Memorize These 5 Ridiculously Simple 3-Ingredient Pitcher Cocktails
Serving up one big-batch cocktail instead of individual ones is always the way to go when you’re entertaining (trust me — it only takes one night of bartending at your own party to learn that). These pitcher cocktails call for only three ingredients, one of which is vodka. Juices, fresh herbs, and citrus round out the drinks, resulting in refreshing beverages that are dangerously sippable and incredibly festive, no matter the occasion.
5 Easy Pitcher Cocktails for a Crowd
- The ingredients: Each pitcher calls for just three ingredients, including vodka. There’s no need to splurge on the fanciest bottle, since it’s being mixed.
- The serving size: Each pitcher serves 8 to 10 people.
Cape Codder Pitcher
Slice 4 limes into thin wedges and place in a pitcher. Muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to bruise and release the juices. Stir in 6 cups chilled cranberry juice and 2 cups vodka. Serve in ice-filled glasses.
Spicy Pineapple Pitcher
Thinly slice 2 jalapeños and place in a pitcher. Muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to bruise and release the juices. Stir in 6 cups chilled pineapple juice and 2 cups vodka. Serve in ice-filled glasses.
Get the recipe: Spicy Pineapple Pitcher
Cucumber Moscow Mule Pitcher
Thinly slice 1/2 English cucumber and place in a large pitcher. Muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to bruise and release the juices. Stir in 4 (12-ounce bottles) chilled ginger beer (6 cups) and 2 cups vodka. Serve in ice-filled glasses.
Sparkling Rosemary Cider Pitcher
Cut or break 4 fresh rosemary sprigs in half and place in a pitcher. Muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to bruise and release the oils. Stir in 2 (750-milliliter) bottles chilled sparkling apple cider (about 6 1/3 cups) and 2 cups vodka. Serve in ice-filled glasses.
Get the recipe: Sparkling Rosemary Cider Pitcher
Tangerine Sunrise Pitcher
Stir together 6 cups chilled tangerine juice and 2 cups vodka in a pitcher. Slowly pour 1/2 cup grenadine syrup straight down the middle of the pitcher so it sinks to the bottom. Serve in ice-filled glasses.
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