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The 5 Best Spring Cocktails

Blossoms, fresh herbs and the first rays of sunshine: five drinks that taste the way the first warm days feel.

5 recipes · updated October 12, 2026

When the days get longer and the first blossoms open, the flavors in your glass change too. Away from heavy winter drinks, toward blossoms, fresh herbs and light acidity – cocktails that taste of new beginnings and sunshine.

Our five spring cocktails play with exactly these aromas: elderflower, violet, honey, peach and mint. They’re just as fitting for the first evening on the terrace as for Easter brunch or a picnic in the park.

Hugo 1

Hugo

Elderflower, mint, bubbles.

Elderflower is the scent of spring, full stop. With Prosecco, mint and lime, it becomes the lightest and most floral drink of the season.

Prosecco Elderflower syrup Soda water Mint Lime
Glass:
Wine glass
Time:
2 min
Strength:
Light
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Aviation 2

Aviation

A touch of sky in a glass.

A touch of crème de violette tints this gin classic a delicate lilac – as floral as a spring flower bed. Elegant, slightly tart and a real eye-catcher.

Gin Maraschino Crème de violette Lemon juice
Glass:
Coupe
Time:
3 min
Strength:
Strong
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Bee’s Knees 3

Bee’s Knees

Gin, honey, lemon – Prohibition with taste.

Gin, lemon and honey: the Bee’s Knees tastes of blossom honey and sunshine. Easy to make and perfect for the first warm evening.

Gin Honey syrup Lemon juice
Glass:
Coupe
Time:
3 min
Strength:
Medium
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Bellini 4

Bellini

Venice in peach blush.

White peach purée and Prosecco – delicate, fruity and made for Easter brunch. A classic from Venice that simply puts you in a good mood.

Peach purée Prosecco
Glass:
Flute
Time:
2 min
Strength:
Light
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Southside 5

Southside

Gin, mint, lime – the Mojito for gin fans.

Fresh mint, lime and gin: the Southside is like a Mojito for gin fans. Cool, fresh and just right when everything outside turns green.

Gin Lime juice Simple syrup Mint
Glass:
Coupe
Time:
3 min
Strength:
Medium
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Our verdict

Our tip: spring drinks live on fresh ingredients. Herbs like mint and basil are growing in pots on the balcony right now – freshly picked, they taste twice as good. And for Easter brunch, the Bellini is simply unbeatable.

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