I’m a big fan of Dr. Pepper, so I had to round up some cocktail recipes.
If you’re looking for the perfect drink, look no further because this list has 10 Dr. Pepper cocktail recipes that are sure to please.
Ranging from sweet to zesty, there is bound to be a recipe for everyone!
1. Dirty Dr. Pepper
If you are looking for a unique and nonalcoholic beverage, this is it. The coconut syrup imparts a slightly tropical edge to the Dr. Pepper.
Use sugar-free coconut syrup to curb the sweetness. Garnish with a lime slice and serve it over ice.
Even if you did not reveal that this drink is alcohol-free, everyone would be too busy enjoying it to care.
2. Cake Doctor – Dr. Pepper Cocktail
I often bake with soda, but what about cocktails? You will not knock it until you sample this delicious concoction that calls for Dr. Pepper, cake vodka, and grenadine.
It is like enjoying a slice of birthday cake with a glass of Dr. Pepper on the side. Best of all, it has just the right amount of sweetness.
3. Bourbon & Dr. Pepper
While it may seem similar to the Southern Doctor, it has very little in common. This recipe calls for nutmeg and Cola Maison in addition to Dr. Pepper and bourbon.
These two ingredients provide a spiced, herbaceous flavor profile. Rather than using cherries as a garnish, they are muddled in the drink to impart a sweet, boozy cherry flavor.
4. Caramel Apple Cocktail
It is a fall favorite that tastes like a boozy caramel apple. It is also easy to make and strong.
Apple whiskey, caramel vodka, and Dr. Pepper are combined to make it one of the sweetest drinks on the list. Impress your guests by quickly preparing these in just five minutes.
5. Southern Doctor
As the name suggests, it combines Dr. Pepper and Southern Comfort for a whiskey-forward drink with a sweet Dr. Pepper twist. It is like Dr. Pepper’s answer to the Crown and Coke.
It has a strong alcohol taste and burns a little, so it’s perfect for whiskey lovers who are also big fans of Dr. Pepper.
6. Fireball and Dr. Pepper
After sampling sweet and zesty drinks, it’s time for something with heat. The cinnamon in Fireball whiskey brings the heat, but its sweetness prevents it from being overwhelming.
The sweetness of the cinnamon and whiskey combined with the caffeine makes this a delightful fall drink. It’s not super strong, so it is great for sipping.
7. Vodka and Dr. Pepper
This simple summer cocktail combines the crisp, biting taste of vodka with Dr. Pepper and lime. Be sure to combine rather than shake these ingredients to prevent a fizzy mess.
Garnish this zesty, refreshing beverage with a lime wedge and cherry to complete this cocktail.
8. Super Bowl Slammer & DIY Football Glasses
Enjoy this tasty Super Bowl Slammer out of a cute DIY football glass at your next get-together.
This whiskey-forward, alcohol-heavy beverage combines apple-flavored whiskey with Dr. Pepper and a dash of grenadine. You can prepare this simple-to-make fall cocktail in moments, so it is great when you need something quick.
9. Cherry Bourbon Smash
Try this cherry bourbon smash for a brighter, zesty drink. It includes cherries, bourbon, Dr. Pepper, and lemon juice to impart tartness.
The sweetness of the cherries pairs well with the bourbon, so this yummy drink is great even if you don’t normally like bourbon.
10. Cherry Vanilla Dr. Pepper Cocktail with Amaretto
This cocktail is a sweet, smooth drink with a fruity flavor. This cherry vanilla Dr. Pepper cocktail with Amaretto is such a mouthful that you should order it early in the night.
Add extra maraschino cherry juice for even more fruit flavor.