What Cocktail Can I Make?
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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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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
Frangelico Sour Recipe
Frangelico Sour If you've tried an Amaretto Sour and enjoyed it, why not try a Frangelico Sour as well? Similar,…
California Surfer Recipe
California Surfer Very easy to make, the California Surfer combines equal parts Coconut Rum, Jägermeister, and Pineapple Juice for a…
Gin Sling Recipe
Gin Sling A simple and refreshing cocktail, the Gin Sling is a bit of a mix of a Gin and…
Oaxaca Sour Recipe (Mezcal Sour)
Oaxaca Sour This is a very interesting Mezcal based cocktail. Very similar to a New York Sour, this cocktail uses…
Smokey Arroyo Recipe
Smokey Arroyo This is a fun Mezcal based cocktail that may remind you of a Margarita, with a little bit…
Jean Harlow Cocktail Recipe
Jean Harlow Cocktail Named after actress Jean Harlow as this was her favourite drink, this is a simple Rum Martini…
Whiskey Spritz Recipe
Whiskey Spritz This is an easy to make low alcohol cocktail designed to refresh. Since it's low alcohol you can…
Caribbean Old Fashioned Recipe
Caribbean Old Fashioned A nice twist on a classic cocktail recipe, this cocktail is similar to your standard Old Fashioned…
Frangelico Cocktail Recipe
Frangelico Cocktail A nice Frangelico forward cocktail (hence the name!) with elements of lemon and a bit of bitterness leads…
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
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
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
Envy Cocktail Recipe – Envy Cocktail The Envy Cocktail is a simple Tequila based cocktail that leans on the sweet and tangy side thanks to the Blue Curaçao and Pineapple Juice. There's a tropical element to this recipe that takes the cocktail out of the Mexican desert and down to the coast of the Caribbean. So yes, this is… Continue Reading
Boulevardier Cocktail Recipe – Boulevardier Cocktail Do you like a Negroni but wish you could have it with Bourbon? The Boulevardier is for you then! It's that simple; a Negroni but made with Bourbon. Very tasty.Maybe you found this cocktail through our cocktail builder search engine looking for cocktails similar to a Negroni because you already had those ingredients… Continue Reading
Gin and Tonic Recipe – Gin and Tonic An easy and classic cocktail that a great way to get refreshed while enjoying Gin. Try this with a variety of gins beyond your classic London Dry.A Gin and Tonic may not feel like much of a cocktail, but it's a mixed drink with a couple ingredients, so you can call it… Continue ReadingWhiskey Cocktails
Irish Mule Recipe – Irish Mule As the name would suggest, the Irish Mule is a variation of the Moscow Mule that uses Irish Whiskey instead of Vodka. And boy does this variation work! Irish Whiskey is a little bit sweeter than other Whiskeys, and this works very well up against a flavourful and often spicy Ginger Beer. A… 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
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
Sazerac Recipe – Sazerac A New Orleans staple, the Sazerac is basically an Old Fashioned with Cognac and more thrown in for good measure. And like the Old Fashioned, it's pretty easy to make if you have the ingredients on hand.The original version of this cocktail only used Cognac rather than both Whiskey and Cognac. Even more, some… Continue Reading
Old Fashioned Recipe – Old Fashioned One of the oldest cocktails out there, an Old Fashioned is easy to whip up and even easier to enjoy. Some may say you shouldn't be adding anything to a good Bourbon or Rye, but the addition of a bit of sugar and bitters can really open it up. If anything, it's just… Continue ReadingGin Cocktails
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
Gordon’s Cup Recipe – Gordon’s Cup The Gordon's Cup is made up of Gin, Lime, Cucumber, and Simple Syrup. It's a light and refreshing drink that's perfect for brunch or the early afternoon. Gin and Cucumber is a not so surprising combination. It's not used extremely frequently but, when it is, it's a great one!The Gordon's Cup was first… Continue Reading
French 75 Recipe – French 75 The French 75 is a classic cocktail that combines Gin and Champagne for a big kick both and flavour and booze. This cocktail is a great celebration drink or one to enjoy at a dinner party with friends. And, of course, it's easy to make.The French 75 dates back to the early 1900's,… Continue Reading
Satan’s Whiskers Cocktail Recipe – Satan’s Whiskers Here's a cocktail recipe that sounds scary, but it's actually quite good! Cocktail recipe inventors like to give all sorts of while names to their creations. That's part of the fun of creating cocktails. But in reality, the Satan's Whiskers Cocktail is relatively tame.For those who have had a Bronx Cocktail, you'll notice… Continue Reading
