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…
Nutty Martini Recipe
Nutty Martini If you're looking for a fun dessert drink, look no further than the Nutty Martini. Similar to the…
Lita Grey Cocktail Recipe
Lita Grey Cocktail Named after the second wife of Charlie Chaplin, but still a relatively modern recipe, the Lita Grey…
Whiskey Spritz Recipe
Whiskey Spritz This is an easy to make low alcohol cocktail designed to refresh. Since it's low alcohol you can…
Jean Harlow Cocktail Recipe
Jean Harlow Cocktail Named after actress Jean Harlow as this was her favourite drink, this is a simple Rum Martini…
Gin Sling Recipe
Gin Sling A simple and refreshing cocktail, the Gin Sling is a bit of a mix of a Gin and…
Smokey Arroyo Recipe
Smokey Arroyo This is a fun Mezcal based cocktail that may remind you of a Margarita, with a little bit…
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
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
Mint Julep Recipe – Mint Julep The official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby, this refreshing cocktail is perfect on a spring day, and very easy to make. Just combine mint, Bourbon, and some Simple Syrup with crushed ice and you have a Mint Julep. It's pretty much that easy. And if you only have a few cocktail ingredients, you'll… 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 Reading
Caipiroska Recipe – Caipiroska A great easy going party drink, this Vodka based cocktail is simple, sweet, and tasty. This cocktail is just Vodka with Limes and sugar. That's it!Vodka can be a bit boring on its own, so this easy cocktail seeks to dress it up a little bit, but not too much. You might not even… 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
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
Fancy Whiskey Cocktail Recipe – Fancy Whiskey Cocktail It's a Whiskey cocktail, but it's… fancy. This is a pretty basic cocktail with some bits and pieces added to make it a bit fancier. Try this as a way to try whiskey in a different way.The recipe suggests a Blended Scotch Whiskey, but feel free to try it with any Scotch… 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 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 Reading
Irish Gold Cocktail Recipe – Irish Gold Cocktail An easy Irish Whiskey cocktail that also adds Peach Schnapps, Orange Juice, and Ginger Ale, this drink is still pretty Whiskey forward and has some booze to it so it's lots of fun. The combination of ingredients also gives this cocktail a great golden colour (hence the name), so it's wonderful to… Continue ReadingGin Cocktails
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
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
Reverse Martini Recipe – Reverse Martini A Reverse Martini is just a normal Gin Martini made… in reverse? Kind of…Instead of being mostly Gin with a small amount of Vermouth to smooth things out, a Reverse Martini uses 60 mL of Dry Vermouth with 30 mL of Gin. It's not quite completely opposite, but it does create a very… 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
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 ReadingVodka Cocktails
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 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
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
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
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 ReadingTequila Cocktails
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
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 Fright Night in the Grove Recipe – Fright Night in the Grove This recipe is brought to us by Jägermeister and uses Jägermeister (obviously) as well as Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, and some Simple Syrup for good measure. Jägermeister is often hard to use in cocktails, so it's fun to find good and interesting recipes that feature it well. This one is further… 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
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 ReadingRum Cocktails
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
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
Bacardi Cocktail Recipe – Bacardi Cocktail The Bacardi Cocktail is a relatively simple rum based cocktail that was the precursor to the only slightly more complicated Bacardi Special. Both cocktails are wonderful though!In a lot of way, the Bacardi Cocktail is really just a Classic Daiquiri that adds some grenadine to it. And by "a lot of ways," we… Continue Reading
Between the Sheets Recipe – Between the Sheets Another pre-Prohibition classic that includes Rum, Cognac, Cointreau, and Lemon Juice, you may see a lot of a Sidecar in this drink, and you wouldn't be wrong. This recipe, however, adds White Rum and some slightly different ingredient ratios to create a very different flavour profile. But if a Sidecar is your… 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 ReadingClassic Cocktails
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
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 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 Reading
Manhattan Recipe – Manhattan Another classic from the pre-prohibition era of cocktails, the Manhattan has been around since the late 1800's. As with other simple Whiskey cocktails, don't worry about those who say you're ruining perfectly good Rye. Use this cocktail as a way to enjoy Rye even more.If you enjoy a Martini, this drink may be a… Continue Reading
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 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
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 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
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 ReadingTiki Cocktails
Tequila Diablo Rojo Recipe – Tequila Diablo Rojo Meaning "Tequila Red Devil" in Spanish, the Tequila Diablo Rojo is a fun Tequila based cocktail that's easy to sip on but has a nice kick to it as well. The Ginger Beer makes this cocktail a longer drink, so it's a good one if you want to enjoy a Tequila cocktail… 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
Surf Liner Cocktail Recipe – Surf Liner The Surf Liner is one of the many amazing Tiki cocktail recipes that pack a punch in flavour. While the recipe has a full 60 mL of rye in it, that can often be relatively tame for Tiki recipes though. Another different that you may have already noted is that the Surf Liner… 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 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