Herbs aren’t just for cooking with anymore! Fresh herbs are always a fantastic option for garnishes on cocktails as well. We don’t just mean the classic mint, we are talking Thyme, Basil, Rosemary, and a few more that may surprise you! If you are fortunate to have a little herb garden get ready to mix them into your favorite cocktails! Herbs aren’t overly expensive so you can grab some at the store the next time you are out if you don’t have a little garden! Trust us, after you try some of these cocktails you will suddenly have a green thumb and want to have your own little herb garden! Check out our amazing collection of Fresh herb cocktails you need to try below.
Amazing Fresh Herb Cocktails
Lets talk Herbs, we have included many different cocktails that use fresh herbs like rosemary, mint, basil, and thyme. But what flavors are they really adding to your cocktail? Well Rosemary has a pine, peppery, lemony, and woodsy taste to it. So think of the endless flavors they can mix up when added on top or mixed in. Mint which is more a familiar herb adds a sweet and cooling taste to your drink. Basil is often described as a sweet and savory herb with hints or mint and pepper. Lastly Thyme is a minty, sweet, and earthy flavors. Many different cocktails can benefit from mixing these in or just garnishing on top for a little added flavor! Check our our fresh herb cocktails list below and get inspired!
Cocktails with Fresh Herbs
Add a twist to your cocktails by using fresh herbs! Check out our amazing list of fresh herb cocktails below.
This Gin infused cocktail has bold flavors of lemon, honey, and of course the star of the cocktail; Rosemary! This Rosemary Gin Fizz only requires a few simple ingredients but it packs a strong delicious flavor that tastes so refreshing after a long work day!
Picture this...sun shining, birds singing, slight breeze, and your sitting in your favorite outdoor patio chair sipping a delicious grapefruit vodka cocktail! Ah, could life get any better? Make this dream a reality today by making one of these todays!
Nothing says summertime like a cold glass of lemonade! Throw in some Strawberry pucker, Limoncello, and fresh mint and you have an instant classic.
The next best Gin based cocktail is here! This Orange Gin Basil Smash combines fresh orange and basil with delicious gin and soda water to create a savory and sweet drink everyone would love! Toss in some simple syrup and ice and you have an absolute smasher of a drink!
Cool off and relax with this refreshing twist on the traditional Cuban drink. This lemonade mojito offers flavors of citrus, sweetness, and mint. It will quickly become a summer favorite, or when you are longing for a trip to the beach! We know you will love this drink so much it will instantly become a new all time favorite.
Cool down with this refreshing pink lemonade flavored margarita! It's sweet, delicious, and easy to make for vacation vibes right at home. Throw on some fresh mint and you have the perfect drink!
You know we all need a drink every once in a while! This ones amazing! Classic tonic cocktail with Fresh Thyme in it! AMAZING.
Cucumber, coconut, lime, and tequila? Count us in! This tropical margarita is sure to hit the spot this summertime! Refreshing cucumber, citrus blast of lime, and the smooth taste of tequila and orange liquor. You can’t go wrong. Topped off with some roasted coconut and mint, delicious!
This refreshing and flavorful Cuban Mojito Cocktail is the perfect blend of white rum, lime, and aromatic mint sprigs that result in a sweet and fizzy beverage!
Champagne and grapefruit juice make a delightful brunch drink for weekends and special occasions. This grapefruit mimosa is an easy recipe with one special ingredient. A honey-thyme simple syrup that gives the grapefruit juice and champagne a slightly sweet finish.
Tropical and sweet, this mojito combines the traditional mint and lime flavors with passion fruit simple syrup, rum and a splash of club soda.
This fruity and flavorful bourbon peach smash is summer in a cocktail! This drink brings together ripe peaches, sweet bourbon, and a refreshing touch of fresh mint and smashes them all together in a glass with ice. It's sweet, refreshing, and the perfect way to use ripe summer peaches!
With its refreshing citrusy sweetness and natural botanicals, this Spanish grapefruit gin and tonic is perfect for summer entertaining. It's inspired by the classic Spanish cocktail served at the Barceló Huatulco lobby bar in Oaxaca, Mexico.
The perfect combo of Lemon acid, sweet raspberries and delicious fresh mint! It's guaranteed to be a new favorite!
This spring white wine sangria with fresh peppermint is light, fruity and delicious! It takes only 5 minutes to prepare a pitcher of this Spanish cocktail.
Farm fresh red bell pepper and jalapeño juice muddled with fresh cilantro then added to añejo tequila, fresh squeezed lime, agave nectar, and sea salt in a fabulously fresh cocktail with savory, sweet, heat, and acidity.
This ginger mojito cocktail recipe is the ultimate refresher. Made with grapefruit vodka, ginger simple syrup, club soda, mint, and lime juice, it’s the perfect cocktail to whip up at home.
Discover the signature flavor of a timeless classic with this Whiskey Smash Cocktail! Enjoy smoky whiskey, zesty citrus, and refreshing mint that comes together for an unforgettable sip.
Fresh Rosemary, vodka, and delicious watermelon. Talk about the perfect cocktail in a glass. Get ready to have your taste buds explode with flavor!
This cocktail is gently spiked with rum, is a little bit tart, little bit sweet and oh so refreshing. Topped with delicious rosemary.
The Strawberry Mojito, a fun twist on the classic Cuban cocktail, is a refreshing mix of strawberries, rum, simple syrup, fresh lime juice, mint, and bubbly club soda.
