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The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and it’s time to prepare for Easter. This holiday has a huge religious significance and is celebrated on a different date yearly. Easter is a bit earlier this year, giving us a great chance to welcome spring at the same time, too.
If you are part of the hospitality industry, you may be wondering why we are talking about this family holiday. It’s not your typical holiday celebrated out at bars and restaurants. However, if you are a business owner and you want to give people a great customer experience, you should add a few Easter cocktails to your beverage menu.
There are plenty of delicious spring cocktails you can make or recreate popular cocktail drinks and add special cocktail garnish to make them more Easter-y. We always recommend working with a mixologist if you want to create signature cocktails for your bar or restaurant based on your business concept or the season.
However, if you want to get inspiration for delicious Easter cocktails or ready-to-use recipes, this blog article is for you. We have curated a list of 10 great Easter cocktail drinks to make this spring.
Key Takeaway: Delicious Easter cocktails can help you boost your business’ profit and improve customer experience. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different recipes and play around with garnishes to keep customers interested.
10 Delicious Easter Cocktails for Spring
Building a drink menu filled with unique cocktails, as well as common cocktails is the recipe for success. You need a curated list of people’s favorites and new drinks for them. Some customers enjoy having the same drink every time they are at a bar or restaurant, while others prefer experimenting.
It’s important to keep in mind that the majority of restaurant and bar-goers today are Millennials and Gen Z. People from both generations highly value good presentation and customer satisfaction hugely depends on the diversity and uniqueness of the experience. With that being said, let’s jump into the Easter cocktails you need to try this spring!
1. Easter Mimosa
A huge adult beverage trend in the last few years is simplicity. People appreciate drinks with fewer ingredients that are fresh and pretty. That’s why an Easter Mimosa needs to make the cut, no matter if you have a brunch menu or not.
To make the Easter Mimosa you are going to need:
- Champagne
- Pink lemonade
- Triple sec
Follow these steps for the best results:
- Mix the sparkling wine with the pink lemonade and the triple sec.
- Stir gently to combine them without compromising the bubbliness of the champagne.
- Garnish the Easter Mimosa with a strawberry or an Easter cocktail stirrer.
2. Carrot Ginger Mimosa
Another Mimosa recipe you need to try if you are making Easter cocktails for your bar and restaurant is the Carrot Ginger Mimosa. Because Mimosas are so popular, you should not miss the opportunity to serve a variety of them.
If you want to make this version of the cocktail, you should get:
- Champagne
- Carrot juice
- Ginger liqueur
Make the Carrot Ginger Mimosa by following these steps:
- Mix all of the ingredients from the list above and stir gently.
- Pour the drink into a champagne flute and garnish with carrot fronds.
3. Spring Fling Spritz
One of the most refreshing Easter cocktails you can make this season is the Spring Fling Spritz. It’s made with prosecco wine, which is loved by many. It will surely be a favorite cocktail for the majority of your customers.
To make the Spring Fling Spitz, you need:
- Prosecco
- Elderflower liqueur
- Soda water
The steps to make this cocktail drink are:
- Mix the prosecco and elderflower liqueur in a glass filled with ice.
- Top the drink with soda water.
- Garnish the cocktail with fresh berries.
4. Bunny Hop Martini
What is Easter without the Easter Bunny? Make this bunny-inspired cocktail this Easter season and see how much your customers will enjoy it!
The ingredients you need are:
- Vanilla vodka
- Light corn syrup
- Pineapple juice
- Coconut cream
To make this delicious drink, you should:
- Shake all of the ingredients with ice.
- Strain the beverage into a martini glass.
- Rim the glass with coconut shreds (see: how to rim a glass) and add a stirrer with cotton candy.
5. Easter Egg Punch
When making Easter cocktails, you can’t skip the Easter Egg Punch. It’s delicious and fresh, perfect for this time of the year, too.
