Easter Cocktail Recipes
Bright, Fresh & Festive Brunch Favorites! Easy Easter Cocktail Recipes for a Hoppy Celebration.
Easter brunch is a joyful meal to be shared with friends and family, but it can be made even more joyous with a signature cocktail. Champagne cocktails, spritzes and fruity drinks featuring juicy oranges and seasonal berries are all great choices, We have all kinds of delicious brunch cocktail recipes to choose from that will complement your favorite brunch dishes.
Orange Blossom
Bridge the gap between cold weather and warm weather with the Orange Blossom, a refreshing citrusy cocktail made with orange juice, gin and vermouth. A simple three ingredient pre-prohibition recipe that provides citrusy refreshment combined with a complex aromatic profile.
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Waterloo Sunset
A modern bubbly classic - this fruity, floral, and fizzy delight is the intersection of a French 75, a Kir Royale and an elderflower spritz. It is, seemingly, tailormade for Mother’s Day or any springtime sipping.
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Aperol Spritz
Looking to up your brunch game? Give a refreshing Aperol Spritz a try. You might not want to indulge in a "bottomless Aperol Spritz" marathon (it's tempting) but one or two of these sparklers with a plate of fruit makes for a lovely and fresh treat. Aperol's herbal bitterness is tamed by orange juice and bubbles, making for a complex and deceptively drinkable sipper.
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Charlie Chaplin
This cocktail is an old timey classic, but it required a side trip to the 1980s to land on this prohibition era gem. Try this fruity but refreshing silent film era classic. It will leave you speechless. A springtime apricot & lime-driven zinger.
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Sangria
Nothing says spring or summer like a big pitcher of sangria. The best part of mixing up sangria is that you can make it completely your own. Kiwi? Sure! Honey? Go for it! Brandy? The more the merrier. We like to mix ours with a splash of pineapple juice and Cognac. As for the wine, we like to use Underwood - in cans - because it adds a nice light, fruitiness to the mix, not to mention is super convenient.
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La Puerta del Cielo
El Cielo’s heavenly appeal is at the fore, supported by soft, lightly sweet vermouth blanc and the outstanding dryish but superlatively orangey Pierre Ferrand Curacao. No simple syrup or other sweetener was required, just a little lemon juice for balance.
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Humo Rosa
The Humo Rosa, or Smoke Rose, is an intricately mixed cocktail full of sweet and smokey flavors. Mezcal, ginger liqueur and grenadine flow perfectly together to create an uniquely flavorful spring cocktail.
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Apricot Pisco Sour
A fun and fruity twist on the classic Pisco Sour. The traditionally fresh foundation of pisco and citrus is amped by apricot liqueur, adding an additional layer of fruit flavor. A refreshing balance of sour, tart and sweetness.
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Tequila Sunrise
A vibrant brunch staple that's bright, colorful and layered. Popularized by The Rolling Stones in the early 70's, this easy-to-build classic combines tequila, orange juice and grenadine.
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The Mother's Day
A signature cocktail that is incredibly aromatic and nuanced - featuring Gin, Lillet Rosé, Triple Sec & grapefruit. Deftly balanced, subtle and beautiful, a well-deserved pairing for springtime.
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Zu Keeper
Have you tried Zubrowka? In English, we call it bison grass vodka, a rye vodka flavored with bison grass that gives the vodka its yellow tint. Bison grass carries subtle flavors including fresh herbs, vanilla, coconut and almond. In the Zu Keeper, the vodka's warm flavor mixes with the tart raspberry and lemon for a refreshing and complex cocktail.
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GoldenEye
Balanced pineapple sweetness and ginger beer make for a refreshing spice in this rum-based cocktail. Protip - let the pineapple soak in the rum before using as a garnish.
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Easter Eats!
Celebrate with perfectly paired Easter meal.
Roast Leg of Lamb Recipe
This easy, but magnificent, roast leg of lamb recipe is the perfect main course for your Easter feast. The straightforward preparation is also the perfect opportunity for a great wine or beer pairing. A stunning centerpiece for you table.
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Stuffed French Toast Casserole Recipe
This recipe is extra easy on the cook since it can all be assembled a day in advance. A bright, decadent delight for breakfast or brunch due to its sweet creamy filling and a seasonally inspired fruit compote.
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Shrimp & Asparagus Quiche Recipe
Quiche is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and always welcome at the brunch table. For this version we decided to combine shrimp, a stalwart of the brunch buffet, with the fresh spring flavors of asparagus and chives.
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Braised Lamb Crespelle Recipe
These Easter brunch buffet crespelle (crepes) combine savory braised lamb, tender wafer-thin pancake, tangy cheese and bright, refreshing gremolata. It is a perfect dish to straddle the seasons providing a comforting reminder of colder days past and portending the fresh, briskness of spring.
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