Looking for beautiful red cocktail recipes for a special occasion? Look no further! As the Love Food Feed team has picked the best red cocktail recipes from around the world, just for you. We have holiday Sangrias, Love Potion Cocktails that are perfect for Valentine’s, and even an easy to make, 2-ingredient festive cranberry mimosa recipe.
There is a red cocktail for every occasion. 15 delicious cocktails packed with gorgeous ingredients like sweet vermouth, sloe gin, and maple syrup. Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated cocktail to share with friends or need a warming cocktail recipe that will please a crowd, we have you covered. Without further ado, let’s kick-start this list of recipes with a beautiful love potion cocktail.
1. Red Love Potion Cocktail
A love potion cocktail with the most delicate of red berries, raspberries. This refined red cocktail is a mix of cranberry juice cocktail, raspberry vodka, sweetened lime juice, and grenadine. Perfect for all those late festive get-togethers free from the kids!
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2. The Ultimate Holiday Sangria
A refreshing Spanish cocktail that’s perfect for festive parties and cocktails in the sun. Sangria is a type of punch that is filled with flavors such as citrus, pomegranate, pear, cinnamon, and of course wine and sometimes even liquor. This is a warming festive cocktail perfect for all seasons.
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3. Devil’s Margarita
Devil’s Margarita is a sinfully delicious red cocktail. Made using only four ingredients, one of which is Blanco tequila. And everyone knows tequila makes you happy.
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4. Cosmopolitan Cocktail
This famous red Cosmopolitan cocktail recipe is one I hold dear. It’s the first delicious cocktail I ever tried on a night with friends, and it’s been a favorite ever since. Cosmopolitans are so much fun to make as you get to use your cocktail shaker! With a touch of added lemon juice, it’s a cocktail that’s dressed to impress.
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5. Strawberry Daiquiri Cocktail
Strawberry daiquiris are a must for the summer season. This cool refreshing cocktail will give you summer holiday vibes. It’s made with white rum and frozen red strawberries for an icy chill.
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6. Crock-pot Spiced Cherry Cider Recipe
If you have a Crockpot this spiced red cherry cider recipe tastes gorgeous. Crockpot cider is easy to prepare and only uses 3 ingredients. As crock pots are large this Christmas drink recipe serves 16, so it’s perfect for a party. Bursting with bright red festive colors and sweet winter flavor makes it a Christmas must.
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7. Red White and Blue Cocktail
Looking for the perfect cocktail for the 4th of July celebrations? Look no further, you’ve found it! This red, white vermouth, and blue summer cocktail by Advanced Mixology looks stunning but has to be carefully layered in a very special looking cocktail glass.
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8. Sour Cherry Gin Slings
These gorgeous bright red sour cherry Gin slings are easy to make with a super zesty taste. Made with Sparkling water and your favorite gin gives this cocktail a unique vibe.
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9. Cranberry Mimosa
Cranberry mimosa’s are super elegant red cocktails that are easy to make as they only require two-ingredients. The taste of the red tart cranberries pairs perfectly with the sparkling champagne and sugar coating around the rim of the glass.
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10. Pimm's Strawberry Mint Cocktail
You can’t let the summer pass without enjoying a Pimm’s cocktail. This combination of red strawberries and mint makes for the perfect Pimm’s summer cocktail.
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11. The New York Sour
This carefully layered wine-spiked whiskey cocktail looks incredible, and although made with ice, it will leave you with a warming feeling. Mixing the sunset colors will create a delish red cocktail.
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12. Pomegranate Red Martini
The absolutely delicious pomegranate Martini is a simple recipe that only needs 4 ingredients, one being the ever-popular vodka. A red cocktail recipe that’s perfect for a sophisticated brunch with the girls.
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13. Mulled Wine
Mulled wine is a traditional red hot drink served during the Christmas holidays. This homemade wine recipe only takes 30 minutes from start to finish. Mulled wine is the perfect drink to serve in the cold winter air while listening to a Christmas Carol service. It gives you such a warm cozy feeling and tastes so nice. A Christmas cocktail packed with orange peel, a cinnamon stick, and an optional garnish of lemon and/or lime makes this a truly fruity cocktail.
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14. Red Wine Sangria Cocktail
Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make red wine cocktail at your next gathering. This fruity, refreshing, and boozy red drink flavored with a lime wedge, navel orange slice, and sweetened with simple syrup is ready in just 10 minutes This red sangria has to be a hit with your guests!
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15. Cranberry Martini
This delicious Cranberry Martini (Crantini) is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Made with vodka, orange liqueur and cranberry juice, it’s smooth and refreshing. Garnish with sugared cranberries and an orange slice for an extra special touch. You can enjoy this Valentines Day-style cocktail year-round for a truly delightful experience.
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