Cheers to Spring: Refreshing Cocktails & Mocktails to Sip in the Sun

Written By Amplicity Communications

The days are longer, the flowers are in bloom…and to really welcome the season, you deserve a refreshing drink in your hand. Whether your drink of choice is a vibrant seasonal cocktail or a crisp, alcohol-free mocktail, spring is the perfect time for bright, citrusy, and botanical flavors (served over ice). Here are some fresh and flavorful drinks that’ll help you sip in the sunshine this season—whether you make a batch for guests or just a glass for yourself. Cheers!

1. Citrus Blossom Spritz

This citrus-infused spritz combines the lightness of sparkling wine with the refreshing flavors of orange and elderflower. It’s perfect for enjoying a sunny afternoon or evening, celebrating the citrus and floral elements of the season.

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz prosecco or sparkling water (for a mocktail version)

  • 1 oz elderflower liqueur (or elderflower syrup for a mocktail)

  • 1 oz fresh orange juice

  • 1 oz club soda

  • Orange slice and edible flowers for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Fill a wine glass with ice.

  2. Add elderflower liqueur (or syrup) and fresh orange juice.

  3. Top with prosecco (or sparkling water) and club soda.

  4. Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice and edible flowers.

2. Strawberry Basil Smash

This vibrant cocktail (or mocktail) highlights the sweetness of ripe strawberries paired with the refreshing taste of basil and a splash of lemon. As the spring transitions into the summer, this fruity, but refined drink is the perfect way to welcome the sunshine.

Ingredients:

  • 4 fresh strawberries, hulled

  • 3-4 basil leaves

  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice

  • 1 oz simple syrup

  • 2 oz vodka (omit for a mocktail)

  • Club soda to top

  • Basil sprig for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a shaker, muddle strawberries, basil, and lemon juice.

  2. Add simple syrup and vodka (if using) and shake with ice.

  3. Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with club soda.

  4. Garnish with a basil sprig.

3. Honey Lavender Lemonade

For a soothing yet refreshing springtime drink, this floral lemonade is a must-try. The combination of honey, lavender, and lemon makes for a lightly sweet, aromatic beverage.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

  • 2 tbsp honey (or agave for a vegan option)

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 1/2 tsp dried culinary lavender

  • Sparkling water to top

  • Lemon slices and lavender sprigs for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Heat the honey, water, and lavender in a saucepan over low heat until the honey dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 5 minutes. Strain out the lavender.

  2. In a glass filled with ice, combine lemon juice and honey-lavender syrup.

  3. Top with sparkling water and stir.

  4. Garnish with a lemon slice and lavender sprig.

4. Cucumber Mint Gin Fizz

Light and herbaceous, this cocktail tastes as refreshing as a warm spring afternoon feels.  The crispness of cucumber and mint pairs beautifully with gin and tonic. 

Ingredients:

  • 4 cucumber slices

  • 4 fresh mint leaves

  • 1 oz fresh lime juice

  • 1 oz simple syrup

  • 2 oz gin (or omit for a mocktail)

  • Club soda to top

  • Mint sprig and cucumber ribbon for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Muddle cucumber, mint, and lime juice in a shaker.

  2. Add simple syrup and gin (if using), then shake with ice.

  3. Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with club soda.

  4. Garnish with a mint sprig and cucumber ribbon.

5. Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita

A tropical take on the classic margarita, this drink brings a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz tequila (or coconut water for a mocktail)

  • 1 oz fresh lime juice

  • 1 oz pineapple juice

  • 1/2 oz agave syrup

  • 2 jalapeño slices

  • Tajín or salt for rim

  • Pineapple wedge for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Rim a glass with lime juice and dip in Tajín or salt.

  2. In a shaker, muddle jalapeño slices with lime juice.

  3. Add tequila (or coconut water), pineapple juice, and agave syrup.

  4. Shake with ice and strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.

  5. Garnish with a pineapple wedge.

6. Peach Iced Tea Sangria

For a refreshing and fruity spring punch, this white sangria infused with peaches and iced tea is an instant crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

  • 1 bottle of white wine (or white grape juice for a mocktail)

  • 2 cups brewed peach iced tea, chilled

  • 1/2 cup peach schnapps (omit for a mocktail)

  • 1 peach, sliced

  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries

  • Club soda to top

Instructions:

  1. In a pitcher, combine wine (or grape juice), peach iced tea, and peach schnapps (if using).

  2. Add sliced peaches and raspberries.

  3. Chill for at least an hour.

  4. Serve over ice and top with club soda for a fizzy finish.

Sip into Spring

Spring is all about fresh, lively flavors, and these cocktails and mocktails perfectly capture the essence of the season. Whether you prefer something light and floral, citrusy and bright, or bold with a little kick, there’s a drink here to match every springtime mood. So grab your favorite glass, find a sunny spot, and toast to the season of renewal. Cheers to spring! 🌸🍹☀️

Amplicity Communications