Bach + Boozy: 10 drinks you need to make for your bach party
Planning the ultimate bachelorette party but wanting to avoid the bars? Whether you’re chilling in an AirBnB or hosting at someone’s home, these ten cocktails—ranging from super easy to expert level—will make your bach unforgettable.
We also included some alternative cocktail names to inspire your custom bachelorette drink menus!
Table of Contents
Start the day right with a classic mimosa
1. Mimosa
Skill Level: Easy
Start the day right with a classic mimosa. Mix equal parts champagne and orange juice. For a little extra flair, add a splash of grenadine.
Ingredients:
Champagne
Orange juice
Optional: Splash of grenadine
Some clever alternate names include:
"Bubbly Babes"
"Cheers to Chicas"
An Aperol Spritz is perfect for any party
2. Aperol Spritz
Skill Level: Easy
Light and refreshing, an Aperol Spritz is perfect for any party. Combine three parts Prosecco, two parts Aperol, and one part soda water. Serve over ice with an orange slice.
Ingredients:
Prosecco
Aperol
Soda water
Orange slice
Some clever alternate names include:
“Spritz & Shine”
“Glitz & Spritz”
You can't go wrong with a classic margarita
3. Margarita
Skill Level: Medium
You can't go wrong with a classic margarita. Mix 2 ounces of tequila, 1 ounce of lime juice, and 1 ounce of triple sec. Shake with ice and serve in a salt-rimmed glass.
Ingredients:
Tequila
Lime juice
Triple sec
Salt for rimming
Some clever alternate names include:
“Fiesta Queens"
"Salt Rimmed Squad”
Spicy and zesty, the Moscow Mule is a crowd-pleaser
4. Moscow Mule
Skill Level: Medium
Spicy and zesty, the Moscow Mule is a crowd-pleaser. Combine 2 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce of lime juice, and top with ginger beer. Serve in a copper mug with a lime wedge.
Ingredients:
Vodka
Lime juice
Ginger beer
Lime wedge
Some clever alternate names include:
"Mule Magic"
"Copper Cuties"
Bring the tropics with a Pina Colada
5. Pina Colada
Skill Level: Medium
Bring the tropics with a Pina Colada. Blend 2 ounces of rum, 1 ounce of coconut cream, and 1 ounce of pineapple juice with ice. Garnish with a pineapple slice and a cherry.
Ingredients:
Rum
Coconut cream
Pineapple juice
Pineapple slice
Maraschino cherry
Some clever alternate names include:
"Beach Babes"
"Island Vibes"
Keep the energy high and the vibes classy
6. Espresso Martini
Skill Level: Medium
Keep the energy high and the vibes classy with an Espresso Martini. Shake 1 ounce of vodka, 1 ounce of coffee liqueur, and 1 ounce of fresh espresso with ice. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with coffee beans.
Ingredients:
Vodka
Coffee liqueur
Fresh espresso
Coffee beans
Some clever alternate names include:
"Espresso Express"
"Party Perk"
"Bean Queens"
Not gonna lie, we’re pretty proud of some of these drink names we came up with. You know what else we’re proud of? Our Bachelorette Planning Spreadsheet Template!
Feeling fancy?
7. French 75
Skill Level: Expert
Feeling fancy? Go for a French 75! Shake 1 ounce of gin, 1/2 ounce of lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup with ice. Strain into a champagne flute and top with champagne. Garnish with a lemon twist.
Ingredients:
Gin
Lemon juice
Simple syrup
Champagne
Lemon twist
Some clever alternate names include:
"Eiffel Essence"
"Champs-Élysées Charm"
You can’t go wrong with a Mai Tai
8. Mai Tai
Skill Level: Expert
If you’re looking for lots of flavor, you can’t go wrong with a Mai Tai. Combine 1 1/2 ounces of white rum, 3/4 ounce of dark rum, 1/2 ounce of orange curaçao, 1/2 ounce of lime juice, and 1/2 ounce of orgeat syrup. Shake with ice and serve over ice. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wheel.
Ingredients:
White rum
Dark rum
Orange curaçao
Lime juice
Orgeat syrup
Mint sprig
Lime wheel
Some clever alternate names include:
"Island Breeze Beauties"
"Aloha Ambiance"
9. Whiskey Sour
Skill Level: Expert
Whisky sours are that perfect balance of sweet and boozy. Shake 2 ounces of whiskey, 3/4 ounce of lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup with ice. Strain into an old-fashioned glass over ice and garnish with a cherry and an orange slice.
Ingredients:
Whiskey
Lemon juice
Simple syrup
Cherry
Orange slice
Some clever alternate names include:
"Southern Belle Sour"
"Refined Rebel"
10. Old Fashioned
Skill Level: Expert
The Old Fashioned is a timeless cocktail for whiskey-lovers. Muddle a sugar cube with a few dashes of Angostura bitters. Add 2 ounces of bourbon and a large ice cube. Stir and garnish with an orange twist.
Ingredients:
Sugar cube
Angostura bitters
Bourbon
Orange twist
Some clever alternate names include:
"Elegant Elixir"
“Whiskey Chic”
Party Tips
Prep Ahead: Pre-mix easy cocktails like mimosas and Aperol spritzes in pitchers so guests can serve themselves. You don’t need to be behind the bar all night for everyone to have a good time.
Presentation: Use fun glassware, colorful garnishes, and themed decorations to match your party.
Safety: Have non-alcoholic options and encourage responsible drinking. Don’t forget to hydrate!
And there you have it—a guide to crafting the ultimate bachelorette party experience without having to open a tab. Also, how fun is it to play bartender for your friends?
So, whether you're at a picturesque AirBnB or keeping it cozy at home, savor every moment with your favorite people. Cheers to the bride, the friendships, and the memories in the making!
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