30 Refreshing White Wine Cocktails
When it comes to cocktails, white wine often gets overshadowed by its bolder red counterpart. But let me tell you, white wine has a whole world of flavor and versatility just waiting to be explored! Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting a dinner party, or simply looking to unwind after a long day, white wine cocktails are the perfect way to add a refreshing twist to your drink menu.
In this post, I’m sharing 30 delicious white wine cocktails that are not only easy to make but also guaranteed to impress your friends and family. From zesty spritzers to fruity fusions, there’s something here for everyone. So grab your favorite bottle of white and your cocktail shaker and let’s get mixing! Cheers!
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30 White Wine Cocktails
1. White Wine Spritzer
A classic and refreshing drink, perfect for warm days.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 2 oz soda water
- Ice
- Lemon or lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with ice, pour in the white wine, top with soda water.
- Garnish with a lemon or lime wedge.
2. Sangria Blanca
A fruity and vibrant beverage, ideal for gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle white wine
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1 cup mixed fresh fruits (peaches, oranges, berries)
- 2 cups soda water
Instructions:
- In a large pitcher, combine white wine, brandy, and fruits.
- Chill for a few hours, then add soda water before serving.
3. Mimosa
A staple for brunch, combining the elegance of champagne with the sweetness of orange juice.
Ingredients:
- 3 oz sparkling white wine
- 1 oz orange juice
Instructions:
- In a champagne flute, pour the orange juice and top with sparkling wine.
- Stir gently and serve.
4. White Wine Mojito
A refreshing twist on the classic mojito, perfect for summer.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- Muddle mint leaves and lime juice in a glass.
- Add simple syrup and ice, then pour in white wine and top with soda water.
- Stir gently.
5. Lemon Basil White Wine Cooler
A refreshing drink combining citrus and herbal notes.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz lemon juice
- Fresh basil leaves
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, muddle basil with lemon juice.
- Add ice, pour in white wine, and top with soda water.
- Stir and garnish with a basil leaf.
6. Peach Bellini
A delightful and fruity cocktail, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz peach puree
- 4 oz sparkling white wine
Instructions:
- In a champagne flute, add peach puree and top with sparkling wine.
- Stir gently to combine.
7. Sparkling White Wine and Elderflower
A floral and bubbly cocktail that’s elegant and refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz sparkling white wine
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- Lemon twist (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine elderflower liqueur and sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
8. Cucumber Mint White Wine Cocktail
A light and refreshing drink, perfect for hot weather.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz cucumber juice
- Fresh mint leaves
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- Muddle mint leaves in a glass.
- Add ice, cucumber juice, and white wine.
- Top with soda water and stir gently.
9. Raspberry White Wine Fizz
A fruity and bubbly cocktail that’s great for parties.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz raspberry puree
- Soda water
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine raspberry puree and white wine.
- Top with soda water and garnish with fresh raspberries.
10. Tropical White Wine Punch
A fruity punch that brings a taste of the tropics to any gathering.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle white wine
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup coconut water
- Sliced tropical fruits (pineapple, mango)
Instructions:
- In a large pitcher, mix white wine, pineapple juice, and coconut water.
- Add sliced fruits and chill before serving.
11. Apple Cider White Wine Cocktail
A cozy and seasonal drink, perfect for fall.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 2 oz apple cider
- Apple slices (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine white wine and apple cider.
- Garnish with apple slices.
12. Pineapple Coconut White Wine Slush
A frozen tropical delight that’s refreshing and fun.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (frozen)
- 1/2 cup coconut water
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Serve immediately in a chilled glass.
13. Strawberry White Wine Sangria
A sweet and fruity sangria that’s perfect for summer.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle white wine
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 orange (sliced)
- 2 cups soda water
Instructions:
- In a pitcher, combine white wine, brandy, strawberries, and orange slices.
- Chill, then add soda water before serving.
14. Ginger Peach White Wine Spritzer
A zesty and fruity spritzer that’s refreshing and invigorating.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz ginger ale
- 1 oz peach puree
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, add ice, peach puree, and white wine.
