10 quick and easy Valentine’s Day cocktails
Whip up one of our 10 delicious boozy blends and raise a toast to romance this 14 February. Here are 10 quick and easy Valentine's Day cocktails to try
Everyone has a different take on Valentine’s Day. Some will lay on a classic menu for an evening 'tête–à–tête', some couples will cater for a crowd of loved-up friends, others will chuck everything together at the last minute and singletons might opt for an anti-Valentine’s Day party. Whatever the case, this is a time to celebrate and there’s no better way of doing that than with a tipple.
So, indulge in pink drinks and brash blends – our cookery team has created 10 dreamy cocktails for Valentine’s Day. All recipes serve two unless otherwise stated – and we’re not going to apologise for the schmaltz. Discover more Valentine's Day cocktail recipes, as well as our top pink cocktail recipes and favourite non-alcoholic drinks ideas.
Quick and easy Valentine's Day cocktails
1. Valentine's Day cocktail
This ruby red cocktail screams Valentine's Day. Impress your special someone with cranberry juice, vodka, raspberry and prosecco to get in the romantic mood.
2. Passion fruit martini
Get passion in the air - and the glass - with these zingy cocktails. Combine fresh passion fruit seeds with vanilla vodka, passion fruit liqueur, lime juice and prosecco for a seriously celebratory tipple.
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3. Espresso martini
Impress a coffee lover in your life with this classic cocktail made from freshly brewed espresso, vodka and Kahlúa. Top with a couple of coffee beans for a classy finish.
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4. Cranberry whisky sour
Cranberry juice makes this whiskey cocktail bright and beautiful. An egg white gives the classic foamy top for an impressive touch.
5. Aperol spritz
The classic Italian cocktail brings a taste of summer to February with Aperol, prosecco and soda - it couldn't be simpler!
If you love a spritz, discover our Aperol spritz alternatives.
6. Spiced apple snaps fizz
Upgrade gin and juice with a sprinkle of cinnamon and your favourite bubbles for a sparkling cocktail for two.
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7. Strawberry daiquiri
Who doesn't love a slushie? Make it a grown-up treat with rum and garnish with a slice of lime and strawberry for a finishing flourish.
Discover our strawberry cocktail recipes for more inspiration.
8. Woo woo
Woo your lover with this classic cocktail made with vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry juice and fresh lime. Double up the quick and easy recipe to serve two.
9. Classic negroni
If you - and your Valentine - don't have a sweet tooth then this bitter yet balanced mixture of gin, vermouth and Campari is the answer. The single-serve recipe is easily scaled up to serve you and your special someone.
10. Rose-scented strawberry cocktails
It doesn't get more on-brand for Valentine's Day then a bright red coloured cocktail made with strawberries and rosewater.
Visit our cocktails & drinks section for lots more liquid inspiration, and for all things romantic, visit our Valentine's Day page. For more quick and easy menus try our Valentine's Day dishes you can make in minutes.
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