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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » 20 Fruity Cocktail Recipes for Spring and Summer

    Published: March 20, 2017 / Updated: May 19, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    20 Fruity Cocktail Recipes for Spring and Summer

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    These 20 must make Fruity Cocktail recipes are fresh, colorful, and delicious! Perfect for serving at your next party or for any sunny spring or summer day.

    This post was first published March 20, 2017. It was updated and republished April 28, 2022, with new cocktails, photos, and details.

    two glasses of Raspberry Mimosas

    It's the middle of Spring and our minds are turning to thoughts of warmer weather and outdoor entertaining!

    To celebrate the spring season, I've got 20 Must Make Fruity Cocktail Recipes. These are some of my own favorites, as well some from fellow food blogging friends.

    Cheers to spring!

    Table of contents

    • Berry Cocktails
      • Raspberry Mimosas
      • Marionberry Cider Crush
      • Strawberry Vodka Cocktail
      • Blueberry Cake Mojito
      • Raspberry Bellini with Lime
      • Blue Coupe Cocktail
    • Citrus Cocktails
      • Be My Clementine Sparkling Wine Cocktail
      • Citrus Bourbon Buzz
      • Grapefruit Basil Refresher Cocktail
      • Lemon and Cucumber Lemonade Vodka
      • Tangerine Champagne Cocktail
      • Lemon and Grapefruit Prosecco Cocktails
    • Melon Cocktails
      • Watermelon Mojito
      • Cantaloupe Margaritas
      • Watermelon Mint Cocktail
    • Exotic Cocktails
      • Hibiscus Cocktail Cooler
      • Pineapple Saketini
      • Picnic Punch
      • Fruity Elderflower Sangria
      • Pineapple Coconut Cocktail
    • Bar Essentials
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    Berry Cocktails

    From raspberry to blueberry to strawberry (and more!) berry-based cocktails are versatile, colorful, and delicious! These fruity cocktail recipes are bursting with berry flavors.

    Raspberry Mimosas

    fruity cocktail recipes - overhead photo of two Raspberry Mimosas

    Made with Champagne, orange juice, mint, and of course raspberries, this gorgeous drink is one of our easiest and favorite fruity cocktail recipes!

    Get the Raspberry Mimosas recipe

    Marionberry Cider Crush

    marionberry cider crush cocktail

    Made with native Oregon marionberries, this tangy, juicy cocktail mixes in apple cider to add a crisp, tasty tartness!

    Get the Marionberry Cider Crush Cocktail recipe

    Strawberry Vodka Cocktail

    strawberry vodka cocktail
    PHOTO CREDIT: Joyful Healthy Eats

    This 6 ingredient drink is a balance of tart and sweetness that makes it a refreshing option for your next summer soiree.

    Get the Strawberry Vodka Cocktail recipe

    Blueberry Cake Mojito

    blueberry mojito
    PHOTO CREDIT: DIY Candy

    This twist on a mojito uses blueberries and simple syrup to make a berry cocktail that tastes like cake!

    Get the Blueberry Cake Mojito recipe

    Raspberry Bellini with Lime

    fruity cocktail recipes - raspberry bellini

    If you're looking for the perfect brunch cocktail, this Raspberry Lime Bellini is it. It's fruity, fizzy, and fun in a glass!

    Get the Raspberry Bellini with Lime recipe

    Blue Coupe Cocktail

    fruity cocktail recipes - blueberry coupe cocktail
    PHOTO CREDIT: A Night Owl Blog

    This delightful drink is made with prosecco, fresh blueberries, and a touch of lemon. Fruity, tangy, fizzy -- it's everything you want in a great cocktail!

    Get the Blueberry Coupe Cocktail recipe

    Citrus Cocktails

    Citrus cocktails are the perfect combination of refreshment and zing! And the tasty possibilities are nearly endless. Here are a few citrusy fruity cocktail recipes to make for your next get together.

    Be My Clementine Sparkling Wine Cocktail

    clementine sparkling wine cocktail

    The sparkling wine and clementine soda give this citrusy cocktail some fizz, while the raspberries add a pop of color and flavor!

