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This Valentine's Day, why not bring out the bar cart for a romantic night in? Whipping up a homemade cocktail is the perfect way to put your own personal touch on the evening. Whether you're a gin gal or you're looking to shake things up with bourbon, these Valentine's Day cocktails will hit the perfect romantic note.
Scroll on for some delicious Valentine's Day cocktails that are perfect for sharing with your boo.
Style Me Pretty
Cherub's Cup Cocktail
Mix up this cup of elderflower-laced, strawberry-filled love for your sweetie after a long week. With gin, rosé and St. Germain, this cocktail is sure to give you even more of that lovin' feeling. (via Style Me Pretty)
Justine Michael
Shoot Your Shot Cocktail
This spicy sip is bound to get the flirty energy flowing this V-Day. To make it, muddle 2-3 red thai chili slices with 1.75 ounces fresh squeezed blood orange in a shaker. Then, add 0.5 ounces orange liqueur, 1.5 ouncesMi Campo Blanco tequila, 0.5 ounces lime juice, 0.75 ounces agave nectar, and 3 dashes of chili bitters. Shake well, strain, and top with a splash of red wine and a chili. (via Mi Campo Tequila)
Averie Cooks
Kiss On The Lips Cocktail
This tropical cocktail is crafted with just the right amount of frozen mango, rum, vodka, peach schnapps, and grenadine. Yum! (via Averie Cooks)
Bell'alimento
Cilantro Jalapeño Margarita
Spice doesn't need to be reserved for the main dish when you can heat up your cocktail as well. This margarita will leave you with a refreshing sizzle to kick off the evening in style. (via Bell'alimento)
A Cozy Kitchen
Cranberry Thyme Gin + Tonic
Not only does this cocktail create a gorgeous shade of pink; the flavor combination will make you look like an expert mixologist. (via A Cozy Kitchen)
Joy the Baker
The Old Fashioned
Nothing says romance better than a cocktail straight from the '20s. This is the perfect pairing for a bold red lip that never goes out of style! (via Joy the Baker)
Mixop
Coconut Blood Orange Cocktail
If a creamier sip is what you're craving, mix up this adorably-pink coconut cocktail. (via Mixop)
Half Baked Harvest
Raspberry Rose Tequila Kombucha
This drink is the perfect fit for V-Day, thanks to the floral flavors. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Honestly Yum
Maple Bacon Pisco Sour
This cocktail might be the most technical of the bunch, but it will certainly be memorable. And since there's bacon involved, it won't be hard to get your beau to pitch in. (via Honestly Yum)
Honestly Yum
The Bramble
Skip the olives and skewer extra blackberries for a sweet garnish atop this gin-based drink. (via Honestly Yum)
Cookin' Canuck
Clementine + Lemon Gin Cocktail
Talk about a perfect solution for a cold and wintry Valentine's Day. Pull out a blanket and get cozy 'cause this cocktail will transfer you straight to a summer picnic in the park. (via Cookin' Canuck)
Cookie + Kate
The Bootleg Cocktail
Even though we don't live in the age of prohibition (thankfully), that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the mystery and intrigue of classic concoctions. (via Cookie + Kate)
Brooklyn Supper
Sparkling Rosé Sangria
If you can't decide between wine and cocktails, this strawberry sangria provides the perfect combination of the two. (via Brooklyn Supper)
A Beautiful Plate
Grapefruit Mojitos
Grapefruit is known to have several health benefits, which means you can feel good with every sip of this cocktail. (via A Beautiful Plate)
The Taylor House
Valentine's Moscato Float
In need of something sweet? Mix up this ice-cream-meets-wine creation for the perfect after-dinner drink. (via The Taylor House)
What spirits are you drinking this Valentine's Day? Share with us @BritandCo!
This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.
