What makes a party? The food, the music, the people and the drinks! We found out which party drinks are the best for any occasion so that you can host the party everyone will be talking about. Whether you want something simple and fruity or a cocktail with lots of flavour and personality, we have a wide range of drinks for you right here.
1) Sangria Fresca
One thing every party needs is a crisp, fruity cocktail to freshen everyone up. Whether you’re serving this Sangria for a classy occasion or something more laid back, it’s bound to be a hit with everyone. Prepare this Sangria without the sparkling water in a large pitcher and refrigerate overnight or for over 4 hours. Once it’s ready to serve, pour in the sparkling water and add ice to keep it cool and refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 22cl Tito’s Handmade Vodka
- 12cl elderflower liqueur
- 75cl rosé wine
- 34cl sparkling water
- 1 lemon, cut into small slices
- 1 lime, cut into half slices
- 4 cups of freshly cut melon
2) Pimm’s Original Punch
Pimm’s is a British classic and it’s rare to go to a summer party and not find this delicious beverage. Pimm’s is a gin infused with herbal botanicals, bitter orange and spices. Its bittersweet flavour makes it the perfect summer drink and is best served with fresh fruit, mint and cucumber. Create this large pitcher to impress your guests and satisfy their sweet tooth.
Ingredients:
- 20cl PIMM’S No. 1
- 30cl lemonade
- 1 handful of mint
- 1 orange
- 2 handfuls of strawberries
3) Poteet Punch
Berries are always welcome at any party. They’re delicious, sweet and everyone loves them. So why not use as many as you can? This Poteet Punch uses strawberries in the cocktail and to garnish. The strawberry flavour blends together with the sourness of the lemon liqueur and the sweetness of the syrup to create a well crafted cocktail. Use ripe strawberries for a sweeter taste.
Ingredients:
- 22cl Tito’s Handmade Vodka
- 11cl lemon liqueur
- 8cl simple syrup
- 8cl fresh lime juice
- A handful of fresh strawberries
4) Piña Colada Punch
This recipe is full of quality ingredients that create a rich flavour. Though this cocktail is not blended like the original Piña Colada, its ingredients create a simple yet satisfying blend of tastes that your guests won’t be able to stop talking about. This recipe is much easier and allows you to create a large punch bowl without the hassle of mixing the ingredients many times in a small blender. Add cherries and pineapple wedges to garnish the cocktail, as well as ice to keep it cool.
Ingredients:
- 20cl light rum
- 30cl pineapple juice
- 10cl Malibu
- 20cl Coco Real Coconut Syrup
5) Tito-Ronja
For those that favour a sugar rush, this Tito-Ronja featuring Tito’s Handmade Vodka is a fantastic party punch. It brings an array of flavours that compliment each other together, mixing fruity, tart and sweet tones that join in a fizzy blend. This is best served with ice and grapefruit slices to garnish that your guests can help themselves to with a ladle. Be prepared to make more than one as you will find this punch disappearing pretty quickly!
Ingredients:
- 18cl Tito’s Handmade Vodka
- 34cl grapefruit soda or sparkling water
- 22cl fresh squeezed fruit juice made with ½ grapefruit, 1 lime, 1 lemon and 1 orange
- Splash of grenadine
6) Ginger Punch
Serve this punch at your party and your guests will definitely thank you for it. This homely cocktail will add to your inviting atmosphere and you will have a lot of people asking you for the recipe after their first sip. The black tea is the key ingredient here and will round off the other ingredients perfectly. Add the tea after you have stirred the other ingredients together with ice.
Ingredients:
- 10cl Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum
- 2.5cl fresh lemon juice
- 2.5cl homemade ginger syrup
- 30cl black tea
7) Dark N Stormy Punch
Dark N Stormy is the perfect cocktail for all occasions and you can get great results easily due to how few ingredients are needed. This spicy yet sweet drink suits many people’s taste buds and will be a favourite among cocktail novices and experts alike. It is a smooth, crisp drink that has a unique flavour due to the blend of the spicy ginger beer, the dark rum and the citrusy lime juice.
Ingredients:
- 10cl fresh lime juice
- 20cl Gosling’s Black Rum
- Fill with ginger beer
8) Sex on the Beach Punch
Popular for its sweet taste and momorable for its cheeky name, the Sex on the Beach cocktail has a tasty kick. perfect for a garden or outdoor party. Add cherry to garnish and why not buy a few mini umbrellas to really get in the summer mood?
Ingredients:
- 8cl vodka
- 8cl De Kuyper Peachtree
- 20cl cranberry juice
- 10cl orange juice
9) Long Beach Iced Tea Pitcher
The Long Beach Iced Tea is a variation on the Long Island Iced Tea. This tart drink is a go-to for many parties due to its strong mix of various alcohols. This drink brings energy to a crowd even after a long day at work so definitely serve it up at those late night parties! For the original, simply swap the cranberry juice for coca cola.
Ingredients:
- 10cl vodka
- 10cl light rum
- 10cl gin
- 10cl tequila
- 10cl Cointreau
- 10cl fresh lemon juice
- 5cl sugar syrup
- Top with cranberry juice
10) Bellini
For parties that are a little more relaxed and sophisticated, a lot of people really enjoy the Italian Bellini cocktail. When blended well, the prosecco is not overpowered by the peach liqueur which gives the Bellini its signature taste. Serve this during the afternoon for a simple and refreshing beverage that will makes your guests smile.
Ingredients:
- 1cl peach puree
- 1cl De Kuyper Peachtree
- Fill with Prosecco
