20 Easy Drinks With Few Ingredients

The Salty Dog Recipe

Say goodbye to screwdrivers, you've just found your new favorite brunch cocktail. It doesn't get much better than this perfect blend of vodka and grapefruit juice. 

Moscow Mule Recipe

A classic cocktail made with vodka and ginger beer. A Moscow Mule is traditionally served in a copper mug, but you can also enjoy it in a highball glass filled with ice.

Simple Screwdriver Recipe

Vodka and orange juice– it doesn’t get much easier. Here's to everyone's favorite brunch cocktail! 

Bay Breeze Recipe

Fruit juices and vodka are all you'll need for this beachy cocktail. Now all you need is a tropical island!

La Croix Margarita Recipe

For a lighter spin on the classic margarita, look no further than a can of lime LaCroix, or your favorite lime-flavored seltzer water of choice. With no added sugar, this skinny version is super easy to make and comes with significantly less guilt. Serve in a festive margarita glass rimmed with salt, if desired.

Frozen Lemonade with Coconut Rum Recipe

This 3-ingredient, easy-to-make frozen drink is based on the bar specialty at the Fish Trap restaurant in Cruz Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands.

Kamikaze Shots Recipe

A combination of vodka, triple sec, and lime juice are guaranteed to get the party started. Pace yourself– these shooters are strong!

Basic Jello Shots Recipe

You may be tempted to use straight vodka, but don't! By using flavored vodka instead of regular, you can create delicious flavors that actually make Jello Shots taste good! Imagine that.

Peanut Whiskey and Cola Recipe

The classic Southern combination of peanuts and Coca-Cola gets a boozy makeover for the holidays.

Simple Cocktail Punch Recipe

Keep it simple during your next happy hour with this easy cocktail. All you need are two juices, a lime, and some vodka.

Sparkling Pomegranate Cocktail Recipe

This simple, delicious cocktail can easily be doubled to serve more guests. For an equally delightful nonalcoholic version, simply mix one part pomegranate juice to two parts sparkling water.

Boozy Lavender Lemonade Recipe

Refreshing lemonade gets a delightful floral twist with lavender-infused vodka. Use your Magical Butter Machine to create this simple flavored booze in just an hour, making this recipe perfect for last-minute parties. It serves a crowd, so be prepared to share. Outside of the context of the big-batch, fizzy lemonade cocktail we've made here, the lavender-infused vodka also makes for an excellent homemade gift. 

Black Russian Recipe

You're just a few simple steps away from this classic cocktail made with vodka and coffee liqueur.

Skinny Strawberry Vodka Lemonade Recipe

Looking for a sweet cocktail without all the sugar? This low-carb drink is sweet and tangy with a subtle flavor of fresh strawberry. If strawberries aren’t your favorite, you could substitute any summer fruit here for a spiked light cocktail. 

Black Velvet Recipe

The next time you have an occasion to toast, skip the traditional bubbly. Instead, pour sparkling wine into Champagne flutes, filling half full. Top with an equal amount of chilled stout beer.

Sparkling Citrus Cocktail Recipe

Serve a company-worthy holiday cocktail made with fruit juices, sparkling wine, and sugar.

Pear and Pomegranate Bellini Recipe

For an elegant and fruity cocktail ready in just 5 minutes, try this easy bellini made with brandy, pomegranate juice and prosecco.

Champagne and Cranberries Recipe

Though this is one of the shortest recipes we've ever published (you're literally just combining two ingredients in a glass), it's one of our favorite drinks.

Cava Sangria Recipe

For a light and quick poolside drink, Cava Sangria is the way to go. Refreshing and fruity, this 5-ingredient sangria has the perfect combination of flavors from the strawberries and mint leaves. After the first sip, you’ll feel like you’re on vacation.

La Croix Watermelon Agua Fresca Recipe

Similar to a margarita, this tequila-based cocktail gets an upgrade with fresh watermelon juice. Ultra-refreshing and hydrating, this summertime cocktail is the perfect combination of citrusy bubbles, seasonal summer produce, and a splash of booze.