https://www.loveandlemons.com/category/unused/cocktail/ Healthy, whole food, vegan and vegetarian recipes Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:02:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.10 https://www.loveandlemons.com/4th-of-july-drinks/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/4th-of-july-drinks/#respond Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:57:55 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=94136
Say hello to our best 4th of July drinks! They include cocktails that range from fruity and fun (looking at you, strawberry margarita) to crisp and classic (like this negroni). You’ll also find several non-alcoholic options here. They’re colorful, refreshing, and just as festive as any of the alcoholic cocktails on this list. I think drinks are an underrated part of any July Fourth cookout, potluck, or picnic menu. A summery cocktail or a cold pitcher of lemonade will instantly make your celebration feel more festive, and it gives everyone something to sip while you put the finishing touches on […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/4th-of-july-drinks/feed/ 0 https://www.loveandlemons.com/white-sangria-recipe/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/white-sangria-recipe/#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 14:20:14 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93780
This summer, this white sangria recipe is the pitcher cocktail I can’t stop making. It’s crisp, bright, and refreshing, a delicious blend of white wine, orange liqueur, and fresh fruit. I sometimes add a little peach schnapps to make it even fruitier, but it’s also lovely with just a touch of simple syrup for sweetness. A handful of mint rounds out the fresh summer flavors. It’s the perfect drink for summer entertaining. This easy white sangria recipe makes a whole pitcher and is designed to make ahead. Peaches, berries, and citrus infuse the wine with fruity flavor as it chills overnight […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/white-sangria-recipe/feed/ 3 https://www.loveandlemons.com/limoncello-spritz/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/limoncello-spritz/#comments Thu, 21 May 2026 11:27:45 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93623
This limoncello spritz recipe is one of my favorite drinks to sip on a hot summer day. Bright, fizzy, and refreshing, this Italian cocktail is a simple combination of three ingredients—limoncello, prosecco, and club soda. I first tasted limoncello, an Italian lemon liqueur, on the island of Capri, just after Jack and I got engaged. The sweet, citrusy liqueur seemed to magically appear at our table after dinner every night. I (obviously) love lemon, so I thought it was the perfect way to end each meal, dining al fresco on a summer night in Italy. It wasn’t long before my love […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/limoncello-spritz/feed/ 2 https://www.loveandlemons.com/best-margarita-recipes/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/best-margarita-recipes/#comments Fri, 01 May 2026 13:24:17 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93133
Break out the tequila—let’s make margaritas! These margarita recipes range from the classic combination of tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave to fruity margaritas, frozen margaritas, jalapeño-infused drinks, and more. They’re all refreshing, delicious, and easy to make. With Cinco de Mayo coming up next week, almost everyone where I live in Austin, Texas will be sipping a margarita this weekend. Often confused with Mexican Independence Day (September 16), Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In Austin, it feels like a broader celebration of Mexican-American heritage, and margaritas are […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/best-margarita-recipes/feed/ 2 https://www.loveandlemons.com/paper-plane-cocktail/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/paper-plane-cocktail/#comments Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:45:05 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=89881
Have you ever tried a paper plane cocktail? Invented in 2008 by New York City bartender Sam Ross, it consists of equal parts of four ingredients: bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and fresh lemon juice. Bitter, sour, citrusy, and deliciously complex, this drink has become a modern classic, and I’m here for it. I’m embarrassed to admit that I didn’t actually get on the paper plane bandwagon until last year. Jack and I were snowed in at home for the week after Christmas, and for a fun, festive, and cozy activity, we made a new classic cocktail every night. This paper plane […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/paper-plane-cocktail/feed/ 3 https://www.loveandlemons.com/pomegranate-martini/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/pomegranate-martini/#comments Fri, 26 Dec 2025 15:48:51 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=89439
Let’s make a pomegranate martini! I love pomegranate anything, so this fruity cocktail is one of my favorites. It has a delicious sweet-tart, citrusy flavor, and the pomegranate juice makes it ruby red. It’s like the (way more) fun cousin of a classic martini, perfect for celebrations like New Year’s, Valentine’s Day, or girls nights in. My pomegranate martini recipe is easy to make with 4 ingredients. It starts with pomegranate juice and vodka. Then, I add orange liqueur and a splash of orange juice for a bright, citrusy kick. Garnished with a sprig of rosemary, it’s such a refreshing winter drink. […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/pomegranate-martini/feed/ 2 https://www.loveandlemons.com/amaretto-sour/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/amaretto-sour/#comments Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:34:00 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=89584
This amaretto sour recipe is frothy, nutty, and bright. Easy to make with just 5 ingredients, it’s such a festive cocktail for Christmas or New Year’s Eve. The amaretto’s almond notes remind me of marzipan (or the almond extract I use in many of my favorite Christmas cookies). It feels perfect for the season. When I was in college, I had a good friend who always ordered an amaretto sour when we went out. The first time I tried one was with her. I remember liking the nutty flavor but thinking it was too sweet for me. I recently learned […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/amaretto-sour/feed/ 3 https://www.loveandlemons.com/thanksgiving-cocktails/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/thanksgiving-cocktails/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:09:02 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=88144
I love adding a few Thanksgiving cocktails to my holiday menu each year. Sometimes, I stick with the classics, serving up warming mulled wine or dry martinis. Other years, I lean into the season, making signature Thanksgiving drinks that are packed with fall flavors—think cranberry margaritas or apple cider sangria. Either way, they put the perfect festive finishing touch on the meal. I’ve rounded up my best Thanksgiving cocktail recipes below. Check them out if you’re looking for drink ideas for your celebration. I hope you find some you (and your guests) love! Our Best Thanksgiving Cocktails Apple Cider Sangria This […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/thanksgiving-cocktails/feed/ 0 https://www.loveandlemons.com/cranberry-margarita/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/cranberry-margarita/#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:27:03 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=87959
Cranberry margarita, anyone?! This 4-ingredient cocktail is a holiday twist on my classic margarita recipe. I keep the tequila, orange liqueur, and lime, but I replace the simple syrup with cranberry juice. It’s sweet and tart, fruity and refreshing, and a gorgeous ruby red. Garnished with fresh cranberries and a rosemary sprig, it’s so darn fun and festive! I developed this recipe with Thanksgiving in mind—we’re celebrating in Austin this year, so serving margaritas just felt right. But honestly, I think this cranberry margarita would be perfect for the rest of the holiday season too. With its bold color and seasonal […]

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This classic martini recipe was one of the first cocktails Jack learned to make at home. It entered our rotation years ago, back when we had regular poker nights with a group of friends. I would always lose, but I still joined in every time for the company—and the drinks. Jack thinks (and he’s convinced me too) that a martini is a cocktail that’s actually best made at home. You only need 2 ingredients—gin and dry vermouth—and you have complete control over the ratios. We both like ours dry, which is how I’ve written the recipe below, but I’ve also included notes […]

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