15 Drinks That Tasted Like Vacation Days
Nothing says time off like a drink that hits just right, and these 15 recipes do exactly that. Whether poured over ice or blended smooth, each one brings a little break to your glass. Some are spiked, others aren’t, but all lean into fruit, fizz, and flavor. They’re quick to mix and hard to forget.

Empress 1908 Gin Sour Cocktail

Empress 1908 Gin Sour Cocktail combines butterfly pea flower gin with lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters for a colorful twist on a classic. It’s ready in about 5 minutes using just four ingredients. The flavor is citrusy with a floral edge and a smooth, balanced finish. It’s clean, tart, and easy to sip slowly.
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Jenessa’s Cadillac Margarita

Jenessa’s Cadillac Margarita uses tequila, Grand Marnier, lime juice, and simple syrup for a bold, citrus-forward drink. It comes together in about 5 minutes with just a shake and pour. The flavor is smooth, bright, and just a little sharp from the orange liqueur. It’s strong without being too heavy.
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Raspberry Bellini Mocktail

Raspberry Bellini Mocktail mixes raspberry puree with sparkling non-alcoholic wine for a festive drink that’s done in 5 minutes. It uses frozen raspberries, lemon juice, and Fre Brut to create a tart, fizzy blend. The taste is berry-forward with just enough sweetness. It’s light and feels like something to celebrate.
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Champagne Pomegranate Cocktail

Champagne Pomegranate Cocktail mixes bubbly champagne with pomegranate juice and orange liqueur in a drink that’s ready in 3 minutes. It features dry champagne, tart juice, and triple sec for a crisp and slightly sweet flavor. The color is bold, and the taste is smooth with just a hint of citrus. It pairs well with anything light.
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Blackberry Bourbon Smash

Blackberry Bourbon Smash uses bourbon, blackberries, lemon, and mint for a strong, fruity cocktail that’s ready in 10 minutes. The main ingredients are bourbon, muddled berries, and simple syrup. The flavor is dark, tart, and slightly smoky with a fresh finish. It works well over crushed ice and keeps its punch.
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Classic Mint Julep Cocktail

The Classic Mint Julep Cocktail combines fresh mint, bourbon, and sugar over crushed ice in about 5 minutes. It’s made with three main ingredients and tastes cold, sharp, and sweet. The mint stays in the background but adds a refreshing kick. It’s strong, simple, and always served chilled.
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Virgin Moscow Mule

Virgin Moscow Mule combines lime juice, ginger beer, and club soda into a bubbly mocktail in about 5 minutes. It uses just three ingredients and delivers a sharp, gingery flavor with a tart finish. The fizz keeps it light and refreshing without any alcohol. It’s easy to pour and even easier to drink.
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Raspberry Mocktail (The Vow)

Raspberry Mocktail (The Vow) blends raspberry puree, lemon juice, and sparkling water for a sweet-tart drink with a strong berry hit. It takes under 5 minutes using simple ingredients. The flavor is bright with just enough tang to keep it interesting. It’s smooth, fizzy, and made to serve in a chilled glass.
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The Best Virgin Bloody Mary Recipe With V8

The Best Virgin Bloody Mary uses V8 juice, lemon, Worcestershire, and hot sauce to make a savory mocktail in under 10 minutes. It includes celery and black pepper for bite and flavor. The result is rich, bold, and slightly spicy without any alcohol. It holds up well at brunch or anytime you want something salty.
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Delicious Blue Hawaiian Mocktail

Delicious Blue Hawaiian Mocktail mixes pineapple juice, coconut milk, and blue curaçao syrup in a tropical-style drink done in 5 minutes. The flavor is creamy and sweet with a fruity kick. The blue color stands out, but the taste is soft and smooth. It’s cold, fun, and easy to batch.
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Spicy Pineapple Margarita Mocktail (With Jalapeño)

Spicy Pineapple Margarita Mocktail brings together pineapple juice, lime, jalapeño, and sparkling water in a five-minute pour. The heat from the jalapeño adds just enough edge to the sweet citrus base. It tastes bold, tangy, and clean with a light fizz. It’s balanced and leaves a little tingle behind.
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Creamy Pina Colada (Without Specialty Ingredients!)

Creamy Pina Colada uses coconut milk, pineapple juice, and frozen banana to make a smooth mocktail in about 10 minutes. The texture is thick and cold, almost like a milkshake. The flavor is sweet and rich without needing alcohol or extras. It feels like a beach day in a glass.
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Orange Grapefruit Punch Mocktail

Orange Grapefruit Punch Mocktail mixes two juices with lemon-lime soda and mint for a citrus-heavy drink that’s ready in 5 minutes. The flavor is tart, fizzy, and not too sweet. It’s easy to scale for a group and holds its chill. The finish is crisp with a clean citrus hit.
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Mango Mule Mocktail

Mango Mule Mocktail blends mango juice, lime, and ginger beer in a chilled copper mug in about 5 minutes. It’s fruity with a bit of bite from the ginger. The texture is smooth with a bubbly finish. It’s sweet, spicy, and tastes like something you’d order on vacation.
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Raspberry Mojito Cocktail

Raspberry Mojito Cocktail stirs raspberries, mint, rum, lime, and soda water into a drink that’s done in under 10 minutes. The flavor is bright, lightly sweet, and herbal with just enough rum to warm it up. The fruit stands out without being overpowering. It’s fresh, fizzy, and best served ice cold.
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