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.
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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…
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…
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
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
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
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
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
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 ReadingWhiskey Cocktails
Paper Plane Recipe – Paper Plane Created in the early 2000's, the Paper Plane feels like a classic but is obviously quite new! This cocktail has taken world by storm. This recipe was invented by New York bartender Sam Ross who named the drink after the song of the same name by rapper M.I.A. as it was a hit… 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
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
Scotch Sour Recipe – Scotch Sour Essentially just Scotch Whiskey and Lemon Juice, the Scotch Sour is a simplified Whiskey Sour that uses Scotch Whiskey instead of Bourbon. It also just uses Lemon Juice and forgoes the other ingredients for a pretty simple drink designed to improve a Scotch and add additional flavour notes. This recipes usually calls for… Continue Reading
Whiskey Smash Recipe – Whiskey Smash Kind of like a lemony version of a Mint Julep, the Whiskey Smash combines Mint with Lemon and Bourbon from a refreshing cocktail. This is a classic cocktail recipe dating back to the late 1800's. You'll see some similarities to other classic Whiskey cocktails, but also notice some differences.A big thing you'll notice… Continue ReadingGin Cocktails
Pink Lady Recipe – Pink Lady The Pink Lady is a fun cocktail that features Gin, Applejack, Lemon Juice, Grenadine, and an Egg White for a great appearance and mouth feel. This brings a number of interesting flavours that play together, especially with the combination of the Gin and Applejack.This Prohibition-era cocktail was seen as a woman's drink during… 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 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
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 Lita Grey Cocktail Recipe – Lita Grey Cocktail Named after the second wife of Charlie Chaplin, but still a relatively modern recipe, the Lita Grey Cocktail looks for classic style but with newer fashions. This cocktail has some fruity elements thanks to the Sloe Gin and Apricot Liqueur, this cocktail is really enjoyable and a lot of fun to make… Continue ReadingVodka Cocktails
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
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
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
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
Porn Star Martini Recipe – Porn Star Martini Sometimes called the Passion Star Martini, the Pornstar Martini strays quite far from what a Martini actually is. Sure it's served in a Martini glass and has Vodka in it, but that's about it. So, forgetting that this cocktail isn't really a Martini, it's still extremely tasty. This drink is designed to… Continue ReadingTequila 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
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 Mockingbird Recipe – Tequila Mockingbird A relatively simple sweet and spicy Tequila based cocktail with Watermelon, Lime Juice, and Agave Spirit make this cocktail an interesting winner.This recipe comes from New York bartender Greg Seider. Being a relatively common pun on the book To Kill a Mockingbird, there's more than a few cocktails that share this name. So… 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
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 ReadingRum Cocktails
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
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
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 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
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 ReadingClassic 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
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
Mojito Recipe – Mojito Rum, mint, lime: it's a great combination. No wonder the Mojito is such a popular cocktail. This refreshing cocktail is perfect for the summer or tropical weather and quite easy to make. Best enjoyed with company, make up a big batch and have some with friends.And to make sure you get the best possible… Continue Reading
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
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 ReadingLow Alcohol Cocktails
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
Kir Cocktail Recipe – Kir Cocktail The Kir is a very simple cocktail that just mixes White Wine with Creme de Cassis. This is the base of a number of similar cocktails including the Kir Royal (Champagne and Creme de Cassis) and the Tarantino (Lager and Creme de Cassis). There's also bigger variations on the Creme de Cassis with… 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
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
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
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
Blue Hawaiian Recipe – Blue Hawaiian The Blue Hawaiian is a Tiki riff on a Piña Colada with the addition of Blue Curaçao to give it its distinct colour (and further flavours). Because of its mesmerising appearance, this drink is a lot of fun to make and even more fun to enjoy. And if you're whipping up Piña Coladas,… Continue Reading
Mezcal Mai Tai Recipe – Mezcal Mai Tai As the name would suggest, the Mezcal Mai Tai is a riff on the standard Tiki cocktail classic, the Mai Tai. The Mezcal in this recipe gives a smokier flavour to the cocktail and some interest to an old favourite.Another (albeit small) change from our recipe is that this recipe calls for… 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
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