I’m as guilty as anyone: green cocktails for St. Patrick’s Day, pink and red sips for Valentine’s. But nobody throws a party just for purple drinks, and honestly, that’s a tragedy because they’re so gorgeous.
The good news? You don’t need a holiday to enjoy one. I’ve gathered 16 of the prettiest purple cocktails around, and they’re ready for any moment you are.
1. Purple Haze Martini
Seems like every music legend couldn’t resist singing about the color purple at some point, right? I couldn’t put “Purple Rain” on the list without giving a nod to “Purple Haze” too.
This one takes just three minutes to shake up and is ridiculously easy. I have a feeling Jimi Hendrix would approve.
2. Rock Candy Cocktail
For this fun, nostalgic sipper, all you’ll need is vodka, soda water, and ice. Grab a stick of rock candy for a playful garnish and use Pop Rocks to “salt” the rim.
If any drink can zip you right back to childhood, it’s this bright, candy colored beauty. You can make it purple, red, blue, whatever color matches your mood.
3. Violet Fizz Cocktail
This one is thick and creamy, almost like a cocktail that doubles as a milkshake. The flavor is a bit unexpected; it’s not the typical sweet blast you might anticipate from such a luscious texture. It’s fruity and sweet, yes, but underneath those blueberries you’ll catch hints of citrus and dairy.
4. The Commodore Daiquiri
Here’s another cocktail that brings potato into the mix, specifically ube, that gorgeous purple yam. You’ll also need white rum, aged rum, lime juice, cane syrup, and a radiant orchid blossom for garnish.
This drink is strong, sweet, and unbelievably beautiful. With a double hit of rum, it sneaks up on you fast, so take it slow and enjoy that gentle, budding buzz.
5. Unicorn Kisses Cocktail
If Disney princesses ever met up for brunch cocktails, this is exactly what they’d order. Edible star glitter and lilac pearl dust float on top, taking its lovely purple shade into full on magical territory. It honestly looks like something straight out of a fairy tale.
6. Empress 1908 Gin & Tonic
If you haven’t played around with Empress 1908 gin cocktails yet, drop everything and start with this one. Empress 1908 is a stunning gin with a lovely blue purple hue, and it makes some seriously pretty drinks. This recipe is the perfect introduction because it really lets you taste the spirit.
7. Purple Cosmopolitan
It’s just a classic cosmo kissed with violet liqueur. The sweetly tart character you know and love stays front and center, while the violet liqueur gives it that rich, regal purple hue. You can whip it up in no time with five basic ingredients.
8. Purple People Eater Cocktail
This drink takes its name from that goofy, one-eyed monster, but the cocktail itself is absolutely stunning. Deep, shimmering purple fills the glass, and a rim of glittery purple sugar adds a playful, glamorous touch.
It comes together in just five minutes. The flavor is a perfect balance of sweet and sharply tart, making it impossible to resist.
9. Witches Brew Cocktail
One look at this shimmering, sparkling bluish purple concoction and you’ll swear there’s some sorcery involved. It’s absolutely stunning to look at, and the flavor strikes a beautiful balance between sweet and tangy. I didn’t stir it up in a cauldron, but there’s definitely something a little bewitching going on.
10. Maleficent Cocktail
More of a vengeful fairy than a princess? The Maleficent cocktail is definitely more your speed.
Depending on the brand of raspberry liqueur and food coloring you grab, the color can be a vibrant blue or a purple so deep it’s nearly black. The flavor, though, stays consistent no matter which shade you end up with.
11. Violette Royale
Simple doesn’t even begin to cover this one. It’s a two ingredient drink that comes together in five minutes flat.
Just combine Crème de Violette with five ounces of sparkling prosecco, and add a lemon twist if you’re feeling fancy. The result is a deep violet, nearly black cocktail that’s entirely bittersweet and absolutely delicious.
12. Galaxy Magic Mule
Blue on the top, purple at the bottom, this color changing cocktail steals the spotlight at any gathering. It tastes just like a classic Moscow mule, which is to say, absolutely fantastic. But let’s be real, the main event here is that jaw dropping, galaxy like appearance.
13. Violet Blueberry Gin Sour
This thick, frothy cocktail comes out icy cold and perfectly dry, ideal if you lean toward a sharp, tart kick over sugary sweetness. Don’t worry, it won’t make you pucker uncomfortably. A touch of sugar cane and violet liqueur whispers in just enough sweetness to soften the bite.
14. Purple Rain
All you need for this four ingredient cocktail is citron Absolut vodka, blue curacao, grenadine, and lemon-lime soda. It comes together in about five minutes and pours out a deep violet stunner. The citrusy, berry like flavor is so good, you’ll be reaching for a second glass before you know it.
15. Grimace Cocktail
Named after the McDonald’s character, but trust me, this cocktail won’t make you grimace one bit, especially if you love grape flavored drinks. You only need four ingredients: vodka, blue curacao, grenadine, and purple Powerade. The Powerade taste dominates completely, but don’t underestimate the vodka, it still brings a serious kick.
16. Pink and Purple Potato Cocktails
Speaking of magical, these potato cocktails are pure witchcraft! You can turn the color pink to purple by adding just one simple ingredient.
And the fact that they’re made with potato puree and taste unbelievably delicious? That’s the part that truly blows my mind.