37 Brunch Cocktails, Because Every Weekend Should Be a Celebration
There’s nothing wrong with a good mimosa, especially when made with fresh orange juice and bubbly you’d be happy to drink on its own, but brunch cocktails go way beyond that standard fare. Below, you’ll find daytime drink ideas for fans of fizzy drinks, but also herbal options with gin, crowd-pleasing whiskey cocktails, easy coffee drinks, big-batch punches, lower-ABV sherry cocktails, nonalcoholic options, and amaro-tinged drinks that’ll whet your appetite for brunch. Text some friends to invite them over, then scroll down and raise a glass to the weekend.
Photo by Paul H. Christian, Food Styling by Michele Figliuolo1/37Strawberry, Grapefruit, and Chamomile Brunch Punch
If you’re making waffles or prepping a breakfast casserole, you’re probably looking for brunch cocktails that don’t require drink-by-drink prep. This punch pairs bourbon with fresh strawberries, tangy grapefruit, and chamomile.
Photo by Jordan Hughes4/37Palomar Americano
Traditionally, the Americano doesn’t have anything to do with the caffeinated beverage, but this recipe brings the two together. It’s a cocktail and a coffee in one, which makes it the ideal brunch drink.
6/37Mimosa
To make the best version of this brunch standby, squeeze fresh orange juice no more than 2 hours before you plan to serve it.
Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Drew Aichele8/37Life of the Party
This nonalcoholic drink offers tons of flavor with none of the nap-inducing booze.
Photo by David A. Land, food styling by Carrie Purcell, prop styling by Alyssa Pagano11/37Pimm's Royale Punch
Photo by Alice Gao, Prop Styling by Alex Brannian, Food Styling by Diana Yen13/37Champagne Punch with Ginger, Lemon, and Sage
The aromatic mixture of sage, lemon, and ginger will add a touch of sparkle to your day. Serve with a skillet soufflé pancake and a side of fruit.
