What Cocktail Can I Make?
A Cocktail Generator Website
Welcome to What Cocktail Can I Make. Here you can search for cocktail recipes based on the ingredients you have. Find delicious cocktail recipes by ingredient through our cocktail generator.
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Search For Cocktails Based on What You Have
Howdy, and welcome to What Cocktail Can I Make, a website set up to search for cocktails based on what ingredients you have on hand.
Searching for cocktail recipes based on the ingredients you have is easy, just tick off what cocktail ingredients you have then click “Search For Cocktails!” Then our cocktail engine will tell you what drinks you can make with what you have. It’s basically an easily searchable cocktail database! A cocktail builder based on what you have at hand, if you will.
So if you’re feeling thirsty or in need of a stiff drink, just ask yourself “What cocktail can I make?” We’ll be sure to be able to suggest something you can easily whip up. We’ll even let you know the cocktails you can make if you have just one more ingredient in your bar; a great way to expand your repertoire and slowly build up your ingredients list.
We’re always adding more cocktails, so feel free to check back frequently. We’re also always updating our cocktail builder, so check back for new features and discover new cocktails you can make at home.
With that in mind, there’s literally thousands of cocktail recipes out there. If there’s a recipe you love but we don’t have, feel free to contact us. Also, if a recipe is missing a picture (or you think you have a better one!), send it through. Any feedback is more than welcome, even if you want to debate slight variations on long forgotten and changing cocktail recipes!
A note on garnishes: we’ve chosen to have the search ignore most garnishes. While garnishes matter a lot to a good cocktail, they are often interchangeable. We’d rather you discover a great cocktail and garnish with what is available than be strict.
Just Want to Browse Cocktails?
That’s fine too! We have a huge cocktail database and, although you can search for cocktails by ingredient on the above form, you’re also more than welcome to simply browse all of our cocktails.
Just click “Cocktail Recipes” in the main menu or browse by category/cocktail base spirit. We’ve put some of our more popular categories below. You can also see our ten most popular cocktail recipes below that, then randomly generated quick browsing cocktail recipes. Find something to make and enjoy.
And if you get stuck, come back here, enter the ingredients you have, and we’ll tell you what cocktail you can make.
Popular Cocktail Recipes

