7 Big Batch Cocktails Guaranteed to Delight a Crowd

Whether you’re hosting a summer soiree, a backyard barbecue, or a festive holiday gathering, having a selection of delicious cocktails ready to serve can take your party to the next level. Big batch cocktails are a fantastic option for entertaining a crowd, as they can be prepared in advance, allowing you to spend more time with your guests and less time mixing drinks. Here are seven crowd-pleasing recipes that are sure to impress:

1. Sangria Surprise

Ingredients:

• 2 bottles of red wine
• 1 cup brandy
• 1/2 cup orange liqueur
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 lime, sliced
• 2 cups club soda
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the red wine, brandy, orange liqueur, orange juice, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Add the sliced orange, lemon, and lime to the mixture.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Just before serving, add the club soda and ice to the pitcher or punch bowl.
5. Stir gently and serve in glasses filled with ice.

2. Mojito Madness

Ingredients:

• 2 cups white rum
• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 cup mint leaves
• 1 cup simple syrup
• 4 cups club soda
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, muddle the mint leaves with the lime juice and simple syrup.
2. Add the white rum and club soda to the pitcher and stir to combine.
3. Fill glasses with ice and pour the mojito mixture over the ice.
4. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of lime.

3. Tropical Tease Punch

Ingredients:

• 3 cups pineapple juice
• 2 cups coconut rum
• 1 cup dark rum
• 1/2 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup grenadine
• Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries for garnish
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the pineapple juice, coconut rum, dark rum, lime juice, and grenadine. Stir well.
2. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
3. Just before serving, add ice to the pitcher or punch bowl.
4. Garnish with pineapple slices and maraschino cherries.

4. Citrus Celebration

Ingredients:

• 3 cups vodka
• 1 1/2 cups orange liqueur
• 2 cups fresh orange juice
• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup simple syrup
• Orange and lemon slices for garnish
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine the vodka, orange liqueur, orange juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir well.
2. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
3. Just before serving, add ice to the pitcher.
4. Garnish with orange and lemon slices.

5. Berry Bliss Cooler

Ingredients:

• 2 cups vodka
• 1 cup elderflower liqueur
• 4 cups mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• Club soda
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine the vodka, elderflower liqueur, mixed berries, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Blend until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any seeds.
3. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
4. Just before serving, pour the berry mixture into glasses filled with ice.
5. Top each glass with club soda and stir gently.

6. Spiced Rum Punch

Ingredients:

• 2 cups spiced rum
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 cups ginger beer
• Pineapple and orange slices for garnish
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine the spiced rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and honey. Stir well.
2. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
3. Just before serving, add the ginger beer to the pitcher or punch bowl.
4. Add ice to glasses and pour the spiced rum punch over the ice.
5. Garnish with pineapple and orange slices.

7. Classic Margarita Mix

Ingredients:

• 2 cups tequila
• 1 cup triple sec
• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup simple syrup
• Salt for rimming the glasses
• Lime wedges for garnish
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup. Stir well.
2. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
3. Rim glasses with salt and fill with ice.
4. Pour the margarita mix over the ice and garnish with lime wedges.

These big batch cocktails are not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making them perfect for entertaining a crowd. Whether you prefer a fruity sangria, a refreshing mojito, or a classic margarita, there’s something for everyone on this list. Cheers to good times and great drinks!