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Sazerac

Indulge in a classic sazerac cocktail, with whiskey, absinthe, bitters and an orange garnish. Try on the rocks if you'd prefer

Author: Miriam Nice

Non alcoholic mulled wine

Make mulled wine minus the booze with this fruity, alcohol-free recipe. Combining pomegranate juice, blackberries and spices, it's just as warming as the real deal

Author: Miriam Nice

Virgin piña colada

For an alcohol-free party option, try our spiced piña colada mocktail (or virgin piña colada), with mock rum syrup, pineapple juice and coconut milk

Author: Miriam Nice

Strawberry mojito

Mix up a refreshing strawberry mojito to sip in the summer sun. This easy, fruity cocktail is perfect for barbecue season or a relaxed party with friends

Author: Miriam Nice

Sex on the beach cocktail

Combine vodka with peach schnapps and cranberry juice to make a classic sex on the beach cocktail. Garnish with cocktail cherries and orange slices

Author: Miriam Nice

Caipiroska

This twist on a Brazilian caipirinha is a perfect party cocktail. Muddle chunks of lime and granulated sugar together and top with vodka and crushed ice

Author: Miriam Nice

Vesper martini

While most martinis are stirred, here we shake it up to open up the flavours. We've used a Bordeaux-blend vermouth, with aromas of fruit, honey and pines

Author: Dustin Macmillan

Rhubarb gin

Use seasonal rhubarb to make this G&T-with-a-difference, or top the finished gin with soda water for a refreshing and gloriously pink summertime drink

Author: Diana Henry

Blueberry mojito

Sip our refreshing blueberry mojito when the sun starts to shine. This easy cocktail can be mixed up in minutes with a handful of ingredients

Author: Miriam Nice

Zombie cocktail

Blend white and dark rum with lime juice, pineapple juice and a splash of grenadine to make this ghoulish Halloween cocktail. Garnish with cherries and mint

Author: Miriam Nice

Limoncello spritz

Mix up this easy limoncello spritz from Lina Stores in minutes. Add extra flavour by infusing your limoncello with thyme sprigs for the perfect summer drink

Author: Lina Stores

Lychee martini

Take the martini to the next level by combining it with the wonderful flavour of lychee. Serve in a martini glass and garnish with rose petals for the wow factor

Author: Miriam Nice

Manhattan

Combine dry and sweet vermouth to make the perfect Manhattan cocktail. Add bourbon, Angostura bitters and morello cherry to complete the classic flavour combination

Author: Dustin Macmillan

Pink lady cocktail

Serve this fun 'pink lady' gin cocktail to someone special, it's perfect for Valentine's Day. Make your own grenadine-style syrup for the wow factor

Author: Miriam Nice

Grapefruit spritz

Spritz up your Christmas party cocktail menu with a zesty grapefruit drink, topped off with a dash of Aperol and a splash of Prosecco. Garnish with a twist

Author: Good Food team

Mango bellini

Blend fresh fruit with champagne to make this fabulous mango bellini. It's great as a summer cocktail or a dinner party aperitif, or alongside a weekend brunch

Author: Miriam Nice

Toffee vodka

Impress party guests with homemade toffee vodka cocktails. They're easy to make and are a great birthday or Christmas gift for cocktail lovers

Author: Miriam Nice

Americano

Try the Americano for a satisfying long cocktail, with Campari and sweet vermouth mixed with soda water and an orange wedge as garnish

Author: Dustin Macmillan

Coconut & pineapple cooler

Enjoy this crowd-pleasing tropical cocktail with coconut rum, gin and pineapple juice. It will sit happily in an ice bucket for several hours, ideal for summer barbecues

Author: Miriam Nice

Easy elderflower liqueur

Go foraging for a homemade elderflower liqueur - choose creamy looking blossoms well away from pollution. Best drunk fresh, make this your summer tipple of choice

Author: Good Food team

Raspberry fizz

Serve this fruity cocktail at a garden party or wedding reception. With crushed fresh raspberries, raspberry liqueur and champagne, it's a real taste of summer

Author: Miriam Nice

Tropical coconut rum punch

Keep your party guests content with this creamy, fruity drink with Malibu, coconut milk, pineapple and mango juice

Author: Sarah Cook

Candy corn old fashioned

Blend a traditional old fashioned with a homemade gomme made using candy corn (a Halloween favourite in the US) to make this spooky cocktail

Author: Guy Mazuch

Vampiro cocktail

Blend tequila and mescal with passata, lime and lemon juice, grenadine, Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco to make this vibrant red, Halloween-inspired cocktail

Author: Guy Mazuch

Gin free G&T

Cater for the designated drivers at your party with this divine alcohol-free G&T mocktail. Chamomile, cardamom, mint, cloves and rosemary create the botanical flavour