    Get the Clementine Sparkling Wine Cocktail recipe

    Citrus Bourbon Buzz

    bourbon lemon cocktail

    Bourbon is one of my favorite spirits. Mix it with lemonade and ice you've got a summer crowd pleaser. Couldn't be easier!

    Get the Citrus Bourbon Buzz recipe

    Grapefruit Basil Refresher Cocktail

    grapefruit basil refresher cocktail
    PHOTO CREDIT: Lydi Out Loud

    Grapefruit and basil aren't usually the first ingredients that come to mind when thinking cocktail, but the tart and herby flavors complement each other perfectly in this whimsical drink.

    Get the Grapefruit Basil Cocktail Recipe

    Lemon and Cucumber Lemonade Vodka

    lemon and cucumber lemonade vodka
    PHOTO CREDIT: A Worthey Read

    This drink is so citrusy it has lemon twice in its name! Combined with the crisp cucumber and ice cold vodka, this may soon become one of your summer faves.

    Get the Lemon Cucumber Lemonade Vodka Recipe

    Tangerine Champagne Cocktail

    PHOTO CREDIT: Savored Sips

    Sometimes you just want to slowly savor a summer drink. Enter this Tangerine Champagne cocktail with a punch of tangerine juice, Grand Marnier, and bubbly.

    Get the Tangerine Champagne Cocktail Recipe

    Lemon and Grapefruit Prosecco Cocktails

    lemon and grapefruit cocktails
    PHOTO CREDIT: Tonya Staab

    Two citrusy cocktails in one recipe? Yes! Prosecco with lemon and with grapefruit juice. Make them both and serve them at your next brunch with friends!

    Get the Lemon and Grapefruit Prosecco recipes

    Melon Cocktails

    Melon-based cocktails are great for spring and summer entertaining, and they can make for a nice, light aperitif before a meal with friends. These fruity cocktail recipes are both beautiful and blissful!

    Watermelon Mojito

    fruity cocktail recipes - watermelon mojito

    Some cocktails are perfect to be made by the pitcher, and this watermelon mojito is one of them. The rum and ginger ale in this drink complement the watermelon perfectly.

    Get the Watermelon Mojito recipe

    Cantaloupe Margaritas

    fruity cocktail recipes - cantaloupe margaritas

    Packed with vitamins A and C (both antioxidants!), this refreshing Cantaloupe Margarita puts a tasty spin on an old classic -- just in time for summer.

    Get the Cantaloupe Margaritas recipe

    Watermelon Mint Cocktail

    watermelon mint cocktail
    PHOTO CREDIT: Fork in the Kitchen

    Made with just 5 ingredients including watermelon, vodka, and seltzer water, this crisp, fruity cocktail is the perfect easy summer happy hour drink.

    Get the Watermelon Mint Cocktail recipe

    Exotic Cocktails

    If you're in the mood for more tropical flavors, like pineapple or coconut, we've got you covered. These fruity cocktail recipes will make you feel like you've been whisked away to the islands!

    Hibiscus Cocktail Cooler

    fruity cocktail recipes - hibiscus cocktail cooler

    With a rich dark color reminiscent of a night sky, this floral, tequila-based cocktail is perfect to sip on a warm summer evening.

    Get the Hibiscus Cocktail Cooler recipe

    Pineapple Saketini

    pineapple saketini
    PHOTO CREDIT: Lip Gloss and Crayons

    Mix things up with this sake and vodka-based summer cocktail recipe -- fruity but not too sweet. And the pineapple chunks make a refreshing treat to eat as well.

    Get the Pineapple Saketini recipe

    Picnic Punch

    PHOTO CREDIT: Style on Main

    Mixing up a refreshing, fruity punch can be a great way to liven up your next warm weather party or intimate outing. Either way, this picnic punch hits the mark!

    Get the Picnic Punch recipe

    Fruity Elderflower Sangria

    fruity elderflower sangria
    PHOTO CREDIT: Home and Plate

    This summery sangria uses chardonnay and elderflower liqueur instead of simple syrup as the base, then it's mixed with a bunch of fruit for a flavorful punch. Perfect to make in batches for your next backyard party.

    Get the Elderflower Sangria recipe

    Pineapple Coconut Cocktail

    pineapple coconut cocktail
    PHOTO CREDIT: Elephantastic Vegan

    Dark rum, juicy pineapple, and a dash of cinnamon. You may enjoy this in your backyard this summer, but you'll feel like the beach is just steps away!

