juice, and sugar for a smooth and refreshing cocktail.
Amaretto SourAmaretto Sour
Savor the ultimate combination of sweet amaretto and citrus sourness in this iconic drink.
Classic MartiniClassic Martini
Mix the ultimate Classic Martini, a refined choice for elegant occasions.
Dirty MartiniDirty Martini
Discover the elegance of a Dirty Martini, featuring gin or vodka with a touch of olive brine.