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.
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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
California Surfer Recipe
California Surfer Very easy to make, the California Surfer combines equal parts Coconut Rum, Jägermeister, and Pineapple Juice for a…
Frangelico Sour Recipe
Frangelico Sour If you've tried an Amaretto Sour and enjoyed it, why not try a Frangelico Sour as well? Similar,…
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…
Lita Grey Cocktail Recipe
Lita Grey Cocktail Named after the second wife of Charlie Chaplin, but still a relatively modern recipe, the Lita Grey…
Gin Sling Recipe
Gin Sling A simple and refreshing cocktail, the Gin Sling is a bit of a mix of a Gin and…
Nutty Martini Recipe
Nutty Martini If you're looking for a fun dessert drink, look no further than the Nutty Martini. Similar to the…
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…
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
Kir Royale Recipe – Kir Royale The Kir Royale is a Champagne based cocktail that mixed Champagne and Creme de Cassis to create a slightly dry, slightly sweet cocktail with the complex flavours of a good Champagne and Blackcurrant elements of the Creme de Cassis. For Champagne cocktails, you're probably more familiar with Aperol Spritz, but if you like… 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
Kentucky Mule Recipe – Kentucky Mule The Kentucky Mule is a variation on the standard Moscow Mule that uses Bourbon instead of Vodka. Other than that, the recipe for this cocktail is basically the same. The Kentucky Mule is just one of many "Mule variations" that are out there, including cocktails like the Mezcal Mule, which, as the name… 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 Reading
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 ReadingWhiskey Cocktails
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 Reading
Whiskey Sour Recipe – Whiskey Sour A classic! While you can make a sour out of almost any spirit, the Whiskey Sour is indeed the standard. The marriage of Bourbon with lemon, and just a hint of sweetness makes one hell of a cocktail. The Whiskey Sour has been around for a long time for a reason.The fun thing… Continue Reading
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
Ward Eight Recipe – Ward Eight Cocktail This Rye based cocktail combines sweet and sour with citrus fruit and grenadine.At more than 100 years old, this is well and truly a classic. that can't be missed, however, thanks to its age, there are a few variations on the recipe you may come across, so feel free to play with… Continue Reading
Algonquin Cocktail Recipe – Algonquin Cocktail A Whiskey Martini with the addition of pineapple juice creates this unusual cocktail that's refreshing while also having a decent kick. This is a classic cocktail that you may have missed due to the unusual recipe, especially the Pineapple Juice.This drink is one of the many variations of a Martini with a fruit… Continue ReadingGin Cocktails
Last Word Recipe – Last Word The Last Word is a somewhat forgotten pre-Prohibition era cocktail that combines Gin, Chartreuse, and Maraschino Liqueur for a great throwback taste. This classic cocktail has been modified over the years, but we've tried to stay true to a recipe that's more than 100 years old.This is cocktail is also a lot of… Continue Reading
Gin Fizz Recipe – Gin Fizz The Gin Fizz, a nice mixture of Gin, citrus, and the fizziness of Club Soda and egg white. There's some similarities to classic sours, but the Club Soda adds a bit more liquid and a bit more fizz to the drink, hence the name. Like a sour, you can make a fizz with… 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
New Orleans Fizz Recipe – New Orleans Fizz Sometimes called the Ramos Gin Fizz, this is a classic New Orleans cocktail just like the Sazerac (since it's from the Big Easy), however, it's very different in style. This is a typical fizz drink so it's served in a tall glass and contains egg white. These cocktails look great and taste… 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 ReadingVodka Cocktails
Espresso Martini Recipe – Espresso Martini The fun Vodka Martini variation that mixes Vodka, Kahlua, and Coffee. This cocktail has plenty of kick to it both in terms of alcohol as well as coffee. So be careful here; too many of these and you can be over doing it on the caffeine! Of course you're welcome to use Decaf… Continue Reading
