7 Fresh & Unexpected Drinks to Welcome Warmer Days
As the seasons change and warm weather comes, spring cocktails should reflect the lively spirit of this time.
Whether you're toasting at a garden party, enjoying a solo sunset moment, or planning the perfect brunch, the right spring cocktail recipes can make any occasion feel special.
To keep things exciting, we are going beyond regular spring cocktails. We will introduce bold flavors, surprising pairings, and classic springtime drinks with a twist.
What Makes a Great Spring Cocktail?
A truly great spring cocktail should be:
- Refreshing & Balanced – Think fresh lemon juice, fresh lime juice, and light liqueurs like triple sec.
- Seasonally Inspired – Fresh berries, grapefruit juice, sparkling rosé, and floral notes bring out the best of the season.
- Light & Sippable – Spring is the perfect time of year for effervescent drinks like a French 75 or a spritz.
So let’s shake things up—literally! Here are seven unique spring cocktail ideas that you won’t find in just any roundup.
7 Spring Cocktail Drinks You Need to Try
Test out these springtime drink recipes to carry you through the season.
1. The Citrus Bloom Spritz
A floral, citrusy take on an Aperol Spritz that feels like golden hour in a glass, add it to your march cocktails lineup.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Aperol
- 3 oz sparkling rosé
- 1 oz tonic water
- ½ oz fresh grapefruit juice
- Orange slice & edible flowers (for garnish)
How to Make It:
- Fill a wine glass with ice.
- Pour Aperol, sparkling rosé, and fresh grapefruit juice over the ice.
- Top with tonic water and stir gently.
- Garnish with an orange slice and edible flowers.
Why It’s Different: Instead of standard Prosecco, sparkling rosé adds depth, while grapefruit juice brings a zesty edge.
Pair with: A spring charcuterie board with fresh berries & honeycomb.
2. Honeydew Basil Smash
Refreshing, herbaceous, and a must-try for lovers of gin & fresh ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz gin
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz honey syrup (honey + warm water)
- 4 chunks ripe honeydew melon
- 4 basil leaves
- Club soda
How to Make It:
- Muddle honeydew melon and basil leaves in a cocktail shaker.
- Add gin, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup. Shake with ice.
- Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with soda water and garnish with a basil leaf.
Why It’s Different: Honeydew melon adds a subtle sweetness, and basil keeps it ultra-refreshing.
Perfect for spring picnics and lazy Sunday afternoons.
3. The French Garden 75
Easy spring cocktails can be a twist on a classic cocktails. Try this take on a French 75 with a delicate floral touch.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz gin
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz elderflower liqueur
- ¼ oz triple sec
- 3 oz Champagne
- Edible flowers (for garnish)
How to Make It:
- Shake gin, fresh lime juice, elderflower liqueur, and triple sec in a shaker with ice.
- Strain into a coupe glass.
- Top with Champagne and garnish with edible flowers.
Why It’s Different: The addition of elderflower liqueur makes this perfect for spring, adding a light, floral finish.
Ideal for: A spring brunch or bridal shower.
4. The Spiced Pineapple Cooler
A tropical-meets-spicy cocktail that’s perfect for transitioning from spring to summer.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz tequila
- ¾ oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ¼ oz maraschino liqueur
- 2 dashes chili bitters
- Tajín rim
How to Make It:
- Rim a glass with Tajín.
- Shake tequila, pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, maraschino liqueur, and chili bitters in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
Why It’s Different: The maraschino liqueur adds a unique flavor. The chili bitters give it a touch of heat.
Best for: May cocktails—this one is a sneak peek of summer!
5. The Green Tea Mojito
A fresh spin on a mojito, infused with green tea for a subtle depth of flavor.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz green tea (cooled)
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz honey syrup
- 5 fresh mint leaves
- Club soda
How to Make It:
- Muddle mint leaves with honey syrup and fresh lime juice in a glass.
- Add white rum and green tea, then stir.
- Fill with ice and top with club soda.
Why It’s Different: The green tea infusion makes it light and layered—perfect for an early spring evening.
Best When Shared With Friends
If you ready to enjoy these fun spring drinks with friends, consider hosting an outside brunch or garden party.
We have a whole guide on hosting to impress!
If you decide to take it to the next level, use VoChill Wine Chillers to keep your cocktail glasses cold.
While the chiller was originally designed for wine glasses, we have found that it perfectly fits a stemmed cocktail glass. VoChill's spring colors are currently on sale for up to 25% off, so now is the time to make every sip better.
Final Sip: What Will You Try First?
Spring is the perfect time of year to experiment with new flavors and spring cocktail ideas.
Whether you’re drawn to classic cocktails like the French 75 or fun spring drinks like the Spiced Pineapple Cooler, these spring drink recipes are easy, unique, and packed with refreshing cocktail flavors.
Save this article and try one (or all!) of these springtime cocktail recipes!