March is a month of transition. Winter’s chill begins to fade, hints of spring emerge, and festive celebrations like Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day boost our spirits. It’s the perfect time to refresh your drink menu with seasonal flavors, balancing cozy warmth for lingering cold nights and bright, fresh vibes to welcome spring.
Here’s some seasonal cocktails and mocktails to sip your way through March.
Irish Mule
A festive twist on the classic Moscow Mule, this cocktail swaps vodka for Irish whiskey, giving it a slightly richer, spicier flavor profile. The zing of ginger beer and a squeeze of lime keep it refreshingly crisp.
- 2 oz Irish whiskey
- 4 oz ginger beer
- ½ oz lime juice
- Lime wedge & mint for garnish
Serve in a copper mug with plenty of ice.
The Eye of the Hurricane (Mocktail)
All the flavors of the classic Hurricane — no booze needed!
- ½ cup passion fruit juice
- ¼ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup lime juice
- Splash of grenadine
- Top with ginger ale
- Garnish: Orange slice & cherry
Serve in a hurricane glass with a fun to help it feel extra festive!
Cucumber Mint Sparkler (Mocktail)
Light, refreshing, this mocktail is perfect for daytime brunches or a non-alcoholic sip during your St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
- 4 cucumber slices
- 4-5 mint leaves
- ½ oz honey or simple syrup
- ½ oz lime juice
- Club soda
Muddle cucumber, mint, and honey in a glass. Add lime juice and ice, then top with sparkling water. Garnish with mint sprig.
Irish Coffee
It’s still chilly in March so warm up with the iconic Irish coffee—the perfect after dinner sipper that combines coffee and whiskey with a creamy topping.
- 1 cup hot brewed coffee
- 1½ oz Irish whiskey
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- Heavy cream (lightly whipped) or your favorite whipped cream!
Stir whiskey and sugar into the coffee, then float the whipped cream on top by slowly pouring it over the back of a spoon.
Lemon & Lavender Fizz (Mocktail)
As the first flowers of spring start to bloom, this floral citrus mocktail brings seasonal flavor to life. It’s light, fragrant, and just the thing for a sunny March afternoon.
- ¾ oz lavender syrup (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ oz lemon juice
- 4 oz club soda
- Lavender sprig & lemon wheel for garnish
Stir lavender syrup and lemon juice together in a glass. Fill with ice and club soda. Garnish with a sprig of lavender.
Shamrock Martini
This green hued martini is festive and delicious!
- 2 oz vodka
- ½ oz melon liqueur (like Midori)
- ½ oz lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- Fresh basil for garnish
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a basil leaf.
Blood Orange Paloma
Citrus season is still going strong in March, and blood oranges are the showstopper. This Paloma is vibrant, tangy, and easy to batch for brunches or gatherings.
- 2 oz tequila (or swap for grapefruit soda for a mocktail version)
- 2 oz blood orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- ½ oz lime juice
- Club soda
- Salt rim & blood orange slice for garnish
Salt the rim of a glass, fill with ice, and pour in tequila, blood orange juice, and lime juice. Top with sparkling water and garnish.
Whether you’re shaking up a cocktail or keeping it booze free, I hope these recipes inspire your March drink menu.
Cheers!