Blue Lagoon Recipe – Blue Lagoon The Blue Lagoon is made from Vodka, Blue Curaçao, and Lemonade (the non-carbonated variety – "Old Fashioned Lemonade" if that's what you prefer to call it. A lot of the flavour and appearance of this cocktail comes from the Blue Curaçao (it's in the name!). While the Vodka is quite neutral, the Blue… Continue Reading
Bocce Ball Recipe – Bocce Ball The Bocce Ball cocktail is a bit of an extension on the Screwdriver, which is just a simple combination of Vodka and Orange Juice. The Bocce Ball, however, adds Amaretto and Soda Water to the mix giving it a bit of a nutty flavour and a different mouth feel. The nut elements of… Continue Reading
Vodka Tonic Recipe – Vodka Tonic A competitor to the easy to make and easy to drink Gin and Tonic, the Vodka Tonic is essentially the same drink but with Vodka (and a bit of lime for good measure as Vodka has less flavour than Gin). This cocktail is very crisp and very easy. Enjoy. 60 mL Vodka10 mL… Continue Reading
Cosmopolitan Recipe – Cosmopolitan A classic Vodka, Cranberry, and Orange flavoured cocktail, the Cosmopolitan or "Cosmo" is easy to make and easy to drink. These cocktails are great for any occaision or any time of day, so just enjoy them to relax.While the recipe for the Cosmo has been around for awhile, the drink gained a lot of… Continue ReadingTequila Cocktails
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
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
Oaxaca Old Fashioned Recipe (Mezcal Old Fashioned) – Oaxaca Old Fashioned You can make an Old Fashioned out of pretty much anything. While the traditional Old Fashioned is Bourbon based, the formula for any Old Fashioned is base spirit, some sort of sweetener (like Simple Syrup), and some bitters. Sometimes also called a Mezcal Old Fashioned, The Oaxaca Old Fashioned takes this simple… Continue Reading
Guadalajara Cocktail Recipe – The Guadalajara Cocktail The Guadalajara Cocktail is a fairly Tequila forward cocktail with added bitterness from Fernet. It's not too bitter though! The cocktail is nicely balanced by sweetening it with Agave Syrup and even a tiny bit of spice from Mole Bitters.While the Fernet is a slightly unusual ingredient for a Tequila based cocktail,… Continue Reading
Classic Margarita Recipe – Classic Margarita A classic Tequila cocktail that's super refreshing and surprisingly easy to make. Many have probably had the frozen or blender style, but this drink is best served shaken: we're not making something sweet and watered down from a machine, we're making a classic cocktail that has been enjoyed for years.The beauty of this… Continue ReadingRum Cocktails
Fog Cutter Recipe – Fog Cutter A Tiki classic with a little less flourish than would be expected, the Fog Cutter has plenty of booze. This cocktail is usually credited to either Trader Vic or Donn Beach, but its creation is up for debate.Like a lot of Tiki drinks, this cocktail calls for a variety of ingredients but, once… Continue Reading
Planters Punch Recipe – Planters Punch The Planters Punch is a Rum cocktail that's been around for more than 100 years. Being a punch, it's a long drink that can be enjoyed slowly, but still has a good kick to it. With some fruit juice combined with the Rum, this is a great drink for Spring or Summer.The preferred… Continue Reading
California Surfer Recipe – California Surfer Very easy to make, the California Surfer combines equal parts Coconut Rum, Jägermeister, and Pineapple Juice for a great cocktail with plenty of kick. There's a tropical aspect to this cocktail due to the Coconut and Pineapple with an unusual aspect due to the Jägermeister that's sure to surprise.Why it's called the California… Continue Reading
Classic Daiquiri Recipe – Classic Daiquiri A Classic Daiquiri is a Rum based cocktail with Lime Juice and Simple Syrup. That's it! It's not some sort of frozen drink that comes out of a machine or a blender. This is the way Daiquiris are meant to be. Try this classic.For the best Dairquiri experience, make sure you use a… Continue Reading
Bella Donna Daiquiri Recipe – Bella Donna Daiquiri A twist on the Classic Daiquiri brings Amaretto to the mix with Dark Rum and Lemon Juice. This is great if you want Daiquiri goodness but don't have White Rum or just want to try one of the many different variations of a Daiquiri.As Daiquiris go, this one is on the sweeter… Continue ReadingClassic Cocktails
