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These strawberry cocktails are fun ways to use this sweet berry for every occasion! From alcoholic drinks like the daiquiri, margarita, mimosa, find your new favorite fruity sip.
There’s nothing better than the pop of vibrant, fruity flavor from a ripe strawberry. When it’s the season, Alex and I want to make everything with this bright red ripe berry, cocktails included. Turns out, it works perfectly: its flavor is versatile and goes with just about any liquor: from rum to tequila, vodka, and champagne!
Types of strawberry alcoholic drinks
Here at A Couple Cooks, we’re cocktail experts with over 300 cocktail recipes in our library. We’ve reviewed all our recipes to round out our list of best strawberry cocktails and alcoholic drinks.
There are frozen strawberry drinks like the frosty strawberry daiquiri, and spins on classics like the zingy strawberry margarita and the strawberry mimosa. There are bubbly highball cocktails, and pitcher drinks like sangria and lemonade. Really, there’s something for everyone and every occasion! Let’s get to the recipes.
Our top strawberry cocktails
Turn your favorite drink into a strawberry cocktail: the strawberry margarita! This one is icy and fruity, perfectly complemented with tangy lime and the bite of tequila. The tequila pairs perfectly with this berry, and you'll fall in love with this drink's vibrant color and sweet tart flavor.
The most iconic strawberry cocktail of them all is the strawberry daiquiri! Our homemade spin on this popular rum cocktail has pure berry flavor and is just sweet enough. One taste, and you’ll be singing its praises!
Also try: Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri
What’s better than a mojito? A strawberry mojito! The classic is one of our top greatest cocktails of all time. Make it even tastier by adding fresh berries to the mix! The sweet tart flavor of ripe strawberries only improves this classic. Muddling some fresh berries right into your drink makes for a deliciously vibrant drink that’s an ideal summer cocktail.
When it comes to classic cocktails, usually the original is the best. But this strawberry mimosa cocktail might be even better! Blending fresh strawberries with the orange juice adds fruity berry notes to the flavor palate. It’s a stunning brunch cocktail that makes any occasion more festive.
Here’s refreshing drink that’s perfect for summer, or anytime you’ve got a load of fresh strawberries. Mix it up right in the glass, and enjoy the pairing of beautifully fresh flavors: a homemade strawberry syrup, citrusy lime juice, and a spray of brilliant bubbles.
Here’s a beautiful drink that screams summer: this Strawberry Basil G&T! It’s a spin on the gin and tonic that features the pairing of sweet berries and peppery fresh herbs. It’s bubbly, light, and just sweet enough: perfect for sipping by the pool or grill!
If you're looking for a strawberry cocktail for a party, try Strawberry Sangria! This pitcher cocktail is made Spanish style, full of nuance and character. The berries sing and the dry rosé notes peak through just enough. Serve it with a splash of sparkling water and a skewer of fruit.
Try this bubbly and fruity Vodka Spritzer! It’s just sweet enough with a subtle berry flavor: tangy, refreshing and sparkling all at once. It makes for the most satisfying party drink that you won’t want to end.
Frosé is a mashup between a frozen cocktail and that quintessential summer wine (aka Frozen Rosé)! It's just sweet enough, starring the beautiful character of the rosé wine. Blend it with strawberries for a beautiful color and light sweetness. This one's a fan favorite!
Try a pitcher of homemade strawberry lemonade! This drink is bright and beautiful, citrusy with a hit of berry on the finish. This bright pitcher is a favorite of ours as a summery drink. Spike it by the glass by adding vodka or gin to the mix!
More strawberry drinks (non-alcoholic)
Want more drinks with berries? The strawberry is by far the most popular fruit in smoothie recipes, and there are so many ways to use it in different beverages. Here are a few more strawberry drinks to try:
- Try our classic perfect strawberry smoothie (a fan favorite!).
- Make refreshing and delicious strawberry water.
- Mix up a strawberry soda.
- Go for other smoothie flavors like strawberry mango smoothie, strawberry blueberry smoothie, or chocolate strawberry smoothie.
A few more fruity cocktails
Love fruity drinks? Us too! Here are some more fruit-based cocktail collections to try:
- 10 Best Cranberry Cocktail Recipes
- 9 Juicy Peach Cocktails
- 10 Great Pineapple Juice Cocktails
- 20 Best Lemon Cocktails
- 10 Classic Lime Cocktails
- 10 Orange Juice Cocktails to Try
- 9 Popular Grapefruit Cocktails
Frequently asked questions
Strawberries pair beautifully with a variety of liquors! Lighter options like vodka, tequila, and white rum create refreshing drinks. Gin adds herbal notes. Sparkling wine or champagne add a festive touch.
Both can work! Fresh strawberries offer the best flavor, but frozen strawberries can be a convenient option and are used in drinks like the strawberry daiquiri and strawberry margarita.
Blend fresh or frozen strawberries with sparkling water, club soda, or even coconut water for a refreshing mocktail. Muddling strawberries with fresh herbs like mint or basil creates a unique and flavorful non-alcoholic drink. Or, try our virgin strawberry daiquiri!
Strawberry Margarita
This strawberry margarita is cool, icy, tangy, and so refreshing! This fruity spin on the classic cocktail is an easy alcoholic drink using frozen berries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 drinks 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Cocktail
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 3 ounces (6 tablespoons) tequila*
- 3 ounces (6 tablespoons) Cointreau
- 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) fresh lime juice
- 1 ½ cups frozen whole strawberries (fresh work too!)
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup, agave syrup, or maple syrup
- 1 cup ice
- Kosher salt or margarita salt, for serving
Instructions
- Cut a notch in a lime wedge, then run the lime around the rim of two glasses. Dip the edge of each rim into a plate of salt (or for a festive look, use margarita salt).
- Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend until fully combined: you can blend until it’s an icy texture, or keep blending for a minute or so until it’s more liquid. Taste and add additional sweetener if desired. Pour into the glasses and serve.
Notes
*Easily doubles for 4 drinks (or triples, based on the size of your blender).
Love the daiquiri using maple syrup. What a simple, delicious drink! Thank you!!