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…
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…
Jean Harlow Cocktail Recipe
Jean Harlow Cocktail Named after actress Jean Harlow as this was her favourite drink, this is a simple Rum Martini…
Lita Grey Cocktail Recipe
Lita Grey Cocktail Named after the second wife of Charlie Chaplin, but still a relatively modern recipe, the Lita Grey…
Nutty Martini Recipe
Nutty Martini If you're looking for a fun dessert drink, look no further than the Nutty Martini. Similar to the…
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
Sidecar Recipe – Sidecar A Cognac based cocktail, the Sidecar combines sweet, sour, and fruit notes to create a wonderful drink. This drink can be a little sweet for some, but not overly so. This is part of the charm of the cocktail and makes it very easy to drink, so watch out! It uses a failry eclectic… 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
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
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
Mimosa Recipe – Mimosa A very easy to make Champagne and Orange Juice cocktail, the Mimosa creates a good excuse to have a drink before noon (or any time of day really). The classic brunch cocktail, start the day with plenty of vitamin C and a Mimosa.Like a lot of other quick and easy Sparkling Wine based cocktails,… Continue ReadingWhiskey Cocktails
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
Remember the Maine Recipe – Remember the Maine Kind of a variation of the Manhattan, kind of a variation of a Sazerac, the Remember the Maine is made up of Rye, Absinthe, Sweet Vermouth, and Cherry Liqueur and is one of many older cocktails featuring these sorts of flavours. The Remember the Maine's recipe first surfaced in the late 1930's.The… Continue Reading
Godfather Cocktail Recipe – Godfather Cocktail A great cocktail for lovers of Scotch Whiskey, the Godfather opens up a good Scotch with a bit of Amaretto. Before you say it, no, this won't ruin an otherwise good Scotch. It's simply just a different way to enjoy a spirit that you already like.Since Scotch can have such a wide variety… 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
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 ReadingGin Cocktails
Martinez Recipe – Martinez An improved version of the Manhattan, the Martinez also has elements of a classic Martini and more. In fact, this cocktail likely predates the Martini, we just don't know by how long. Because of this, this cocktail is a must on your menu, if not for history alone.What's more on the history of 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
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
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
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 ReadingVodka Cocktails
Dirty Martini Recipe – Dirty Martini If you like a classic Vodka Martini, spice it up a little bit with some olives and brine for added flavour. Like a standard Martini, this cocktail is very easy to make and will be sure to be loved by yourself and friends.Our recipes calls for 15 mL of Olive Brine, but feel… 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
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
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 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 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
Juan Collins – Juan Collins Some call is a Jose Collins, some call it a Tequila Collins, some call it the Juan Collins. We're going to stick with Juan Collins as it's a Tequila variation on the classic cocktail recipe the Tom Collins, and Tom is only one syllable, and so is Juan. They also sound vaguely similar.… Continue Reading
El Pepino Cocktail Recipe – El Pepino El Pepino is a Tequila based cocktail that will probably remind you of a Margarita except with a few key differences. Like the Margarita, you're combining Tequila with Triple Sec and Lime Juice (albeit in slightly different ratios); these are tried and true flavours that go extremely well with Tequila, but El Pepino… Continue Reading
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
Tequila Sour Recipe – Tequila Sour What do you get when you combine a Margarita with a Whiskey Sour? You get a Tequila Sour. A lovely addition to the sour family, the Tequila Sour is everything you expect it to be. If you like a good sour, add this to the list.As with any variation, it may also be… 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
Knickerbocker Cocktail Recipe – Knickerbocker Cocktail Citrus, Rum, and raspberries, yum! An old New York cocktail that's great for summer with plenty of flavour and plenty of booze. Garnished with whatever fruit you have on hand, this is great to enjoy with any left over ingredients.The Knickerbocker Cocktail obviously takes its name from New York and is traditionally served… Continue Reading
Tiki 43 Recipe – Tiki 43 If you've never had Licor 43, we suggest you go out and buy a bottle! It's a liqueur that sits on the sweet side with elements of vanilla and some more complex herbal qualities to it. In fact, that's where the name Licor 43 comes from! It's a combination of 43 secret ingredients… Continue Reading
Downhill Racer Recipe – Downhill Racer The combined taste sensation of Amaretto with Golden Rum and a bit of pineapple creates a tropical and fun cocktail that's far from standard. We're putting this slightly in the Daiquiri camp since it's Rum and fruit thanks to the pineapple, but call it what you want. Just don't forget to use a… Continue Reading
Beachcomber Cocktail Recipe – Beachcomber Cocktail This Tiki cocktail, the Beachcomber, was surprisingly not invented by Tiki pioneer Don the Beachcomber, but rather Trader Vic, another pioneer of the Tiki style. As Tiki cocktails go, this one is actually pretty simple, with ingredients most people will have on hand.In a way, this is a riff on a Classic Daiquiri,… Continue ReadingClassic 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
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 Reading
Screwdriver Recipe – Screwdriver One of the simplest cocktails out there, the Screwdriver is just a combination of Vodka and Orange Juice. That's it! The Screwdriver joins the ranks of other two ingredient cocktails that mix Orange Juice with something else. Think wonderful cocktails like the Mimosa, Fuzzy Navel, or the Garibaldi. While these three are easy going… Continue Reading
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
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
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 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
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
Adonis Cocktail Recipe – Adonis Cocktail The Adonis Cocktail comes to us from the late 1800's Waldorf-Astoria and is an equal mixture of Fino Sherry and Sweet Vermouth. Fino Sherry is on the drier end of the spectrum so it's balanced well with the Sweet Vermouth. Since there's no high proof spirit in here, it's also a fairly low… 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 ReadingTiki 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
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
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 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