Hanky Panky Cocktail Recipe – Hanky Panky Cocktail A nice extension of a Gin Martini, the Hanky Panky Cocktail adds Fernet and Orange Juice while also swapping up the Dry Vermouth for sweet for a unique drink that was created some time in the early 1900's.If you like a Martini, give this a go as part of the further exploration… Continue ReadingVodka Cocktails
Fresh Berry Delicious Recipe – Fresh Berry Delicious A berry forward cocktail with Strawberries, Honey, Rasberry Vodka, and more makes this concoction a winner. There's a fair few ingredients in here, so we wouldn't call this an "easy" cocktail. However, if you have them all, mixing them together isn't too tough. If you don't have them all, perhaps see what… 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
Kansas City Ice Water Recipe – Kansas City Ice Water This cocktail combines Gin, Vodka, Lime Juice, Triple Sec, and Lemon Lime Soda for a very refreshing drink that's perfect on a warm day while sitting in the sun. There's a lot going on here, but like a lot of longer drinks, this one is designed to be refreshing while also… 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 Reading
Irish Martini Recipe – Irish Martini A Vodka Martini with a bit of Irish Whiskey thrown in for good measure, the Irish Martini is a nice variation on a classic.As you can see in the recipe below, there's not a lot of Whiskey in there, but considering the relatively neutral taste of the Vodka and the small amount of… Continue ReadingTequila Cocktails
Winter Warmer Cocktail Recipe – Winter Warmer Cocktail As the name would suggest, the Winter Warmer Cocktail is designed to be something tasty you have when it's cold. The booze and the sweet notes of the Licor 43 warms you up, and the citrus combined with the Tequila is just a tried and true combination. True, Tequila isn't often known… Continue Reading
Ranch Water Recipe – Ranch Water A Texas classic, Ranch Water is just Tequila, Lime, and Sparkling Water combined to create a refreshing yet simple cocktail that's enjoyable on a hot day in the sun. After all, this cocktail was created by Texas ranchers to cool down after a long day in the sun (hence the name). Feel free… Continue Reading
Tequila Piña del Oro Recipe – Tequila Piña del Oro Piña del Oro is Spanish for Golden Pineapple and, with a mixture of Tequila Reposado and Pineapple, it lives up to the name. There's almost a Tiki element to the the tropical aspects of this cocktail, as well as the somewhat strange addition of Sage Syrup. Although this isn't a Tiki… Continue Reading
Tequila Sunrise Recipe – Tequila Sunrise A classic Tequila based cocktail, the Tequila Sunrise mixes Tequila with citrus juices for an easy to make and easy to drink cocktail that's sure to refresh. Enjoy this cocktail in the summer, or really any time of year.Not only does this cocktail taste good, but it's nice to look at as well,… Continue Reading
Italian Margarita Recipe – Italian Margarita If you like a Margarita, why not change things up a little bit with a bit of Amaretto. Try this side by side with the classic to see what you like better.Just because you're adding Amaretto to this cocktail doesn't mean you should be using a cheap Tequila for this cocktail though. You'll… Continue ReadingRum Cocktails
Hemingway Daiquiri Recipe – Hemingway Daiquiri Sometimes called the Papa Doble or the Hemingway Special, the Hemingway Daiquiri is quite obviously a twist on the Classic Daiquiri named after famous writer Ernest Hemingway. The twist comes from the addition of Grapefruit Juice and Maraschino Liqueur to add further citrus tastes and some cherry sweetness.Although legend has it the Hemingway… Continue Reading Bahama Mama Recipe – Bahama Mama The Bahama Mama is a classic Tiki cocktail that's stood the test of time despite having a slightly unknown history. What we do know is, as the name would suggest, it was invented in the Bahamas, probably in the 1960's.In true Tiki style, the Bahama Mama uses a lot of Rum, three different… Continue Reading
Hurricane Cocktail Recipe – Hurricane Cocktail The Hurricane Cocktail was invented at Pat O'Brien's Bar in New Orleans in the 1940's and remains an iconic tropical cocktail. It has Rum, Passionfruit, Orange Juice, and more. This drink has been around long enough to get int he general Tiki Cocktail lexicon, so it's one to have on the menu if… Continue Reading
Mai Tai Recipe – Mai Tai The Mai Tai is a Tiki classic! Probably one of the most famous cocktails of the Tiki style, it's actually not too tough to make, despite the Tiki style often being known for being complex and over the top. The recipe is based on White and Dark Rum, which are easy to come… Continue Reading
Commodore Cocktail Recipe – Commodore Cocktail Another classic cocktail from the 1930's, the Commodore is Rum with various dashes of fruit and sugar to combine different flavours into a complex drink. Although it's not a sour, the Commodore Cocktail adds an egg white for a little bit of presentation and even more mouth feel. It's something a little different,… Continue ReadingClassic Cocktails