Singapore Sling Recipe – Singapore Sling Originating in Singapore, the Singapore Sling is a classic cocktail with tropical and refreshing elements that you're sure to enjoy. The Singapore Sling is relatively Gin forward but has plenty of fruit elements and herbal elements from the Benedictine. This cocktail was developed in the early 1900's at the famous Raffles Hotel and… Continue Reading
Gin Sling Recipe – Gin Sling A simple and refreshing cocktail, the Gin Sling is a bit of a mix of a Gin and Tonic with a Tom Collins, so if you like either or both of those, this one's for you.Although you can, there's no need to stir this drink once you top it up with water. The… Continue Reading
Million Dollar Cocktail Recipe – Million Dollar Cocktail Almost a classic, the Million Dollar Cocktail dates back to the early 20th Century. It's almost a Martini in that it's Gin and Vermouth, but takes a sharp turn with not only Pineapple Juice (which would still keep it in Martini territory) but also Egg White and Grenadine. Of course just adding… Continue Reading
Bacardi Special Cocktail Recipe – Bacardi Special The Bacardi Special is a wonderful rum cocktail that also uses a bit of gin to add some extra flavour. The cocktail itself is a variation on the Bacardi Cocktail, which is relatively similar but omits the gin. So if you can make one of these, you can probably make the Bacardi Cocktail… Continue Reading
Sex on the Beach Recipe – Sex on the Beach Vodka and Peach Schnapps, a wonderful combination! A classic cocktail with a tantalising name, this is a great cocktail to have on your menu. Other than the slightly unusual addition of Peach Schnapps, there's not much to say about this cocktail. The flavours are pretty bold, but also smooth and easy.… Continue ReadingLow Alcohol Cocktails
Winter Sour Recipe – Winter Sour The Winter Sour is a modern sour cocktail variation that uses Campari as a base and Honey Syrup as a sweetener. Other than that, it's pretty similar to other sour cocktails; it generally follows the formula or spirit, Lemon Juice, sweetener, and Egg White. Another twist here though is that the recipe calls… Continue Reading
Addington Recipe – Addington The Addington is a relatively not well known classic low alcohol cocktail. We're not going to go as far as to say that it's unknown, because, well, it's here and people know about it. But as classic cocktail recipes go, the Addington isn't one of those recipes that is super popular the Daiquiri.But, like… Continue Reading
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
Fuzzy Navel Recipe – Fuzzy Navel Peach Schnapps and Orange Juice, yum! This super simple cocktail is just two ingredients and very refreshing. You can make these by the glass or as a batch in a jug to share with friends to enjoy.Peach Schnapps is popular with other cocktails, especially combined with Vodka. If you're curious what else you… Continue ReadingTiki Cocktails
Blue Lagoon Recipe – Blue Lagoon The Blue Lagoon is made from Vodka, Blue Curaçao, and Lemonade (the non-carbonated variety – "Old Fashioned Lemonade" if that's what you prefer to call it. A lot of the flavour and appearance of this cocktail comes from the Blue Curaçao (it's in the name!). While the Vodka is quite neutral, the Blue… Continue Reading
Jungle Bird Cocktail Recipe – Jungle Bird Cocktail Originating in Malaysia, the Jungle Bird Cocktail is a fun tropical Rum cocktail. Like a lot of Rum cocktails, there's plenty of fruit in this one, and plenty of booze! So you should enjoy this one with caution.Although not originally part of the core Tiki cocktail range, these days the Jungle Bird… Continue Reading
Surf Liner Recipe – Surf Liner The Surf Liner is one of those rare Tiki cocktails that isn't exclusively a Rum cocktail. Instead, it's made with Rye! It's relatively unusual for the Tiki genre, but Whiskey based Tiki cocktails do exist. The Halekulani Cocktail, for example, uses Bourbon.However, what gives this cocktail recipe the obvious Tiki vibes is the… Continue Reading
Rum Runner Recipe – Rum Runner A classic Tiki Cocktail, the Rum Runner has two types of Rum and plenty of fruity flavours for a really fun and tropical drink. It has some more unusual liqueurs that you may not have on hand, namely Banana and Blackberry, but if you have them, everything is simple! Or hey, maybe you… 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