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
London Mule Recipe – London Mule Whether you call this cocktail a London Mule, or Gin Mule, it doesn't matter. Basically, all this cocktail is is a Moscow Mule variation using Gin instead of Vodka! Variations on the Moscow Mule are easy to do. We've even seen this cocktail be called a Munich Mule and a Foghorn as well.… Continue Reading
Death In The Afternoon Recipe – Death In The Afternoon Here's a super simple two ingredient cocktail; it's just Absinthe and Champagne! The Death In The Afternoon cocktail was invented by Ernest Hemingway and has the same name as one of his books. Because of this, the Death In The Afternoon cocktail is sometimes called the Hemingway Champagne or just the… Continue Reading
Aperol Spritz Recipe – Aperol Spritz The Aperol Spritz is a classic Prosecco cocktail perfect for a warm day. You can make these up in the glass or increase the recipe to make a batch to share with friends and family. We use a standard recipe with equal parts of every ingredient, but feel free to modify to your… 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 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 ReadingWhiskey Cocktails
Rob Roy Recipe – Rob Roy Do you like to drink Manhattans? Well, give the Rob Roy a go! It's pretty similar to a Manhattan but Scotch Whiskey instead of Rye. Basically it's a nice twist on a classic.Yes, there will be some who say that this ruins perfectly good Scotch. However, this is just a new way to… 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 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
Improved Whiskey Cocktail Recipe – Improved Whiskey Cocktail If you like an Old Fashioned but want something a little bit more, the Improved Whiskey Cocktail is for you. How is it "improved?" Well, you're essentially making an Old Fashioned with a few more ingredients thrown in. This creates a cocktail with tons of flavour that's a whole lot of fun.Nothing… Continue Reading
Whiskey Ginger Recipe – Whiskey Ginger A super simple Irish Whiskey and Ginger Ale cocktail, the Whiskey Ginger is basically just that, with a bit of lime for good measure. Being a tall drink, the Whiskey Ginger is also a relatively low alcohol mixed drink, so it's nice and refreshing without getting too over the top.If you like Whiskey,… Continue ReadingGin Cocktails
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 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
Tuxedo No. 2 Recipe – Tuxedo No. 2 Here's another Martini style cocktail that takes the basic Gin and Dry Vermouth mixture and really expands on it. Yes, the Tuxedo No. 2 is a bit more complicated than a basic Gin Martini, but it makes the cocktail come very much into its own. Yes, the Tuxedo No. 2 has Gin… Continue Reading
Army and Navy Recipe – Army and Navy The Army and Navy cocktail is a relatively simple recipe that just uses Gin, Lemon Juice, Orgeat, and Bitters. It's not the least complicated cocktail recipe out there, but it's also far from the most. What's better, it uses some pretty common ingredients for most home bars but still managed to be… 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 ReadingVodka Cocktails
Greyhound Cocktail Recipe – Greyhound Cocktail The Greyhound Cocktail is an easy classic with just two ingredients: Vodka and Grapefruit Juice. Some like to add a little bit of sugar to it in order to offset how tart it can be from the Grapefruit Juice, but if you want to be traditional, keep it simple. Any way 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
Vesper Recipe – Vesper Invented by James Bond (well Ian Flemming actually), the Vesper is a boozy Martini variation using both Gin and Vodka, with Lillet Blanc instead of Vermouth. The original recipe from Casino Royale calls for Kina Lillet instead of Lillet Blanc, but that doesn't look to be available anymore. James Bond also specifies that grain… 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 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 ReadingTequila Cocktails
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
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
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 Reading
Tequila Martini Recipe – Tequila Martini The classic Gin Martini is a classic for so many reasons: it's simple, it's easy to make, and it tastes great. It also works well as an inspiration for so many other cocktail recipes, and the Tequila Martini is no different. While a lot of riffs on the original Martini make quite a… Continue Reading
Lone Ranger Recipe – Lone Ranger While a recipe containing Tequila, Lemon Juice, and some Simple Syrup doesn't sound surprising, throwing a bit of Sparkling Rosé in there is what makes this cocktail interesting. The standard recipe for the Lone Ranger calls for a Brut Rosé, but feel free to use a style to suit your taste, especially if… Continue ReadingRum Cocktails
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
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
Cuba Libre Recipe – Cuba Libre Don't say it's "just a Rum and Coke" because it's more than that. It's easy enough to mix up Rum and Coke, but adding a bit of lime juice and presenting this cocktail in a lovely fashion sets it apart. Not just something to pour down your throat, the Cuba Libre is a… Continue Reading
Zombie Cocktail Recipe – Zombie Cocktail Here's another, quite frankly, amazing Tiki classic, the Zombie.The Zombie is a cocktail that really lives up to the name. There is plenty of alcohol in the Zombie and it will probably turn you into a walking corpse. Naturally, cocktails usually have alcohol in them, so, if you dare have a Zombie on… Continue Reading
Painkiller Recipe – Painkiller The Painkiller is a lovely combination of Dark Rum, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, and Cream of Coconut. In a lot of ways it's similar to a Piña Colada, but stronger, changed ratios, and an addition of Orange Juice. All that vitamin C and the extra booze will really cure anything that's causing you pain!… Continue ReadingClassic Cocktails
Negroni Recipe – Negroni What better cocktail to sip on before dinner than a Negroni? A little bitter, a little sweet, and a lot of tasty, the Negroni is a quick and easy cocktail to make and enjoy. Whip up a batch of these with friends and enjoy while dinner is being cooked or simply sitting and relaxing.If… 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 Cuba Libre Recipe – Cuba Libre Don't say it's "just a Rum and Coke" because it's more than that. It's easy enough to mix up Rum and Coke, but adding a bit of lime juice and presenting this cocktail in a lovely fashion sets it apart. Not just something to pour down your throat, the Cuba Libre is a… Continue Reading
Vodka Martini Recipe – Vodka Martini Simple and elegant, most know about Martinis, whether using Gin or Vodka. This, of course, is the Vodka Martini.The Martini is classy and can be modified endlessly. Just pop your ingredients in our cocktail maker to see what you can make with what you have, many of which are variations on this classic… Continue Reading
Harvey Wallbanger Recipe – Harvey Wallbanger A balanced and fruity Vodka based cocktail, the Harvey Wallbanger is a classic standard that is sure to please. Enjoy with friends on a Summer evening, or even on your own with your feet up.The origin of the name Harvery Wallbanger is still up for debate. The creators of the cocktail claim it… Continue ReadingLow Alcohol Cocktails
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 Sherry Cobbler Recipe – Sherry Cobbler For Sherry lovers, and pretty much anybody else for that matter, the Sherry Cobbler is a wonderful treat of a cocktail. A lot of people like to simply sip at straight Sherry, but it actually works well in a variety of cocktails, especially a cocktail where the Sherry is actually the base, like… Continue Reading Aperol Spritz Recipe – Aperol Spritz The Aperol Spritz is a classic Prosecco cocktail perfect for a warm day. You can make these up in the glass or increase the recipe to make a batch to share with friends and family. We use a standard recipe with equal parts of every ingredient, but feel free to modify to your… 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
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 ReadingTiki Cocktails
Navy Grog Recipe – Navy Grog Navy Grog is a classic Tiki cocktail that kicks things up a notch in complexity with not one, not two, but three types of Rum. It also brings Lime and Grapefruit Juice, Honey, and a bit of Club Soda to take things even further. The recipe we're presenting is pretty close to the… 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 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
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
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