The ingredients needed for this punch are:
- Rum
- Pineapple juice
- Coconut cream
- Lime juice
- Grenadine
Follow these instructions to make the punch:
- Mix everything except the grenadine together.
- Add a small splash of grenadine to the pitcher.
- Serve in glasses filled with ice and garnish with maraschino cherries.
6. Spring Sangria
Sangria is one of the most popular wine cocktails in the world. There are so many variations you can make, so don’t skip the opportunity to make a spring version.
Here’s what you need to make this sangria flavor that's perfect for spring:
- White wine
- Peach schnapps
- Orange liqueur
- Lemon-lime soda
The steps to follow are:
- Mix everything in a pitcher.
- Add mixed fresh fruit.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
To learn more about how to make sangria, read our special article on the topic.
7. Easter Berry Smash
Can’t skip drinks with bourbon on your Easter cocktails list. That’s why we suggest you try the Easter Bunny Smash.
To mix this drink up, you need:
- Bourbon
- Lemon juice
- Simple syrup
- Fresh strawberries
Follow these steps for the best results:
- Muddle fresh strawberries in a glass.
- Add the liquid ingredients and stir.
- Garnish the glass with fresh mint leaves.
8. Chocolate Bunny Martini
If you want to serve a cocktail that is also a delicious treat, this is the one. The Chocolate Bunny Martini is sweet and delicious and will appeal to everyone who has a sweet tooth.
The ingredients you need are:
- Chocolate vodka
- Irish cream liqueur
- Crème de cacao
- Chocolate syrup
Make Chocolate Bunny Martini:
- Rim a martini glass with chocolate syrup.
- Shake the liquid ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a glass and garnish with a chocolate bunny.
9. Easter Sunrise
There should always be a nice tequila cocktail in your spring offers. One of the best Easter cocktails to make is the Easter Sunrise. It’s similar to the popular Tequila Sunrise that is loved by so many people all over the world.
The ingredients you are going to need are:
- Tequila
- Orange juice
- Grenadine
The instructions are as follows:
- Fill a glass with ice and add the tequila and orange juice.
- Slowly pour grenadine over the back of a bar spoon to create the sunrise effect.
- Garnish with either an orange wheel or an Easter bunny.
10. Spring Blossom Fizz
Can’t have a good Easter cocktails list without any offers with gin. Add diversity to your offers by making a Spring Blossom Fizz.
To make this delicious drink, you need the following ingredients:
- Gin
- Lemon juice
- Honey syrup
- Lavender bitters
- Club soda
- Edible flowers
The steps you need to take to make it are:
- Combine the liquid ingredients, except the club soda.
- Shake them with ice.
- Strain the beverage into a glass filled with ice and top off with the soda.
- Garnish the cocktail with the edible flowers.
Frequently Asked Questions about Easter Cocktails
Want to learn more about the best Easter cocktails to serve? Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions!
Which Are the Most Popular Easter Cocktail Ingredients?
Many ingredients can help you make great Easter cocktails. The most popular ones are:
- Fresh fruit
- Floral liqueurs
- Sparkling wine and champagne
- Bitters
- Colored syrups
- Fruit juices
- Chocolate and coffee liqueurs
- Popular spirits
However, you can experiment with other ingredients and create signature cocktails for your bar or restaurant.
In What Creative Ways Can I Garnish Easter Cocktails?
Creative garnishes for Easter cocktails include:
- Colorful fruit slices, such as oranges, lemons, and strawberries
- Edible flowers
- Herb sprigs like mint or rosemary
- Candy Easter eggs
- Marshmallow Peeps
- Decorative sugar rims
- Cotton candy
Can I Make Non-Alcoholic Versions of Easter Cocktails?
Yes! You can make Easter mocktails for the people who can’t have alcohol or want to avoid it. This is a great way to show customers that you care and want to accommodate everyone’s needs and preferences. Focus on mixing fruit juices with non-alcoholic liqueurs and you can create delicious Easter mocktails for any taste.