Afternoon & Evening Cocktails: Highballs, Sours, Collins & Pitchers
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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.
In Afternoon Cocktails mood? How about…
Cubra Libre
Blend rum, cola, and lime for a refreshing and timeless Cuba Libre drink.
Caipirinha
Mix lime, sugar, and cachaça for a classic and refreshing Caipirinha cocktail.
Mojito
Explore the perfect Mojito recipes at yummy.world! From traditional mint and lime to creative twists, discover fresh and flavorful cocktails for any occasion.
Gin Fizz
Shake up a timeless gin fizz with its refreshing blend of gin, lemon, and soda water.
Tom Collins
Mix gin, lemon juice, and soda water for the refreshing Tom Collins cocktail.
Moscow Mule
Mix vodka, ginger beer, and lime in this classic Moscow Mule cocktail.
Pina Colada
Blend creamy coconut and pineapple for the ultimate tropical Pina Colada.
Daiquiri
Discover the classic Daiquiri cocktail, a refreshing blend of rum and lime.
Classic Margarita
Enjoy the perfect blend of lime, tequila, and a salted rim with our Classic Margarita recipe.
Gin Basil Smash
Enjoy the herbal freshness of gin paired with basil in this vibrant cocktail.
Mai Tai
Enjoy the exotic flavors of rum and fruit juices in a classic Mai Tai cocktail.
Sex on the Beach
Enjoy a tropical mix of cranberry, orange, and peach schnapps in this classic cocktail.
Cosmopolitan
Mix vodka, triple sec, cranberry, and lime for a stylish Cosmopolitan cocktail.
Old Fashioned
Enjoy the simplicity of whiskey, bitters, and sugar in an Old Fashioned.
Negroni
Relish the perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness in the iconic Negroni.
Manhattan
Sip on the smooth blend of whiskey and vermouth in a timeless Manhattan.
Pisco Sour
Mix the vibrant flavors of pisco, lime, and egg white in this classic cocktail.
Maracuja Sour
Discover Maracuja Sour on yummy.world! Fruity passion fruit sour—bright, tangy, and easy to shake.
Whiskey Sour
Mix whiskey, lemon juice, and sugar for a smooth and refreshing cocktail.
Amaretto Sour
Savor the ultimate combination of sweet amaretto and citrus sourness in this iconic drink.
Gin Sour
Blend gin with lemon and sugar for the tangy delight of a classic gin sour cocktail.
Classic Martini
Mix the ultimate Classic Martini, a refined choice for elegant occasions.
Dirty Martini
Discover the elegance of a Dirty Martini, featuring gin or vodka with a touch of olive brine.