These Chocolate Mint Juleps are a great twist on the classic cocktail. We infused a chocolate simple syrup with mint and made it almost desserty, and perfect for a Derby celebration!
Gorgeous, refreshing and delicious – this Mint Kiwi Margarita uses kiwi fruit juice as the base, and is flavored with mint and lime salt.
This Frozen Strawberry Mule is made with fresh mint and frozen strawberries and is the perfect slushie drink to help you cool down in the summer heat. Just make two or a pitcher to share with friends!
Gin Mint Cocktail with Pomegranate - this a fresh, citrus take on a gin cocktail using fresh mint, pomegranate and orange zest. A gorgeous party cocktail!
Pineapple, cilantro, and lime juice infuse this Pineapple Margarita with refreshing summer flavors. Make a small batch or prepare in a pitcher for parties!
A Peach Basil Gin Smash is a great sipper, and is so easy to make! 4 ingredients and you have a lovely and flavorful gin cocktail!
A fresh and tart combination of pineapple and cilantro makes a great Pineapple Cilantro Margarita Recipe. This simple cocktail is easy to make at home and the flavors are great together!
Refreshing, zingy and with floral flavors, this Mojito Elderflower Cocktail is easy to make and easier to drink! This classic Cuban rum cocktail with added St Germain, will get the party started!
These easy summer cocktails use a homemade strawberry and thyme simple syrup!
With its intense red violet hue and savory flavor, my Savory Gin and Beet Juice Cocktail with Cynar may redefine cocktail hour! A few simple ingredients – gin, Cynar, beet juice, bitters – in a cocktail shaker… This savory cocktail recipe is perfect when “sweet” just isn’t appealing, and it’s ready in 5 minutes (or less)!
Blackberry Bourbon Sidecar recipe is an elegant and simple drink. Made with berries, thyme, lemon, orange liquor, and bourbon. Fast and easy cocktail recipe that is great for a party, fancy or casual.
Limoncello, Gin, and fresh mint. Need we say more? This cocktail is amazing and perfect to enjoy with good friends!
This Blue Curacao Mojito is so delicious with fresh mint and citrus flavors. It's the absolute perfect Summer cocktail! Just like my Vodka Sunrise recipe, this poolside drink is super easy to make & only takes a few minutes.
A perfect fall sangria, this Pumpkin Sangria with Bourbon features bourbon-soaked “fruit and booze” (apple and pear), a bottle of chardonnay with toasted vanilla notes, and bright, bubbly ginger beer. Don't forget to garnish with fresh Rosemary and cinnamon sticks!
This basil gin cocktail is a great makeover of the classic Spring Feeling – a popular Green Chartreuse cocktail. My version is zesty, herbaceous, colourful and downright delicious.
If you are looking for a sweet, summer cocktail, try this white wine sangria recipe with fresh herbs. Using white wine makes homemade sangria a little lighter and fruitier, which is perfect for hot summer days.
A refreshing and spicy twist on a Moscow Mule that includes jalapenos and basil. A wonderful vodka cocktail that is an easy recipe and a crowd-pleaser.
The bitter citrus flavor of the grapefruit juice, the woodsy note from the rosemary and sweetness from the simple syrup, and bubbly soda come together perfectly in a simple yet elegant drink.
A glass of Mint Julep is refreshing and perfect for the warming weather. Aside from water/ice, this cocktail only needs 3 ingredients! This class cocktail couldn’t be easier to make and enjoy.
These Cherry Mojitos are just the thing for a summer gathering, cookout, or just sipping on the deck. With just a few ingredients and refreshing flavor, it’s an instant hit. Grab some plump cherries, and get mixing!
This bourbon rosemary cocktail is the best cocktail for fall and winter. Made with a homemade rosemary syrup, bourbon, lemon juice and a dash of maple syrup. Topped with club soda and served over ice.
This cucumber basil gimlet is a simple and refreshing cocktail recipe. Made with homemade basil simple syrup from fresh basil leaves.
This Pineberry Pineapple Mint Cooler is refreshing with a beautiful blend of fresh pineberry and pineapple juice, fresh mint, lemon juice, vodka, and a splash of sparkle.
This Watermelon Basil Gin Cocktail is refreshing and tastes like a cool breeze on a hot, summer day — and perfect for a cookout! Made with fresh watermelon and lemon juice, basil, gin, and a hint of rosemary to bring out its summery essence. It is the perfect celebratory beverage to enjoy for Juneteenth and the days to come.
Are you looking to shake up your cocktail game with a refreshing twist on a classic margarita? Next time you’re planning a day by the pool or a backyard barbeque, why not try a blackberry basil margarita!
This vibrant and flavorful Peach Bourbon Smash with basil is the perfect refreshing drink for a hot summer day. This delightful concoction combines ripe peaches, fresh basil, lemon juice, simple syrup, and smooth bourbon whiskey, creating a tasty cocktail that is similar to a whiskey sour.
Enjoy a refreshing adult-friendly cocktail with this easy and delicious Sparkling Watermelon Cocktail. You can make it in minutes and enjoy it while you’re hanging out on the beach, poolside, or even at a family gathering.
This cucumber mint gimlet is the most refreshing highball cocktail that's crisp, herbaceous, well balanced with it's mint to lime ratio, and incredibly well balanced with the addition of cucumber.
The Blue Mojito is a stunning twist on a classic cocktail. Blue curaçao gives this cocktail a striking blue color that will have you dreaming of crystal-clear waters and sandy beaches.