    Get the Pineapple Coconut Cocktail recipe

    Bar Essentials

    • Champagne glasses - Flutes, tulip glasses and couple style glasses are great to to have on hand.
    • Highball glasses - These are a must for some cocktails.
    • Cocktail Shaker Bar Set - This one contains the shaker, measuring jigger and mixing spoon set.
    • Bitters - Some of these cocktails call for bitters.
    • Corkscrew - The right corkscrew can make all the difference. Our ultimate corkscrew guide breaks down the many different types.

    Dishes That Go Great With These Fruity Cocktail Recipes

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    Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
    Grilled Pineapple Chicken on a platter
    Grilled Pineapple Chicken
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    Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken
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    Mini Fruit Tarts

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      Comments

      1. Peter Korchnak says

        April 23, 2017 at 4:49 pm

        If you and other commenters from Portland were over the weather a month ago when you published this, how do you feel now? Geez. As a beer drinker, I'm still on porters and stouts, my winter brew preferences. Spring cocktails sound like such a distant dream...

        Reply
      2. Lydi says

        March 22, 2017 at 11:20 am

        Yay for spring cocktail season! These all have me giddy for some outside drinking! Thanks so much for including my Grapefruit Basil Refresher! Happy spring and CHEERS! :)

        Reply
      3. Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says

        March 21, 2017 at 1:53 pm

        This is my kind of roundup! I'd by happy with any of these, but that Pineapple Coconut Cocktail sounds delicious.

        Reply
      4. Liz says

        March 21, 2017 at 11:43 am

        I cannot wait for Spring weather to arrive! The Lemon Cucumber Lemonade looks like the perfect cocktail to enjoy on a Friday night as you unwind from a long week. :)

        Reply
      5. Ashley says

        March 21, 2017 at 9:54 am

        Spring is the perfect season for sweet light and fresh beverages! This is a great list! THANKS!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:47 am

          Glad you like it! Thanks, Ashley!

      6. Ali says

        March 20, 2017 at 10:43 pm

        These are lovely spring cocktails! All of these are making me wish it would stop raining already and I could sit outside on the patio, drink a cocktail and enjoy a good book! :)

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:47 am

          Yes, definitely over the rain here as well :) Thanks, Ali!

      7. Bianca Mcneace says

        March 20, 2017 at 10:26 pm

        Wow! That Cantaloupe Margarita looks amazing! Cannot wait to try it this week!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:46 am

          I hope you like it, Bianca! Thanks for stopping by!

      8. Melissa Chee says

        March 20, 2017 at 10:23 pm

        It was soooo nice to see some sun!!! Those cocktails look lovely.

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:46 am

          I know, the sun is such a tease! Thanks, Melissa!

      9. cori says

        March 20, 2017 at 7:01 pm

        Ouuuuu! I all all about this post - the drinks look so refreshing.

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:46 am

          Thanks Cori!

      10. Erin (Platings and Pairings) says

        March 20, 2017 at 6:00 pm

        I am SO ready for cocktails on the patio - Bring on the sunny Spring weather please!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:46 am

          Yes, please! Thanks, Erin!

      11. Tarryn says

        March 20, 2017 at 3:47 pm

        These are great, it really makes me ready for warm weather and delicious drinks!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:45 am

          I'm with ya, Tarryn! :) Thanks!

      12. Brianne says

        March 20, 2017 at 3:03 pm

        Nothing says spring like a refreshing spring cocktail, and these all look amazing!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:45 am

          Thanks Brianne!

      13. Krysten says

        March 20, 2017 at 2:18 pm

        I love spring cocktails, they're always so fruity and fresh tasting. The ones that you have chosen are so perfect! I am going to make these!

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:45 am

          Thanks Krysten!

      14. Create/Enjoy says

        March 20, 2017 at 11:14 am

        YAY spring!!! I am SO excited but it almost feels too good to be true that soon we'll have more sunny days and feel like drinking cold beverages outside! :D

        Reply
        • Marlynn Jayme Schotland says

          March 21, 2017 at 10:44 am

          I know - it seems like we've got so many more rainy days ahead, but more sunshine will be here SOON! :)

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