- Top with ginger ale and stir gently.
15. Lemonade White Wine Slush
A refreshing frozen cocktail that’s perfect for summer parties.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup lemonade (frozen)
Instructions:
- Blend white wine and frozen lemonade until smooth.
- Serve in a chilled glass.
16. Chardonnay Mojito
A refreshing cocktail with a twist, using chardonnay for a unique flavor.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz chardonnay
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- Muddle mint leaves and lime juice in a glass.
- Add simple syrup and ice, pour in chardonnay, and top with soda water.
- Stir gently.
17. Mango White Wine Spritzer
A tropical and fruity spritzer that’s sure to please.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz mango puree
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine mango puree and white wine.
- Add ice and top with soda water.
- Stir gently.
18. Honeydew Melon White Wine Cocktail
A light and refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for summer.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz honeydew melon puree
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, mix honeydew puree and white wine.
- Add ice and stir gently.
19. Citrus White Wine Punch
A vibrant punch that combines various citrus flavors with white wine.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle white wine
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup grapefruit juice
- Slices of citrus fruits (lemons, limes, oranges)
Instructions:
- In a large pitcher, combine white wine, orange juice, and grapefruit juice.
- Add citrus slices and chill before serving.
20. Lavender White Wine Spritzer
An elegant and floral cocktail that’s perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz lavender syrup
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine lavender syrup and white wine.
- Add ice and top with soda water.
- Stir gently.
21. Kiwi White Wine Cooler
A fruity cooler that’s both refreshing and delightful.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz kiwi puree
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, mix kiwi puree and white wine.
- Add ice and top with soda water.
- Stir gently.
22. Frozen White Wine Margarita
A fun and slushy take on the classic margarita.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup frozen margarita mix
Instructions:
- Blend white wine and frozen margarita mix until smooth.
- Serve in a chilled glass with a salt rim.
23. Cranberry White Wine Cocktail
A festive cocktail that’s perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine white wine and cranberry juice.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries.
24. Spiced Pear White Wine Cocktail
A cozy and warming cocktail, perfect for fall.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz spiced pear puree
Instructions:
- In a glass, mix spiced pear puree and white wine.
- Stir gently and serve.
25. Watermelon White Wine Slush
A refreshing frozen cocktail that’s perfect for summer parties.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup watermelon chunks (frozen)
Instructions:
- Blend white wine and frozen watermelon until smooth.
- Serve in a chilled glass.
26. Vanilla White Wine Spritzer
A unique and sweet spritzer that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz vanilla syrup
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine vanilla syrup and white wine.
- Add ice and top with soda water. Stir gently.
27. Coconut Lime White Wine Cocktail
A tropical cocktail that’s refreshing and delicious.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz coconut water
- 1 oz lime juice
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, mix coconut water, lime juice, and white wine.
- Add ice and stir gently.
28. Berry Fizz White Wine Cocktail
A bubbly and fruity cocktail that’s perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 1 oz mixed berry puree
- Soda water
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine berry puree and white wine.
- Top with soda water and stir gently.
29. Pomegranate White Wine Spritzer
A festive and refreshing spritzer that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 2 oz pomegranate juice
- Soda water
- Pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a glass, mix pomegranate juice and white wine.
- Top with soda water and garnish with pomegranate seeds.
30. Grapefruit White Wine Cocktail
A zesty and refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for any time of year.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz white wine
- 2 oz grapefruit juice
- Ice
Instructions:
- In a glass, combine white wine and grapefruit juice.
- Add ice and stir gently.
The beauty of mixing drinks is all about experimentation, so don’t hesitate to put your own spin on these recipes. Gather your friends, shake things up, and enjoy the refreshing vibes that come with a chilled glass of white wine in hand. Cheers to good times and great cocktails – here’s to many more delicious sips ahead!
Wow that’s a fab list
Not heard of many of these
Will be fun trying them all