Author: Miriam Nice

Damson vodka

Make the most of autumnal fruit with our simple homemade damson vodka recipe. This autumnal drink is delicious neat or served in seasonal cocktails

Author: Lulu Grimes

Verbena spritz

A stunning summer cocktail, create this dazzling verbena spritz ideally when lemon verbena is in season, or buy the dried leaves from a tea specialist

Author: Rich Woods

White rabbit cocktail

Enjoy a springtime twist on a brandy alexander with a white rabbit cocktail. It's a blend of amaretto, cream, lemon curd and vanilla, finished with flowers

Author: Miriam Nice

Irish whiskey old fashioned

Add a twist to an old fashioned and use elderflower cordial in place of the usual orange. It's a sophisticated cocktail to add to a dinner party

Author: Kieran Rocks

Champagne mojito

If you love mojitos and champagne, this will be the cocktail of your dreams. Combine rum, mint, sugar syrup and Angostura bitters and top it up with champers

Author: Miriam Nice

Goji berry & raspberry cooler

Serve up this fruity mocktail on lazy summer days when you crave a refreshing drink. It's flavoured with goji berries, raspberries, ginger and honey

Author: Sarah Lienard

Sherry cobbler

Create a classic sherry cocktail that dates back to the mid 1800s. Refreshing, long and fruity, we've used a blend of sherries for depth of flavour

Author: Rich Woods

Mango & pineapple mojito

Give your favourite classic cocktail a tropical twist with our mango and pineapple mojito. This vibrant, fruity drink is perfect for summer party season

Author: Miriam Nice

Rhubarb spritz

Try this lovely low alcohol rhubarb spritz. A spritz would normally contain gin, but the sharp lemon and aromatic star anise mean you won't miss it

Author: Miriam Nice

Apple & ginger mojito

Make a refreshing, fruity apple mojito with warming ginger spice. This autumnal serve is simple and delicious, garnished with apple and a sprig of mint.

Author: Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com

Pineapple & lime mocktail

Mix a sparkling mocktail that will bring sunshine to any party - and to make it slightly sweeter, use soda water instead of tonic water

Author: Miriam Nice

Raspberry & passion fruit martini

This fruity vodka cocktail for two is perfect for a romantic Valentine's meal - float half a passion fruit on top for an extra special touch

Author: Cassie Best

Pink gin iced tea

Blend pink gin with iced tea and you have this unique cocktail, made with spiced rum, elderflower and pink grapefruit. Serve in a jug for a sharing cocktail

Author: Miriam Nice

Whisky highball

Try this take on the whisky highball cocktail, with mint leaves, sparkling water and a lemon garnish to make the most of the classic flavours

Author: Miriam Nice

Raspberry & rose spritzers

A glass of delicate pink fizz is the perfect addition to any picnic or party - ready in just 2 minutes

Author: Cassie Best

Cucumber, mint & melon punch

A fruity, minty, refreshing punch for a summer party. The mix of juicy honeydew, cantaloupe and watermelon chunks make this the ultimate cooler to beat the heat

Author: Cassie Best

Aviation

Try our pretty-in-pink aviation cocktail for a fun, retro party drink. This easy gin-based drink is one to get the party started and is ready in just 5 minutes

Author: Miriam Nice

Spiced apple strudel & brandy cocktail

The classic Sixties sidecar cocktail is given a Viennese twist with flavours of apple strudel - a tasty tipple for the Eurovision Song Contest

Author: Miriam Nice

Vermouth & soda

Choose red, white or rosé vermouth to make this easy cocktail - ideal for a party. Garnish with green olives and a lemon slice for the professional finish

Author: Miriam Nice

Cassis spritz

Make the most of that crème de cassis lurking at the back of the cupboard. With white wine and Cynar (a bitter herbal liqueur), it's a wonderful summer drink

Author: Miriam Nice

Hibiscus & prosecco cocktail

Hibiscus flowers in syrup add a final flourish to this pink prosecco and vodka cocktail - ideal to sip at a Eurovision party

Author: Miriam Nice

Easy bloody mary

Mix together tomato juice, amontillado sherry, vodka and sherry vinegar to make a bloody mary cocktail. Season to suit with Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce

Author: Diana Henry

Pear & rose punch

Treat party guests to our fabulous pear, apple and rose mocktail. Garnish the punch bowl with redcurrants to make a stunning alcohol-free drink

Author: Miriam Nice

Tequila diablo rojo

Mix tequila, ginger beer and lime juice and finish with with crème de cassis and pomegranate seeds for a luscious cocktail that really packs a punch

Author: Vasco Goncalves

Dark & stormy coffee cocktail

Are you a die-hard fan of a dark and stormy? Twist up a classic cocktail with a dash of freshly brewed espresso to pair with traditional ginger beer

Author: Miriam Nice