Spring is just around the corner and that means flowers, sunshine, and finally getting outdoors after a long winter. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite spring cocktails to help celebrate the season – they’re perfect for happy hour on the patio, gatherings in the garden, and of course, brunch! Cheers to spring, y’all.
Spring Cocktail Essentials
The Recipes
1
Lavender Lady
Lavender simple syrup is paired with gin, Cointreau, lemon juice, & egg white for a bright, refreshing spring cocktail. Perfect for brunch!
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2
Empress Grapefruit Collins
This citrusy play on a classic Tom Collins recipe is refreshing and beautiful – perfect for spring happy hour or brunch!
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3
Spring Fling Cocktail
A refreshing spring cocktail made with gin, green chartreuse, lime, & cucumber juice- perfect for enjoying warmer weather & flowers blooming.
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4
Lavender French 75
Lavender brings a subtle floral note and added complexity to the classic French 75 cocktail that's perfect for Easter brunch in the spring.
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5
Spring + Tonic Cocktail
This Spring + Tonic Cocktail tastes fresh as a dewy garden in spring and features Empress 1908 Gin, cucumber juice, and basil-infused simple syrup.
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6
Bee’s Knees Cocktail
This classic cocktail is perfect for citrus season and is made with just a few simple ingredients: gin, honey simple syrup, and lemon juice.
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7
Yuzu Sake Mules
These Yuzu Sake Mules are the perfect ode to spring with their bright, crisp citrus and ginger flavors.
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8
Espresso Martini
A luxurious combo of booze and caffeine made primarily with vodka, espresso, and coffee liqueur – perfect for happy hour or brunch!
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9
Yuzu Royale
This spring cocktail is perfect for Mother's Day! Features Empress gin, yuzu juice, easy homemade ginger syrup, and just a kiss of mezcal.
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10
Cucumber Kumquat Cooler
This ultra refreshing cocktail uses a bright, citrusy simple syrup infused with cucumber and kumquat, then pairs with gin, mint, and sparkling water.
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