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You've DIY'd their gift, picked out the perfect date night outfit, and now it's time to settle on a romantic, mouth-watering drink menu for Valentine's Day. We're here to report that pink co*cktails are the perfect solution for Valentine's Day.

You don't have to be a master chef or co*cktailextraordinaire to make these delicious pink co*cktails. No matter what you indulge in, these pink drinks lend a festive air to your evening at home and taste pretty darn good, too! Keep reading to pick out your favorite pink co*cktails for the holiday!

What is a good romantic drink?

While we'd consider anything shared with your partner to be a romantic drink, red wine is a great option since it's considered to be an aphrodisiac drink. If you're not into wine, pink co*cktails will do!

What alcohol should I get for Valentine's Day?

If you're planning on making one of these pink co*cktails, grab some fruit juice from the store or buy some fresh fruit as a mixer. Grapefruit juice, passion fruit juice, or blood orange juice are all great options. Here's the booze you can stock up on:

  • Gin
  • Vodka
  • Wine
  • Tequila
  • Mezcal
  • Champagne or sparkling wine

What is the most romantic co*cktail?

Any co*cktail with champagne in it is a great, romantic choice for a Valentine's Day drink.

What are the 5 most popular co*cktails?

You can never go wrong with classic co*cktails like Old Fashioneds, margaritas, martinis, Bloody Marys, and Palomas. Check out our co*cktails 101 guide for more sippable inspiration!

Delicious Pink co*cktails To Make This Valentine's Day

Citrus Mezcal co*cktail

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Mezcal is a sister liquor to tequila, with a slightly smokier and more complex palette. There's nothing to not love about these refreshing and delicious Valentine's co*cktails made with mezcal, grapefruit soda, rose, lime juice, and thyme! (via Brit + Co)

Strawberry Jalapeño Margaritas

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It's getting hot in here! Spice things up this V-Day with these delish pink margs that also pack the heat. (via Brit + Co)

Strawberry Rhubarb Bellinis

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For an elegant option, make sure that both of your primary ingredients are pink. This pink co*cktail is sweet, bubbly, and exactly what we need this Valentine's. (via Brit + Co)

Rachel Green-Inspired Rose Gulab

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To create this pretty pink drink, shake 1.5 oz Ketel One vodka, 0.75 oz pomegranate syrup, and 0.75 oz lemon juice, then strain into a glass. Top it with rose petals and some lemon zest to make it an extra fun drink. Once summer rolls around, swap the ice for ice cream for a sweet treat! (via Brit + Co/ Byblos Miami)

Honey Strawberry Basil Margarita

You don't have to wait for warm weather to whip this margarita up, and V-Day is the perfect excuse. With honey, basil, and strawberries, this is one pink co*cktail that will surely dance across your tastebuds. (via Brit + Co)

Watermelon Jelly Margarita

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This watermelon and lime tequila co*cktail is the perfect combination of boozy fun and simple sweetness. It's an enticing hot pink shade for the holiday! (via Brit + Co)

Rose Gin + Tonic

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This pink drink earns its colorful qualities from a splash of Glendalough Rose Gin. To make it, add 2 oz of the gin to a wine glass with ice. Finish the co*cktail off with tonic water, a lime slice, and a sprig of mint for one of the best (and easiest) Valentine's co*cktails out there! (via Glendalough Distillery)

Rosa Raspberry Chocatini

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Any drink that has anything to do with chocolate is a hit in our books. To make this dessert-y drink, mix equal parts chilled Rosa Regale red wine and Stoli Chocolat Razberi vodka in a wine glass. Garnish with raspberries and shaved dark chocolate! (via Rosa Regale)

I've Got A Slush on You

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This satisfyingly slushy pink co*cktail is perfect for sharing over a V-Day pregame. Blend 2 oz Cutwater Hibiscus Vodka, 1oz Aperol, 2 oz strawberry syrup, 1 oz lemon juice, and a few drops of rosewater with ice and pour it up! (via Cutwater)

Blushing Kiss Martini

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The hint of elderflower liqueur in this gin martini adds a floral element that can’t be beaten. Rim the glass with a slice of grapefruit and stir with a thyme stem for a subtle herbiness. (via Bakers Royale)

The Love Potion co*cktail

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Sweeten up this pink Champagne co*cktail with a blackberry simple syrup that adds a ton of flavor and turns it all a light shade of pink. (via Lark & Linen)

French Blonde

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The French Blonde just so happens to be one of Taylor Swift's favorite co*cktails, and even if you're not celebrating February 14 with a partner, this sip is one of the best Valentine's co*cktails to enjoy with your gals for Galentine's!