Aviation Recipe – Aviation The Aviation cocktail looks and feels modern, but it's actually a classic from the early 1900's. That being said, you'll recognising quite a few of these ingredients that frequently appear in other classic cocktails including Gin and Maraschino Liqueur. Things get a little more unusual with the Creme de Violette (more on this later),… Continue Reading Mai Tai Recipe – Mai Tai The Mai Tai is a Tiki classic! Probably one of the most famous cocktails of the Tiki style, it's actually not too tough to make, despite the Tiki style often being known for being complex and over the top. The recipe is based on White and Dark Rum, which are easy to come… Continue Reading
Turf Club Recipe – Turf Club Cocktail The Turf Club, like the original Gin Martini, has a bit of a mysterious past. No one is quite sure who invented it or how it came to be. If you've enjoyed a Martinez, you'll also see similarities between that and the Turf Club as well. While we've seen different stories around… 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
Moscow Mule Recipe – Moscow Mule An easy classic Vodka based cocktail, the Moscow Mule is essentially Vodka and Ginger Beer creating a cold and refreshing cocktail for Vodka lovers. Pack this with plenty of crushed ice, similar to a Mint Julep in this fashion, but, of course, with different flavours.This cocktail is usually served in a copper mug,… Continue ReadingLow Alcohol Cocktails
Sketches of Spain Recipe – Sketches of Spain The Sketches of Spain cocktail is a (relatively) low alcohol cocktail made with Oloroso Sherry, Sweet Vermouth, Brandy, and a bit of Honey Syrup. We say "relatively low alcohol" for this cocktail because the main ingredient is the Sherry, but there's still plenty of Brandy in there to generally raise the ABV.… Continue Reading
Rose Cocktail Recipe – Rose A simple, modern, cocktail made with Dry Vermouth, Cherry Brandy, and Raspberry Syrup creates a slightly fruity drink that both looks and tastes great.This cocktail was created by distiller and cocktail maker Allan Katz. 60 mL Dry Vermouth30 mL Cherry Brandy1 tsp Raspberry SyrupGarnish with a cherry This is a stirred drink, so add… Continue Reading
Garibaldi Cocktail Recipe – Garibaldi Cocktail The Garibaldi is an easy to make and fairly low alcohol cocktail that's a mixture of just Campari and Orange Juice. That's it! Nothing else. If you're a fan of a cocktail like the Americano, you'll likely like the Garibaldi as well. Boiled down to basics, the Garibaldi is a nice mixture of… Continue Reading
Bamboo Cocktail Recipe – Bamboo Cocktail The Bamboo Cocktail is a mixture of Fino Sherry and Dry Vermouth, with a little bit of bitters thrown in for good measure. The standout part of this recipe (other than the fact that it tastes great!) is that it's relatively low in alcohol compared to a lot of cocktail recipes. You'll find… Continue Reading
Americano Recipe – Americano The Americano is a precursor to the Negroni that's made with Campari and Sweet Vermouth. Just add some Gin and that's basically the Negroni recipe (minus Soda Water). This creates a cocktail that's a fair bit lower in alcohol than many other cocktail recipes since you're not using the typical higher proof base spirits… Continue ReadingTiki Cocktails
Bahama Mama Recipe – Bahama Mama The Bahama Mama is a classic Tiki cocktail that's stood the test of time despite having a slightly unknown history. What we do know is, as the name would suggest, it was invented in the Bahamas, probably in the 1960's.In true Tiki style, the Bahama Mama uses a lot of Rum, three different… Continue Reading
Halekulani Cocktail Recipe – Halekulani Cocktail The Halekulani Cocktail is a Tiki cocktail coming to us from Waikiki in Hawaii. Like so many other Tiki cocktail it has a fair amount of fruit juice with Lime Juice, Orange Juice, and Pineapple Juice. It's then sweetened with Demerara Syrup. What makes it different though is that its base spirit is… Continue Reading
Corpse Reviver No. 2 Recipe – Corpse Reviver No. 2 A pre-Prohibition classic, the Corpse Reviver No. 2 is a great cocktail with an even better name. Traditionally, mixed drinks such as these were used as hangover cures, hence the name like Corpse Reviver. While some probably still use this cocktail as a hangover cure, most these days drink these at… Continue Reading Hurricane Cocktail Recipe – Hurricane Cocktail The Hurricane Cocktail was invented at Pat O'Brien's Bar in New Orleans in the 1940's and remains an iconic tropical cocktail. It has Rum, Passionfruit, Orange Juice, and more. This drink has been around long enough to get int he general Tiki Cocktail lexicon, so it's one to have on the menu if… Continue Reading
Scorpion Bowl Recipe – Scorpion Bowl This cocktail is insane! The Scorpion Bowl is intended to be shared, and once you see what goes into it and at what quantities, you'll understand why. The recipe is a mixture of Gin, Rum, Brandy, Orgeat, Simple Syrup, Orange Juice, and Lime Juice. It's quite a few ingredients, but thankfully nothing too… Continue Reading