13 Best Strawberry Cocktails for a Sweet Summertime
Combine two of the best things about summer in one frosty glass!
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If you list the best things about summer, at some point both fresh strawberries and cold cocktails will be mentioned. Of course, they aren't necessarily mentioned in the same sentence, but shouldn't they be? Think about it: Is there anything as quintessentially summer as a strawberry cocktail? After checking out this list, you'll surely agree... and then immediately want to shake up every single recipe and go sit on the porch.
The strawberry cocktails on this list include everything you want in a summer sipper from frozen drinks like daiquiris to countless sangria recipes and a mocktail idea or two that everyone can enjoy. And while most of these would be considered fruit-forward strawberry recipes, there are are a few where they play a berry important sidekick role. Frosé and bellinis make the list, for example. You don't normally think of strawberries when you make them, but you'll definitely miss out if you don't include them!
And just in case you're worried that summer will end and you'll miss out all the berry deliciousness when the weather turns cold, this is a friendly reminder that several of these strawberry cocktail recipes use frozen berries. So freeze strawberries while they're in season and thank yourself later when they're not. Because you'll always crave that sweet sip of summertime, no matter what time of year it is.
Strawberry Daiquiri
Grown-up slushie for the win! Plus, this classic only has four ingredients: strawberries, rum, lime juice, and sugar, so you can whip it up on a whim.
Get the Strawberry Daiquiri recipe.
Strawberry Lemonade
This family-friendly drink will quench everyone's thirst. Looking to booze it up a bit? Try a splash of tequila or vodka for the adults. It will be just as refreshing.
Get the Strawberry Lemonade recipe.
Frosé
You don't normally think of strawberries when you're living the "frosé, every day" life. But they add natural sweetness and color to this cocktail that you won't want to skip.
Get the Frosé recipe.
Strawberry Sangria
Fresh strawberries, sparkling wine, and orange vodka make this sangria very drinkable and quite refreshing. Sliced grapes add another layer of sweetness and color.
Get Ree's Strawberry Sangria recipe.
Strawberry Margaritas
Make a big ol' batch of these sweet and tart cocktails and watch them disappear at your next cookout. They have both fresh and freeze-dried strawberries for double the flavor.
Get Ree's Strawberry Margaritas recipe.
White Wine Spritzer
Spritzers are as refreshing as they come! This one gets an extra kick from fresh berries (including strawberries, of course!), slices of lemon, and a few sprigs of mint.
Get the White Wine Spritzer recipe.
Red Sangria
Strawberries are joined by apples, peaches, pineapple juice, brandy, and a whole bottle of chilled red wine for a classic you'll never want to stop sipping or serving.
Get the Red Sangria recipe.
White Sangria
Summer is the perfect excuse to go a little lighter with your sangria. Dry white wine and tart green apple are combined with sweeter processo, and of course, slices of strawberries for the perfect balance.
Get the White Sangria recipe.
Red Berry Frozen Sangria
Looking to use those frozen berries we were talking about? This is the recipe! Frozen strawberries and blueberries get blitzed with a bottle of wine and some brandy for the slushie of your dreams.
Get Ree's Red Berry Frozen Sangria recipe.
Peach Bellini
Sure, peaches are the star of the show in a classic bellini. However, adding some sliced strawberries not only adds color but a nice boost of flavor as well. Try it for your next brunch menu!
Get the Peach Bellini recipe.
Sparkling Strawberry Rosé Elderflower Cocktail
If you want to impress your guests, seek out some elderflower liqueur! Its floral flavor works so well paired with sweet strawberries and sparking rosé.
Get the Sparkling Strawberry Rosé Elderflower Cocktail recipe at Bourbon and Honey.
Strawberry-Basil Limoncello Martini
So much summer in one little glass! Bright limoncello, herby basil, and sweet strawberries come together for an impressive amount of flavor in each sip.
Get the Strawberry-Basil Limoncello Martini recipe at Burrata and Bubbles.
Strawberry Peach Lemonade Mojito
Another option that screams summer with every additional ingredient is this jar of sunshine. Strawberries, peaches, and mint all taste so amazing in lemonade to begin with, and then you add rum? Perfection!
Get the Strawberry Peach Lemonade Mojito recipe at Margarita's on the Rocks.
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