To make it, shake 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur, 1 oz dry gin, 2 oz Lillet Blanc, 2 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and a few dashes of lemon bitters over ice and strain. Sip away! (via Lillet)

Haru’s Cherry Blossom co*cktail

Think outside the bar cart and combine some sake and cherry-flavored vodka in a shaker with peach puree and cranberry juice. It's like your new vodka cranberry! (viaPolka Dot Wedding)

Grapefruit Elderflower Spanish Gin + Tonics

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Curl up on the couch with your love and this subtly pinkdrink, and you're in for some major cuddles. There's no shaker required, so refills are a cinch. (via Craft & co*cktails)

Cham-Bramble

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This pink co*cktail blends botanicals and thebright kick of lemonfor a sweet V-Daysip. To make it, mix 1 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz Chambord over ice, garnishing the drink with a lemon wedge. Ifyou wanna get fancy, top this co*cktail (or any of our Valentine'sco*cktails)off with a heart-shaped lollipop!(via Chambord Liqueur)

La Fleurette co*cktail

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Serve this tasty pink co*cktail in an elegant coupe class for that romantic old-Hollywood feel. (via Lulus)

Love Potion #9 Martini

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This triple-berry martini is easy to make, easy on the eyes and really easy to drink. Give it a sultry feel with a few cubes of dry ice... your co*cktail will be smokin’. (viaThe Cookie Rookie)

Mi Amor 24

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Tequila, grapefruit soda, and rosé Prosecco form this fun twist on the classic French 75. Make this pinkValentine's Day co*cktail evenmore romantic by garnishing with berries!

To make it, combine 1 oz tequila, 0.75 oz pomegranate juice, and 2 oz grapefruit soda in a chilled glass. Next, top the glass off withJosh Cellars Rose Prosecco. Enjoy! (viaJosh Cellars)

Kir Royale

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This fruity pink drink features champagne and creme de cassis, and if you want an extra pink look, swap the blackberries for raspberries. (via Culinary Hill)

Pink Señorita

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Tequila is the way to just about anyone’s heart. Mix a couple of these sweet and sour Pink Señoritas to pair with your chips and guac this V-Day. (via Superman Cooks)

Rhubarb Bramble

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This eye-catching pink co*cktail is as fun to make as it is to sip on! To make it, shake 1.5 oz gin, 0.75 fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz simple syrup over ice until cold. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice. Finish it off with a drizzle ofcrème de cassis and a orange twist for garnish.(viaEdinburgh Gin)

Pink Strawberry Sangria

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If playing mixologist isn’t really your thing, a simple sangria will be the perfect pink co*cktail for your Valentine’s Day celebrations. This one only requires strawberry vodka, pink Moscato, lemon-lime soda, and fresh strawberries. We're in love with fruity Valentine's co*cktails like these! (viaSimply Whisked)

Strawberry Champagne Margarita

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Pair these sweet and sparkling margs with your date’sfavorite tacos and they’ll never forget the sweet gesture. Don't have champagne? Swap it for sparkling wine instead. (via Pizzazzerie)

Pomegranate Rose Gin Fizz

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Earthy gin pairs beautifully with the fruity pomegranate and rose water included in this Valentine's co*cktail recipe for a truly botanical experience that anyone will be pleased with! (via Ahu Eats)

Raspberry Pink Champagne Floats

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This desserty drink is the ultimate way to end the evening on V-Day. All it takes is a scoop of raspberry sorbet and a splash of pink Champagne! Easy Valentine's Day drinks for the win. (via The Cookie Rookie)

Berry Gin + Tonic

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This is a super easy pink co*cktail that you can make in a pinch! To make it, mix 2 oz Aviation American Gin and 4 oz Fever Tree Grapefruit Tonic Water in a glass before finishing it off with ice, a few raspberries, and a lemon wheel. (via Aviation American Gin)

Strawberry Cream Mimosa

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The morning after Valentine's Day should be just as special as the night before. If your previous sentiments didn't solidify your love, breakfast in bed and this strawberry cream mimosa on Feb 15 totally will. (via Swanky Recipes)

Rosé, Gin and Pink Peppercorn co*cktail

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If you’ve ever turned your nose up to boxed wine, prepare to change your opinion. All you have to do to make these Valentine's Day co*cktails is add a few choice ingredients to boxed rosé, and it’s transformed into the pink co*cktail of every foodie’s dream. (viaKitchn)

Rose Lemon Spritzer

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Why give a bouquet of roses when you can make a rose co*cktail? This spritzer is a refreshing, elegant and simple way to say, “I love you.” (via Half Baked Harvest)

What are your Valentine's Day plans this year? Share your pink co*cktail recipes with us @BritandCo!

This article has been updated from a previous post.

30 Easy & Healthy Dinner Recipes For Your Whole30 Week! (2024)

FAQs

What is a Whole30 meal plan? ›

On Whole30, you can eat meat, vegetables, fruit, tree nuts and seeds, and healthy fats. However, you must avoid sugar, grains, legumes, dairy, alcohol, and processed food additives. Although it would be difficult and very restrictive to maintain long term, the Whole30 is designed to be done only for 30 days.

