You've got the outfit picked out, the restaurant selected and the time set — but why not start the evening (or day, breakfast-in-bedders!) with a delicious, romantic cocktail? Shades of pink make these drinks just as pretty as they are sweet, and will help your Valentine feel oh-so-special.
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Bruce Cost Ginger Ale
Flor Adora
Skip the bouquet of flowers in favor of a pleasantly floral cocktail — with a warming hint of ginger.
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Brooklyn Crafted
Champagne Ginger Beer Punch
For a bold drink with a touch of spice (perfect for a passionate romance) combine mango ginger beer with peach vodka.
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Chambord
Chambord Royale
Made with flavorful black raspberry liqueur, this fragrant cocktail is both pretty and a pleasure to sip.
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Campari / Pam Wiznitzer, Seamstress
Bittersweet Boba Cocktail
Boba (or bubble) tea is typically sweet and milky — consider this the sophisticated alternative. Yes, there's sugar, but the boba themselves are saturated with Campari and Grand Marnier for a bit of bite.
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Sagamore Spirit
Celebrated Sagamore
This vibrant rosy drink mixes rich rye whiskey with crisp cava bubbly, lime juice, and cranberry syrup for a cocktail just as sparkling at your Valentine.
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Dell Cove Spice Co.
Strawberry Bellini
A little champagne, a rim of sugar and pink roses to match a rosy drink — what better sip could you ask for on Valentine's Day? This champagne cocktail is darling without being too sweet.
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Aberdeen's Kitchen
Sparkling Raspberry Lemon Mimosas
Pucker up on Valentine's Day with a touch of lemon in your cocktail. This citrus and berry cocktail puts a playful spin on the classic brunch mimosa. Aka, the perfect romantic breakfast in bed drink.
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Freutcake
June Blush Cocktail
Though this drink was named after the creator's birthday month, it pairs quite nicely with a rose bouquet on Valentine's Day. Not only does it look rosy — this cocktail also showcases the taste of your favorite romantic flower.
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The Cookie Rookie
Raspberry Pink Champagne Floats
Indulgence at its best, this pretty-in-pink ice cream drink is enough to make any date sweet on you. Alternatively, use this as a jovial accent to your Galentine's Day party.
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Grey Goose
Cherry Rose Cocktail
This cocktail is almost (key word: almost) too beautiful to drink. Relax with the scrumptious flavors of red currant and cherry in this fruity, sweet cocktail.
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Freutcake
Raspberry Rose Margaritas
Even if you spend this Valentine's Day curled up to stay warm, feel like you're on a tropical getaway with these floral margaritas. A bit of tequila takes your love day soirée from flirty to festively fun.
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Superman Cooks
Pink Seńorita
Refresh your Valentine's Day happenings with this sweet and sour cocktail. It's the perfect sweet shade of light blushing pink.
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Stephanie Gerber of Hello Glow
Pomegranate Pink Lemonade Punch
Retire in the evening with this tangy, tropical cocktail with a peachy pink shade. A delicate garnish of pomegranate seeds and thyme sprigs will make your date (and you!) feel wonderfully special.
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Freutcake
Spicy Pomegranate Margaritas
Craving a bit of spicy flair this Valentine's Day? Turn up the heat with jalapeńos and tequila blended into a fruity margarita.
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Tequila Patrón
Red Robin
It's really more of a pink robin, if you ask us. This modern cocktail is a wonderful Valentine's Day brunch selection, and its bright citrus notes will leave you feeling bright-eyed.
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Grey Goose
Rosy Ramos
Put your mixologist hat on with this sophisticated cocktail featuring rose water and egg white froth — an undeniable air of romance.
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Erin Phranner of Hey, Eep!
Sparkling Sangria
Evoke memories of warmer weather with this frozen watermelon-infused cocktail. A garnish of fresh mint tops it off.
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Create-Celebrate-Explore
The addition of heart-shaped ice cubes makes this raspberry Moscato drink the perfect cocktail for Valentine's Day weekend.
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Honestly Yum
Bold whiskey barrel-aged bitters in this vodka-based cocktail adds an undeniable spice.
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Mom Dot
Cran-raspberry juice and lemon-lime soda combine to create this bubbly mocktail. Just add champagne to add an adult twist.
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Honestly Yum
The heart-shaped cinnamon garnish isn't just an adorable aesthetic touch, it also adds an extra layer of complexity to this old-school cocktail.
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Freutcake
Blackberry jam gives this drink its bold pink hue, and adds a little extra sweetness, which is perfect for the romantic holiday.
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The Little Epicurean
Don't let this cocktail's soft pink shade fool you — it packs quite the punch thanks to a hefty dose of white rum.
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A Beautiful Mess
The bold lemon flavor of citron vodka is tempered thanks to the addition of cranberry juice and elderflower liqueur, to create a full-bodied, well-rounded beverage.
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Whitney Bond
Whip up a pitcher of this sweet and tart sangria to enjoy all weekend long.
