65 Father's Day Cocktail and Drink Recipes
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Father's Day

67 Father's Day Cocktail Recipes for the Best Dad Ever

Raise a glass (with one of these tasty, boozy drinks in it) to Dad this Father's Day.

Getting together with Dad calls for a celebratory drink, but of course, not every father likes the same sort of Father's Day cocktail. Is he a Scotch drinker? More of a G&T guy? Into mezcal or open to whatever new amaro you're loving lately? If you're drinking together whilegrilling up lunch, something light and refreshing is the way to go; if you're dropping off treats at his doorstep, something batched and long-lasting is a good bet. Below you'll find 67 of our best cocktail recipes for your Father's Day menu.

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    Islay and Olive

    This batched cocktail is a super-savory take on the dirty martini. You can make a bottle and drop it off at Dad's door if you aren't spending Father's Day together, or send him home with cocktails to go for the days ahead.

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    Frozen Boozy Arnold Palmer

    Transform the classic iced tea–lemonade combo into a refreshing frozen cocktail to sip on the back porch while the grill does its thing.

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    That'll Take the Edge Off

    Does Dad love Scotch? Here's a super boozy, herbal-Scotchy drink that'll relax his shoulders, clear his mind, and maybe get him telling old stories…

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  • Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Sophie Strangio, Food Styling by Pearl Jones
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    Spicy Citrus Refresher

    This big batch of jalapeño-spiced orange-lime juice keeps in the fridge for a couple of days. Pour it over ice and top it with seltzer for a refreshing alcohol-free pick-me-up.

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    Frozen Gin and Tonic

    Dad's had a million gin and tonics. But has he ever had afrozenone? This version uses tonic syrup instead of standard fizzy tonic water; you'll want to get your supplies in advance since it might requirean online order.

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    Tropic Like It's Hot

    This pineapple and tequila cocktail is a beach party in a glass.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Sophie Strangio, Food Styling by Michelle Gatton
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    3-Ingredient Grilled Orange Margarita

    Grilled oranges infuse this refreshing drink with slightly sweet, slightly bitter notes and smoky flavor, balanced by bright lime juice and aged tequila.

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    Gin Rocket

    This spin on the gimlet fromThe One-Bottle Cocktailuses shaved fennel and muddled arugula, which gives it an anise-and-pepper flavor that’s ideal for serving with seafood or light pasta dishes.

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    Aperol Spritz

    This classic, refreshing combo should be credited with starting the whole spritz phenomenon in the United States. It's the ideal Father's Day drink for an outdoor celebration.

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    Blackberry-Cucumber Mule

    Just when this crowd-pleasing berry drink heats things up—hi there, ginger beer—it starts to cool things down, thanks to muddled cucumber and mint.

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    Scotchy Boulevardiers for a Crowd

    If Dad's more of a whiskey guy than a gin drinker, get this drink batched up. The Negroni's rye and Scotch-laced cousin is peppery, dry, and wonderfully savory.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Beatrice Chastka, Food Styling by Kate Schmidt
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    Cherry-Bourbon Soda Can Cocktail

    Does Dad like to spend Father's Day by the grill? Adding bourbon and Campari to cherry cola makes for a sweet, spicy, and refreshing backyard drink to keep him cool while he glazes thoseribs.

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    Tuxedo No. 2

    Talk to your Dad about his preferred martini—he may just like it beston ice. But if he's open to a less-familiar variation, try making him this version, which mixes gin, maraschino liqueur, vermouth, and absinthe, and is lightly luscious.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Alex Brannian, Food Styling by Dawn Perry
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    Grilled Stone Fruit Sangria

    Grilled peaches, plums, and nectarines add a natural caramelized sweetness to this refreshing drink.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Katherine Sacks
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    Frozen Pineapple Mojito

    Pineapple cups make a fun presentation for this frosty summer cocktail, but if you're short on time, just use regular cocktail glasses instead.

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    Paloma

    The simplest Paloma uses just tequila (or mezcal) and a grapefruit soda like Squirt, and it comes out great that way. But this fresh-fruit version is worth whipping up for Father's Day.

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    Three Dots and a Dash

    Created during World War II by Donn Beach, the instigator of the American tiki craze, this cocktail's name is Morse code for “Victory.”

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    Cold Toddy

    Take down the temperature of a classic hot toddy for a more refreshing approach to the seasonal mix of tea, citrus, spices, and rye whiskey.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Katherine Sacks
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    The Mezcal Sunset

    Smoky mezcal, tart homemade grenadine, and a splash of sparkling wine give this twist on the tequila sunrise a modern upgrade.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, food styling by Tommy Werner
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    The Husker Dew

    Coffee-cherry simple syrup lends fruity and floral notes to this refreshing summer cocktail.

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    The Green Vesper

    他总是想让你吃你的蔬菜;现在, it's his turn to drink them! This gin-based cocktail gets its color from refreshing arugula syrup.

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    Spiced Cherry Spritz

    Lambrusco and amaro are amazing together. Prove it to Dad with this deeply flavorful cocktail.

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    Spiked Ginger-Lemonade Soda Can Cocktail

    Served in a can of ginger beer, this tart, pleasantly bitter drink is as well-balanced as a complex cocktail.

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    Yellow Tomato Bloody Mary

    Teach Dad your signature Bloody Mary, starting with super-sweet yellow tomatoes.

