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25 Valentine's Day Cocktails to Sip With Your Sweetheart

Fall in love with bubbly, pink drinks.

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Antonis Achilleos

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Forget flowers and chocolate. This Valentine's Day, you know what you really want: a good cocktail. Whether you're looking for an elegant aperitif to pair with your home-cooked date night spread or a big batch cocktail like sangria to ensure your Galentine's Day glasses are never dry, there's a Valentine's Day cocktail for all on February 14. So, grab your shaker and prepare to craft libations that are sure to ignite some passion. Then, toast to love in its most delicious form!

This list of winter drinks, champagne cocktails, and more covers everything beyond a bottle of wine. Think: pomegranate cocktails, raspberry sorbet spritz, and a few fun variations on margaritas and martinis. And naturally, there are a lot of pink drinks on this list. Sip on a classic Cosmo, whip up some pretty palomas, or really surprise your pals with a bright pink prickly pear margarita.

While coffee lovers will go crazy for the espresso martini, anyone with a sweet tooth will adore the chocolate martini that doubles as a Valentine's Day dessert. And, speaking of dessert, pairing your Valentine's Day drinks with a sweet treat is always a good idea. Try adding scoops of raspberry sorbet to some sparkling wine to make a spritz or serve any of these with a plate of Valentine's Day cookies. They'll go together just like you and your sweetheart!

1

Chocolate Martini

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Will Dickey

The only thing better than a box of chocolates on Valentine's Day is a chocolatey cocktail that tastes just like dessert! This one has both chocolate syrup and chocolate liqueur.

Get the Chocolate Martini recipe.

SHOP MARTINI GLASSES

2

Cosmopolitan Cocktail

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Antonis Achilleos

If you want a classic party cocktail that's just perfect for the holiday, look no further than the cosmo! The irresistible combination of vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and lime never goes out of style.

Get the Cosmopolitan Cocktail recipe.

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3

Mistletoe Martini

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C.W. Newell

Christmas may be over, but the reason to smooch your sweetheart is better than ever come Valentine's Day. You'll both love the mixture of cranberry juice, elderflower liquor, and vodka.

Get the Mistletoe Martini recipe.

4

Espresso Martini

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Will Dickey

Espresso martinis are everywhere these days—so, your loved one will be impressed that you made your own. Plus, they'll help you stay up late and enjoy every moment.

Get the Espresso Martini recipe.

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5

Champagne Punch

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Danielle Daly

Got all the girls coming over? Make a batch of bubbly punch and get the party started! Cranberry-strawberry juice gives it sweetness, vodka gives it a kick, and sparkling wine gives it the fizz.

Get the Champagne Punch recipe.

SHOP PUNCH BOWLS

6

Sugar Cookie Martini

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Danielle Daly

Skip straight to dessert with these scrumptious sugar cookie martinis. This cocktail is infused with all the flavors of a sweet, buttery sugar cookie thanks to vanilla vodka, butterscotch schnapps, Bailey's Irish cream, and half-and-half.

Get the Sugar Cookie Martini recipe.

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7

Cranberry Margarita

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Danielle Daly

The power couple of cranberry and lime make a comeback in this festive margarita. The tartness of the cranberry juice and lime coalesces perfectly with the homemade honey simple syrup in this cocktail. Plus, its bright red hue is perfect for Valentine's Day!

Get the Cranberry Margarita recipe.

8

Raspberry Sorbet Spritz

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Will Dickey

This pink and red-toned spritz combines dessert and drinks in one. The rosy-hued drink, featuring tart raspberry sorbet and sparkling rosé, maintains its bold flavors while the sorbet serves as a refreshing ice substitute without dilution.

Get the Raspberry Sorbet Spritz recipe.

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9

Hurricane Cocktail

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Will Dickey

This sweet and vibrant cocktail made from rum and tropical fruit juices is one of the most popular drinks served during Mardi Gras in New Orleans, but it's also great for Valentine's Day. Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry for an extra fruity flair.

Get the Hurricane Cocktail recipe.

10

Winter Sangria

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Ralph Smith

Embrace the final month of winter with a heart-warming glass of winter sangria. The ruby red wine cocktail derives its fruity flavor from fresh cranberries, oranges, and apples.

Get Ree's Winter Sangria recipe.

SHOP PITCHERS

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11

French 75

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Hector Manuel Sanchez

Pop the bubbly for this festive Valentine's Day drink. It's light, lemony, and perfect for special occasions with the ones you love.

Get the French 75 recipe.

12

Pomegranate Martini

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Danielle Daly

The pomegranate juice in this drink adds a sweet contrast to the vermouth and orange liqueur. Plus, it gives the variation on a martini its ruby-red color, too!

Get the Pomegranate Martini recipe.

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13

Strawberry Margarita

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Ryan Liebe

Give your margarita a pink twist with this strawberry variation that's both fruity and refreshing. For even more sweetness, try using crushed freeze-dried strawberries on the rim of the glass.

Get Ree's Strawberry Margarita recipe.

14

Paloma

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Hector Manuel Sanchez

If you're a fan of tart grapefruit juice, this tequila-based drink is for you! It uses both grapefruit soda and fresh grapefruit juice.

Get the Paloma recipe.

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15

Prickly Pear Margaritas

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Con Poulos

Delicately sweet and slightly tangy, the prickly pear syrup imparts a pink-purple hue to the beverage, making it an ideal choice for pink-themed Valentine's Day gatherings.

Get Ree's Prickly Pear Margaritas recipe.

SHOP COCKTAIL SHAKERS

16

Cranberry Martini

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Will Dickey

The bright red color of this cranberry martini is perfect for Valentine's Day. It's also sweet and tart from the cranberry juice and plenty zingy thanks to the homemade ginger-infused simple syrup.

Get the Cranberry Martini recipe.

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17

Red Wine Sangria

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Will Dickey

Any red wine lover will appreciate this popular drink. You can switch up the fruit based on your preferences—try mixed berries or even cranberries for a wintry twist.

Get the Red Wine Sangria recipe.

18

Pomegranate Margarita

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Hector Manuel Sanchez

Here's a sweet idea: Pair this pink-ish drink with your favorite tacos for a fun twist on a romantic Valentine's Day dinner.

Get the Pomegranate Margarita recipe.

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Oklahoma Prairie Fire

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con poulos

Maybe it's the vibrant pink color or the sweet blood orange flavor, but this smoky drink just screams Valentine's Day!

Get Ree's Oklahoma Prairie Fire recipe.

20

Strawberry Daiquiri

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Caitlin Bensel

Refreshing, frozen strawberry daiquiris aren't just for summer! The bright pink hue and sweet strawberry flavor make it a perfect choice for any Valentine's Day celebration.

Get the Strawberry Daiquiri recipe.

SHOP BLENDERS

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