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Smokey Arroyo Recipe

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Jean Harlow Cocktail Recipe

Lita Grey Cocktail Recipe

Whiskey Spritz Recipe

Nutty Martini Recipe
Quick Cocktail Recipe Browsing
You’re welcome to use our cocktail generator to find out what cocktails you can make with the ingredients you have on hand or, if you just want to pick something at random, take a look at our small selection of cocktail recipes below. We have hundreds of cocktail recipes to choose from, but sometimes browsing can be tough, so just find something to make and enjoy quickly below.
Easy Cocktails
Smokey Martini Recipe – Smokey Martini What happens when you make a Gin Martini and replace the Sweet Vermouth with Scotch Whiskey? Well, you get a Smokey Martini! Because the classic Gin Martini is so basic (but good!), people have been riffing on it for as long as it's existed. This has created a number of Martini variations, and… Continue Reading
Gin Buck Recipe – Gin Buck The Gin Buck is part Moscow Mule and part Gin and Tonic. It's also very easy to make and tastes great! Seriously this cocktail is only two ingredients: Gin and Ginger Beer. That's all it takes! We suppose simply naming this cocktail "Gin and Ginger Beer" didn't sound quite as fun as "Gin… Continue Reading
Horny Bull Recipe – Horny Bull Essentially just a Screwdriver made with Tequila instead of Vodka, the Horny Bull is an easy to make cocktail that combines Orange Juice and Tequila. That's it! This is possibly the easiest Mexican inspired cocktail out there. Even easier than the Margarita, which only has three ingredients. For lovers of easy to make… Continue Reading
Nutty Martini Recipe – Nutty Martini If you're looking for a fun dessert drink, look no further than the Nutty Martini. Similar to the standard Vodka Martini, this cocktail ditches the Vermouth and goes with Frangelico instead, creating a sweet and nutty drink to enjoy after dinner.Or, if you're just a fan of sweeter drinks, you can have this… Continue Reading
Scotch Sour Recipe – Scotch Sour Essentially just Scotch Whiskey and Lemon Juice, the Scotch Sour is a simplified Whiskey Sour that uses Scotch Whiskey instead of Bourbon. It also just uses Lemon Juice and forgoes the other ingredients for a pretty simple drink designed to improve a Scotch and add additional flavour notes. This recipes usually calls for… Continue ReadingWhiskey Cocktails
Tootsie Roll Cocktail Recipe – Tootsie Roll This relatively modern cocktail uses Rye, Sherry, and Chocolate Bitters to recreate the taste of the Tootsie Roll candy. It's interesting (and encouraging) that the recipe isn't just loaded up with chocolate flavouring, but just relies on the ingredients interacting to create the desired affect. The chocolate comes through, of course, but this… Continue Reading
Blood and Sand Cocktail Recipe – Blood and Sand Cocktail Scotch Whiskey based cocktails are relatively unusual, but the Blood and Sand manages to pull it off and remain somewhat a classic at the same time. Some may find this a sinful waste of good Scotch, but this is a nice mix of Scotch, Cherry Brandy, Sweet Vermouth, and Orange Juice… Continue Reading
Frangelico Sour Recipe – Frangelico Sour If you've tried an Amaretto Sour and enjoyed it, why not try a Frangelico Sour as well? Similar, but with more intense flavours, the Frangelico Sour kicks it up a notch. Or perhaps you found this cocktail because you banged Frangelico into our cocktail finder and you're curious to see what you can… Continue Reading
Amaretto Sour Recipe – Amaretto Sour A nice twist on the standard Whiskey Sour, the Amaretto Sour adds more flavour and interest to a classic.Of course Amaretto and Whiskey Sours aren't the only sour style cocktails out there, but they're probably two of the most popular. If you always lean towards a Whiskey Sour though, it's worth changing things… Continue Reading
Perfect Manhattan Recipe – Perfect Manhattan A Perfect Manhattan refers to a Manhattan with equal parts Dry Vermouth and Sweet Vermouth. It's not "perfect" because it's perfect, but because of the equal measures of the different types of Vermouth. You'll see this in Martinis and other mixed drinks with Vermouth in them.A Manhattan is already a great Rye Whiskey… Continue ReadingGin Cocktails
Perfect Martini Recipe – Perfect Martini The Perfect Martini is a Gin Martini variant that has equal parts Dry Vermouth and Sweet Vermouth. The word "perfect" doesn't neccessarily refer to perfection, it refers to the measures of both types of Vermouth. You can also try this drink with Vodka, of course, but it's more fun with Gin.With so many… Continue Reading
Gin Martini Recipe – Gin Martini One of the most well known cocktails for a reason. A classic Gin (or Vodka) Martini is a great basis for a lot of different drinks, or simply a good way to taste different Gins.The Martini has a lot of variations, and while you may enjoy the variations more, it's a good idea… Continue Reading
Bee’s Knees Recipe – Bee’s Knees The Bee's Knees is a Prohibition-era cocktail that unsurprisingly features Honey as a sweetener. Other than Honey, the Bee's Knees also contains Gin, Lemon Juice, and Orange Juice., making it a relatively simple cocktail! You may see some resemblance to a standard Gin Sour (without the Egg White of course), and you wouldn't… Continue Reading
Chartreuse Martini Recipe – Chartreuse Martini What happens when you add a bit of Chartreuse to a standard Martini recipe? You get a Chartreuse Martini! This cocktail is basically your standard Gin Martini recipe with green Chartreuse added. That's it…There's really not much more to this cocktail recipe other than that little variation, but boy does it make a… Continue Reading
Southside Cocktail Recipe – Southside Cocktail A tasty Gin based cocktail combined with lime, mint, and a bit of sugar, the Southside probably reminds you of other simple cocktails with mint (Mint Julep or the Mojito), but, of course, with Gin. This cocktail highlights how you can use different base spirits for similar recipes to completely change up a… Continue ReadingVodka Cocktails
Lemon Drop Recipe – Lemon Drop The Lemon Drop is a simple combination of Vodka, Triple Sec, Lemon Juice, and Simple Syrup. As the name would suggest, there's a nice citrus element to this drink, but it's not too sharp thanks to ample Simple Syrup and, often, a sugared rim.While it has the vibe of it, the Lemon Drop… Continue Reading
White Russian Recipe – White Russian A classic Vodka based cocktail, the White Russian is a simple cocktial that combines Vodka, Kahlúa, and milk. Not exactly a cocktail for a hot day, this is a nice Winter warmer with a big kick. For fans of the Coen Brothers film, The Big Lebowski, you're probably already familiar with this one.… Continue Reading
Black Eyed Susan Recipe – Black Eyed Susan Named after the Maryland state flower, the Black Eyed Susan is to Preakness Stakes what the Mint Julep is to the Kentucky Derby. A wonderful Bourbon and Vodka cocktail, this is a great cocktail for race day or a racing themed party, or for any reason really.There's a fair amount of juice… Continue Reading
Sea Breeze Recipe – Sea Breeze A refreshing Vodka cocktail with Cranberry Juice and Grapefruit Juice. Very easy to make and sure to please everyone, the Sea Breeze is a classic with versions dating back to the early 1900's, although the recipe has changed somewhat in time. However, the drink is designed to balance the various elements of alcohol,… Continue Reading
Black Russian Recipe – Black Russian A Black Russian is a variation on the White Russian that simply omits the milk. With only two ingredients, this cocktail couldn't be easier to make, and boy does it have a kick! Enjoy these with caution as they have plenty of booze.Although the White Russian is a great cocktail, the Black Russian… Continue ReadingTequila Cocktails
Brave Bull Recipe – Brave Bull The Brave Bull combine Tequila and Kahlua, so if you're a fan of Black Russians, you may like this interesting twist on the standard. But while the Black Russian is a pretty simple three ingredient cocktail, the Brave Bull is even easier with only two ingredients, making it extremely easy to make.While Tequila… Continue Reading







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