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    Kitty Highball

    W. C. Whitfield’s original Kitty Highball recipe—equal parts red wine and ginger ale over ice—goes contemporary. In this deconstructed version the ginger ale is replaced with ginger syrup and soda.

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    Perfect Circle

    The simple combination of sharp Campari and salty fino sherry makes for a spritz that quenches your thirst and works wonderfully with potato chips, olives, or aged cheeses.

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    The Sicilian Slush

    If Dad loves the citrusy bite of Campari, it’s time to introduce him to his new favorite summer drink.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, food styling by Matt Duckor
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    The Cherry Bomb

    This play on the classic whiskey smash incorporates spicy, dark rum and fresh, dark sweet cherries.

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    Derby Mint Julep

    Do simple drinks get more refreshing than this? This julep doubles down on the mint flavor with a bright mint syrup and fresh mint leaves. If you've been growing a garden this summer, now's the time to reap the benefits in cocktail form.

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    Pineapple-Hibiscus Cocktail

    We love the citrusy sour flavor of hibiscus, not to mention its amazing color; jalapeños give the cocktail some zing.

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    Bird of Paradise

    This refreshing riff on a classic tiki drink brings together overproof rum, Aperol, fresh lime, and pineapple juice. A pineapple leaf makes a nice-looking garnish.

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    Beer's Knees

    If Dad loves beer and cocktails equally, mix him one of these refreshers.

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    Blackberry Collins

    This refreshing cocktail recipe is also a flexible one; if you can't find good blackberries, feel free to sub cherries, blueberries, or strawberries.

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    The Spring Forward

    Infuse vodka with rosemary for a personalized Father's Day gift, then use the spirit to make this grapefruit cocktail.

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    Mezcal Sour

    This cocktail gets its lofty, fluffy froth from egg whites and two-step mixing technique. The first shake, without ice, helps create the foam. After adding ice, the second shake chills the drink and further aerates the whites.

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    All She Wrote

    The Italian bittersweet vermouth called Punt e Mes is the secret to this bold but low-alcohol concoction fromBatch Cocktails. If Dad's into cocktail experiments, give him a jar of this drink to age at home in the fridge; it'll keep a year or more and get more and more delicious.

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    Gold Rush

    There's not much that's simpler—or more delicious—than honey, bourbon, and lemon juice.

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    Gin Basil Smash

    这种饮料打碎罗勒,但是你可以粉碎anything—tarragon, mint, thyme, cilantro, or makrut lime leaves if you've got 'em. Let this drink inspire you.

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    Pimm's Spritz

    皮姆的组合和Cel-Ray苏打认罪santly herbal- and celery-forward.

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    Beer Americano

    Replacing soda water with a beer float makes for a frothy, refreshing twist on the Americano, a classic Italian cocktail.

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    Bobby Burns

    Scotch isn't just for sipping on its own; here it stars in a cocktail that's enriched with sweet vermouth and honeyed Bénédictine. Making a bottle full (or two!) means everyone can serve themselves.

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    Siesta

    You won't be sorry—but you may want a nap—after sipping this tequila, grapefruit, and Campari cocktail.

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    Perfect Bourbon Manhattans

    Bourbon gets top billing in this classic whiskey cocktail; a combination of sweet and dry vermouths earns it the moniker "perfect."

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    Classic Michelada

    This savory and slightly spicy concoction is perfect for a daytime celebration.

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    Smoke Signals

    Take Dad's cocktail to the barbecue. Use hickory wood chips and pecans to make this whiskey cocktail.

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  • Photo by Paul H. Christian, Food Styling by Michele Figliuolo
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    Mojito

    Using simple syrup means you won't have any grainy bits in this refreshing Father's Day cocktail.

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    Cynar Spritz

    Sweet, citrusy grapefruit pairs well with herbaceous Cynar, and adding dry Prosecco provides balance.

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    Chiltern Firehouse's Negroni

    This Father's Day drink is ideal for serving with pre-dinner snacks. It's the classic recipe, but the ratio has been adjusted a bit for the ideal balance of bitter, sweet, and boozy.

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    Blue Smoke Bloody Mary

    Pickled okra brine makes this bloody Mary variation a standout.

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    Red Hook Criterium

    This bitter and juicy highball brings together amaro, grapefruit, lemon, and gin. It's the perfect refreshing drink for a dad who's into Italian liqueurs.

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    Rum Swizzle

    Crushed ice is essential to this Caribbean classic. If your fridge doesn't make it automatically, just place ice cubes in a ziptop bag and smash with a rolling pin ormallet.

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    Nacho Vidal

    The spicy and perfectly tart chile-lime shrub (flavored drinking vinegar) gives this pitcher-friendly tequila and Campari cocktail from Josef Centeno a refreshing quality.

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    Grilled Lemon Shandy

    Grilling the lemons brings out their aroma and natural sweetness. It also adds a roasty complexity to a super refreshing cocktail.

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    Arnie’s Gimlet Slush

    Ice tea, lime juice, and vodka whir up into a slushy summer refresher.

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    The Classic Margarita

    With few ingredients to hide behind, this classic recipe demands good spirits. Buy Dad a nice bottle and convince him to crack it open for everyone to enjoy.

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    Sbagliato

    This Negroni variation skips the gin and is lightened up with a splash of sparkling wine. If you'regrilling pizzafor Father's Day, this is a great way to kick things off.

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