How long does it take to see results on Whole30? ›

The Whole30 Day by Day to helps you stay motivated, track your non-scale victories, and hold yourself accountable. By the third week, most people notice small (or big) non-scale victories (NSVs) in many areas of their lives: Energy and sleep. Mood, anxiety, and depression.

What are the don'ts on the Whole30 diet? ›

To accurately identify any specific food sensitivities, you must commit to the complete elimination of these groups for 30 straight days.
  • Added sugar (real or artificial) ...
  • Alcohol (wine, beer, cider, liquor, etc.) ...
  • Grains (wheat, oats, rice, corn, quinoa, etc.) ...
  • Legumes (beans, lentils, soy, and peanuts)

Can you eat potatoes on Whole30? ›

Yes, you can eat potatoes of all colors under the new Whole30 guidelines, white varieties included. Mash 'em up, roast them, or throw them in the skillet to enjoy. Just don't eat them commercially deep-fried or in packaged chip form to stay Whole30-compliant.

Do you actually lose weight on Whole30? ›

Many individuals have reported successful weight loss outcomes while following the Whole30 guidelines. One key aspect of the Whole30 program is the elimination of processed foods and added sugars. By removing these from your diet, you are reducing your intake of “empty calories” and highly processed ingredients.

What foods are banned on the Whole30 diet? ›

For 30 days, say goodbye to grains, legumes (including soy and peanuts), dairy products, added sugars (including artificial sweeteners and natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup), alcohol, and any processed foods or additives.

What is the hardest day on Whole30? ›

According to The Whole30 Timeline, Days 10 and 11 are the hardest, because you've gotten past the headaches and tiredness, but you haven't started seeing the big benefits. And you're really, really aware of the things you can't have.

Why do I feel so bad on Whole30? ›

Some downsides include Whole30 side effects like digestive problems, worsened food cravings, and reduced nutrient intake. The diet restricts certain foods and food groups, which, if followed long-term, can result in nutrient deficiencies.

Can you eat bananas on Whole30? ›

What about bananas? Yes, both pickles and bananas are allowed on Whole30. Yet if they are a potential trigger food for you (for instance, the sweetness of bananas sets off a craving for other treats or makes you want to binge on the fruit), then you may consider including them on your “don't eat” list.

What is the one bite rule on Whole30? ›

Here's the rule in a nutshell: If you think your less healthy treat is going to be so delicious, so incredible, so worth it, and then you take your first bite and discover it's not… STOP EATING.

Is peanut butter okay on Whole30? ›

Though peanuts and peanut butter aren't allowed on the Whole30 program, other nuts and nut butters are. Cashew butter is loaded with nutrients like healthy fats, magnesium, manganese, and copper. Its smooth, sweet taste pairs well with apples ( 1 ).

What salad dressing is allowed on Whole30? ›

What salad dressings are Whole30 Approved? Tessemae's, Primal Kitchen, Whole30 Brand, The New Primal, Thrive Market, and Primal Kitchen all make Whole30 friendly salad dressings.

What diet is closest to Whole30? ›

The Whole30 and paleo diets are similarly structured around whole foods and offer comparable benefits, including weight loss. That said, they may also limit your nutrient intake and be difficult to sustain. While Whole30 is initially stricter, its first phase is time-limited and soon eases in its restrictions.

Is cheese OK on Whole30? ›

On the Whole30 diet, you can't have: dairy (say good-bye to cheese), legumes (so no beans, pea, chickpeas, lentils peanuts or peanut butter, soy sauce, tofu, and anything else soy-related), grains (wheat, corn, rice, oats, barley, and even gluten-free grains like quinoa, buckwheat, and amaranth), added sugars (from ...

Can you have McDonald's fries on Whole30? ›

Potatoes of all varieties are in, but fries and chips are not. (This should not be a surprise. Fries and chips are about as Whole30 as Paleo Pop-Tarts.)

What foods can you eat on the Whole30 diet? ›

Foods you'll eat while on the Whole30 diet include:
  • Meat.
  • Seafood.
  • Eggs.
  • Vegetables.
  • Fruits.
  • Juices.
  • Some legumes, like green beans, sugar snap peas, and snow peas.
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What are the pros and cons of Whole30? ›

Followers of the diet have noted weight loss and increased energy, along with the identification of any problem foods. But what are the disadvantages? Some downsides include Whole30 side effects like digestive problems, worsened food cravings, and reduced nutrient intake.

Can you eat Chick Fil A on Whole30? ›

What Whole30 menu items to order at Chick-fil-A: It's probably best to skip Chick-fil-A altogether during your Whole30, Yawitz says. But, if you find yourself there, you could ask if they could make the grilled nuggets without the marinade on a Cobb Salad with no bacon, cheese, crispy red peppers, or corn.

Can you have coffee on Whole30? ›

Yes, you can have your coffee. You're welcome. You can drink it black; add unsweetened compatible nutpods, coconut milk, or almond milk; blend in Bub's MCT oil; or add cinnamon or vanilla beans to the brew.

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