Spring is officially here, which means it's time to start planning your Easter brunch menu! Whether you're hosting a family gathering or just looking for a festive way to celebrate the season, Easter cocktails are the perfect addition to your spread.
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You'll love these Easter cocktails for a crowd
Easter cocktails are all about celebrating the freshness of spring with light, vibrant flavors that pair perfectly with your brunch favorites. Think champagne cocktails topped with fresh berries, herbal drinks featuring rosemary or thyme, and fruity creations that highlight seasonal ingredients like strawberries, citrus, and even carrots!
The best part about these spring drinks is their versatility. You can easily make a big batch for your Easter gathering or shake up individual servings for a more intimate celebration. From sweet and floral to tart and refreshing, there's an Easter cocktail recipe here for everyone at your table.
The Best Easter Cocktails for a Crowd
This lychee lemon drop martini is such a refreshing twist on the traditional lemon drop! Plus, it's so easy to make a big pitcher of for your Easter brunch.
Who doesn't love a crisp refreshing pink drink for brunch? These Lillet Rose Spritz would be perfect on an Easter spritz bar!
I love this Aperol Negroni, it's a bit sweeter and lighter than a traditional Negroni, and would make the perfect addition to any Easter brunch. Not to mention, the orange color is so vibrant and perfect for the holiday.
This strawberry lemon drop uses strawberry simple syrup, and the simple syrup couldn't be easier to make! You can make a big batch of the simple syrup and your guests can add it to any drink they'd like!
If you're looking for an alternative to a classic Aperol spritz, look no further than a refreshing Lillet spritz cocktail. It's such a simple spritz to make and is an ideal summer drink.
If you love the classic Aperol spritz, try this fruity twist! This strawberry Aperol spritz is the perfect summer cocktail. Plus, this summer drink comes together with a few simple ingredients in no time.
I love this Aperol paloma cocktail. it's such a refreshing twist on the traditional paloma, especially if you love an Aperol spritz or a Paloma!
If you love Aperol spritzes, you have to try this refreshing Aperol martini! This vibrant cocktail is easy to make, crisp, and the perfect addition to any dinner party or happy hour.
Looking for the perfect refreshing summer drink? This Hugo Spritz recipe is about to become your new favorite cocktail, especially if you're looking for a spritz recipe without Aperol or Campari. It's a delicious balance of floral flavor, subtle sweetness, and that crisp flavor from the bubbly prosecco that comes together for such a delightful cocktail, perfect for hot summer days.
I love this tropical version of a mimosa, it's so fun! You can easily batch the juice to then let your guests assemble their own mimosas. That way, you don't have to play bartender the whole time.
This grapefruit mimosa is such an easy twist on the traditional mimosa. People will love this crisp, refreshing, and slightly tart mimosa!
Mango is always a great replacement when making mimosas at home! If your guests want a different mimosa variation, throw some mango juice in them!
Attention all bourbon lovers, if you are looking for sparkling wine cocktails, you will love this French 95 recipe. It's a simple twist on the French 75, a classic cocktail. It has that bourbon kick with a hint of sweetness topped with bubbles to make a delicious and easy cocktail recipe.
Prepping cocktails for Easter brunch
If you are hosting Easter brunch, here are some tips on prepping cocktails for your guests to make sure everyone has a good time.
- Syrups + Juices. Syrups, like the strawberry simple syrup I mentioned for the strawberry lemon drop, or juices, like grapefruit juice for grapefruit mimosas, can be prepped a day or two in advance. Just be sure you store them in an airtight container in the fridge. I love using these jars!
- Prep the Drinkware. Whether you are using disposable cups or glasses, be sure that you're either stocked up on plastic glasses or your drinkware is clean and ready to go.
- Get Your Bar Ready. You can easily set out glassware, (empty) tubs for ice or bowls for garnishes, or any drink ingredients that don't need to be refrigerated a day or two before, so then when it comes to hosting Easter brunch, you just need to put the finishing touches on the day of.
- Ice! Be sure to have plenty of ice! I'd always rather have more ice than not enough.
Easter cocktails essentials
If you want to set out some fun toothpicks for garnishes, that's such an easy way to add some festiveness to your cocktails! I love these bunny ones or these pastel ones.
Recipes to pair with these Easter cocktails
I absolutely LOVE Cadbury Eggs, and I love adding them to brownies for Easter. If you're having a smaller brunch, you can always put together a brunch charcuterie, too!
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