12 Taylor Swift Inspired Cocktails – For True Swiftys

Immerse yourself in the melodious world of Taylor Swift, where each song is a journey through emotions, and now, with a Taylor Swift-inspired cocktail in hand, the experience is even more immersive.

From the rollercoaster of teenage feelings to the nuanced emotions of adulthood, Taylor’s lyrics have a magical way of resonating with every experience. What better way to complement this musical odyssey than with a cocktail recipe for every Swift era?

Let’s take the getaway car, leave him in a hotel bar and make ourselves a great Taylor Swift cocktial!

1. Champagne Problems

When in doubt, champagne often holds the answer, especially with this cocktail.

• Ingredients:
  • ¼ oz (7.5 ml) orange liqueur
  • ¼ oz (7.5 ml) silver tequila
  • 1 oz (30 ml) club soda
  • Ice
  • Prosecco to top off
  • Garnish: orange slice
• Instructions:
  1. Combine liqueur, tequila, and soda over ice in a wine glass.
  2. Finish with prosecco and an orange slice.

2. The Eras Cocktail

Inspired by the unforgettable Eras Tour, this cocktail is as timeless as Taylor’s music, designed to be enjoyed as many times as you wish, especially while reminiscing over her performances.

• Ingredients:
  • 1 oz (30 ml) vodka
  • ¼ oz (7.5 ml) raspberry liqueur
  • Ice
  • Prosecco to top off
  • Garnish: thyme sprig and raspberry
• Instructions:
  1. Start by chilling a Champagne flute.
  2. Shake vodka and raspberry liqueur with ice.
  3. Strain into the flute and complete with prosecco.
  4. Decorate with a thyme sprig and raspberry.

3. Midnight Martini

A concoction that captures the mystique of Taylor’s “Midnight” moments, this martini is as enigmatic as it is elegant.

• Ingredients:
  • 30 ml vanilla vodka
  • 30 ml Chambord
  • 6 gr citric acid
  • 5 ml sugar syrup
  • 3 drops of black food gel
  • ¼ teaspoon of edible silver dust
• Directions:
  1. Create the “black magic” by combining ¼ teaspoon of edible silver dust, 6 gr citric acid, and 3 drops of black food coloring with 100 gr filtered water.
  2. Combine the black magic and remaining ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for ten seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a cherry. For an optional touch, coat the cherry in sugar syrup and edible glitter.

4. Lover Cosmo

Inspired by the floral hues of the “Lover” album cover, this Cosmo brings a lyrical romance to your glass.

• Ingredients:
  • 30 ml Ciroc Passion Vodka
  • 30 ml Chamberyzette
  • 30 ml red cranberry juice
  • 10 ml lime juice
  • 5 ml sugar syrup
• Directions:
  1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10 seconds.
  2. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a strawberry on the side of the glass.

5. Cruel Spritz Summer

Reflecting the reddish glow of a long, hot summer and a nod to Taylor’s signature red lipstick, this spritz is a tribute to “Cruel Summer.”

• Ingredients:
  • 30 ml Rhubi
  • 30 ml Aperol
  • 60 ml Prosecco
  • 60 ml Passionfruit soda
• Directions:
  1. Pour ingredients into the glass one at a time, stirring gently. Fill with ice and stir again.
  2. Garnish with an orange slice on the side of the glass.

6. Taylor’s Favourite Drink

Taylor once shared her simple yet timeless favorite: vodka and Diet Coke. A simple and refreshing cocktail with 2 ingredients.

• Ingredients:
  • 1½ oz (45 ml) vodka
  • Ice
  • Diet Coke to top off
  • Optional garnish: lemon wedge
• Instructions:
  1. Fill a glass with ice, then pour in vodka.
  2. Add Diet Coke and give it a brief stir.
  3. A lemon wedge can add a zestful garnish.

Learn more about Taylor Swift’s favourite cocktails.

7. Lucky 13

This recipe, inspired by Taylor’s favorite number, is a great T-Swift cocktail for any fan.

• Ingredients:
  • 1½ oz (45 ml) white rum
  • ¾ oz (22.5 ml) coconut water
  • ¾ oz (22.5 ml) lime juice
  • ¼ oz (7.5 ml) falernum
  • Ice
  • Garnish: dehydrated lime wheel
• Instructions:
  1. Cool a coupe glass.
  2. Combine rum, coconut water, lime juice, and falernum with ice; shake well.
  3. Strain and garnish with a lime wheel.

8. Forever Fearless & 18

A nod to Swifties who’ve grown alongside Taylor, embodying the Fearless era’s essence.

• Ingredients:
  • 2 oz (60 ml) white rum
  • 3 oz (90 ml) pineapple juice
  • ¾ oz (22.5 ml) cranberry juice
  • ½ oz (15 ml) lime juice
  • Ice
  • Garnish: orange wedge
• Instructions:
  1. Shake rum, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and lime juice with ice.
  2. Serve over fresh ice and garnish with an orange wedge.

9. It’s a Love Story 

For long-time Swifties or those new to her music, this cocktail is as captivating as her discography.

• Ingredients:
  • 3 oz (90 ml) orange juice
  • 2 oz (60 ml) prosecco
  • 1 oz (30 ml) tequila
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Aperol
  • 1 oz (30 ml) club soda
  • Crushed ice
  • Garnish: orange slice
• Instructions:
  1. Fill a glass with crushed ice, add Aperol.
  2. Shake tequila and orange juice with ice, strain over Aperol and ice.
  3. Add prosecco and club soda, garnish with an orange slice.

10. Back to December

Embrace the nostalgia of December with this heartwarming cocktail, perfect for reflective evenings.

• Ingredients:
  • 3 oz (90 ml) red wine (Rioja or Malbec)
  • 1 oz (30 ml) tart cherry juice
  • ¾ oz (22.5 ml) orange liqueur
  • ½ oz (15 ml) vanilla vodka
  • ¼ oz (7.5 ml) cinnamon liqueur
  • Ice
  • Garnish: 2 cherries
• Instructions:
  1. Mix wine, cherry juice, liqueur, vodka, and cinnamon liqueur over ice.
  2. Stir and garnish for a festive touch.

11. Snakes and Stones

Ignoring the snakes and focusing on the calm, this cocktail offers a sweet, robust flavor.

• Ingredients:
  • 1¼ oz (37.5 ml) caramel vodka
  • 2 oz (60 ml) brewed coffee
  • ¾ oz (22.5 ml) coffee liqueur
  • ½ oz (15 ml) amaretto
  • Ice
  • Garnish: coffee beans
• Instructions:
  1. Shake vodka, coffee, liqueur, and amaretto with ice.
  2. Strain and garnish with coffee beans.

12. Enchanted

Just like a fleeting glance across the room, this cocktail is bound to leave you enchanted.

• Ingredients:
  • 2 oz (60 ml) pear-infused gin
  • ¾ oz (22.5 ml) lime juice
  • ¾ oz (22.5 ml) pear liqueur
  • ½ oz (15 ml) honey syrup
  • Ice
  • Tonic water to top off
  • Garnish: lime wheel
• Instructions:
  1. Combine pear gin, lime juice, liqueur, and syrup with ice; shake.
  2. Strain, top with tonic, and garnish with lime.

Taylor Swift Cocktails – Throw Your Own Eras Party!

Celebrate Taylor Swift’s discography with these themed cocktails, each designed to match the lyrical landscapes she’s created. Whether for a karaoke night or a dance party, these drinks are a toast to the moments Taylor’s music has underscored in our lives.

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