Discover these 25 purple beverages! Perfect for a Prince-Purple-Rain-inspired gathering, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options are arranged in alphabetical order for easy reference. Curious about a particular drink? Each entry features a brief description so you can delve deeper into those purple hues.
Purple Drinks – Alphabetized
Alcoholic
- Blackberry Bramble Cocktail
- Blackberry Wine
- Blueberry Beer
- Blueberry Margarita
- Blueberry Wine
- Elderberry Wine
- Plum Wine
- Purple Gin Fizz
- Purple Haze Cocktail
- Purple Rain Cocktail
- Violet Liqueur
Non-Alcoholic
- Acai Berry Juice
- Acai Smoothie
- Berry Punch
- Blackcurrant Juice
- Blueberry Juice
- Blueberry Lemonade
- Butterfly Pea Tea
- Concord Grape Soda
- Elderberry Tea
- Grape Juice
- Lavender Tea
- Mixed Berry Smoothie
- Purple Cow Milkshake
- Ube Based Drinks
Purple Drinks with Pictures and Facts
Alcoholic
Blackberry Bramble Cocktail
The Bramble cocktail, created by the renowned bartender Dick Bradsell at Fred’s Club in London during the 1980s, is a gin-based drink inspired by the blackberries he enjoyed as a child on the Isle of Wight. If blackberries are not on hand, blackberry preserves can be a fantastic substitute, as they offer a similar flavor profile. In the absence of blackberry liqueur, Crème de Cassis can be used as a readily available alternative. This cocktail is known for its sour, refreshing, and fruity taste.
Blackberry Wine
If a wine is crafted from fruits other than grapes, it’s called a fruit wine or a citrus wine if made from citrus fruits. Blackberry wine, a classic Croatian drink, is rich in minerals and antioxidants like polyphenolics, which are essential for health. Pair it with bold cheeses like aged cheddars, herbed cheese, feta, or Manchego for a delightful mid-afternoon snack combination.
Blueberry Beer
Craft breweries are renowned for adding various things to their brews, and one of those is blueberries! Adding some blended blueberries to the secondary fermenter produces a pleasant blueish-purple brew with a delightful blueberry flavor, creating a refreshing summer beer.
Blueberry Margarita
A fresh blueberry margarita with blueberries, lime, salt rim, and reposado or añejo tequila is a fun twist on the classic summer cocktail. For this refreshing drink, muddle fresh blueberries and lime juice in a cocktail shaker, add tequila, simple syrup, bitters, and ice, then shake vigorously. Rub the rim of the glasses with lime and salt, fill with ice, and strain the mixture into the glasses. A true taste of summer!
Blueberry Wine
Blueberry wine offers a subtle, sweet, and rich flavor profile while remaining easy to drink. Available in both sweet and dry variations, this wine is known for its pleasant sweetness without being overly syrupy. With a smooth texture, it pairs wonderfully with cheese and cinnamon-infused fruits. Whether served at a poolside barbecue or any gathering, blueberry wine is sure to add to the festive atmosphere.
Elderberry Wine
Elderberry wine is crafted by fermenting elderberries and other elements. This wine can vary in taste from sweet to tart, sometimes likened to Port due to its dry, earthy flavor. It may be oak-aged and has a robust body akin to grape wines. Ideal for pairing with red meat and game, it complements dishes like steaks, hamburgers, lamb, and portobello mushrooms, as well as aged cheeses like cheddar or gouda.
Plum Wine
Damson plums, a beloved old American variety, are small, round to oblong with shiny, deep purple to black skin and firm amber flesh boasting a spicy, tart taste. Ideal for crafting wine and spirits, they were once common in England, with a 19th-century reference likening good Damson wine to fine port. This full-bodied homemade wine is made in just five days from fresh, ripe stone fruit. Earthy and smooth, the plum wine pairs perfectly with cheese, red meat, or chocolate.
Purple Gin Fizz
Why make a regular gin fizz when you can use purple gin and make a purple gin fizz? Enhance this vibrant lemonade-style drink with fresh berries or citrus to accentuate the gin’s fruity flavors. Mix 1 1/2 oz of purple gin, 3/4 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 oz simple syrup, and 2 oz soda water in a tumbler. Stir gently, add ice, and garnish with a lemon wedge or zest plus fresh berries.
Purple Haze Cocktail
The purple haze is a fun and popular mixed drink with various recipes to try. It’s easy to mix whether you prefer a highball, lowball, martini, or a quick shot. Typically made with vodka, fruit liqueur, and sometimes soda, it can also include absinthe or sambuca. This purple cocktail has hints of blackberry and cranberry, where the fruit flavors shine, masking the vodka and making it pretty dangerous!
Purple Rain Cocktail
This fruity concoction has spawned many adaptations worldwide, all sharing the vibrant and colorful essence of the original purple rain drink. One popular variation of the Purple Rain Cocktail is made with ginger ale, ginger beer, or lemon-lime soda, along with Chambord. Legend has it that this twist was first mixed up by a famous musician at his renowned bar in Minneapolis. Another version blends vodka, lemonade, blue Curaçao, and grenadine, known for its purple rain appearance when the red grenadine sinks through the blue liquids.
Violet Liqueur
Violet Liqueur is indeed crafted from violets’ blossoms and roots and can be used for all kinds of drinks beyond the classic Aviation cocktail. Elevate Champagne with a splash for a Violette Royal, or blend it with whiskey, lemon juice, and honey syrup for a Scotch Violet. The essence of violets shines through in this floral liqueur, delivering a subtly sweet and flowery taste.
Non-Alcoholic
Acai Berry Juice
Acai is rich in antioxidants that shield cells from harm and offer more antioxidant power than most other berries. Compounds in acai may reduce swelling, regulate blood sugar, and boost the immune system. In the USA, commercial acai berry juice is tropical and sweet, complementing well with fruits like pineapple, coconut, and mango.
Acai Smoothie
Making an Acai Smoothie is a breeze. Packed with nutrients, it’s a great breakfast or snack for you or the kids. My favorite blend includes acai berry powder or puree mixed with berries, banana, and non-dairy milk. Acai has a slightly tart, earthy taste akin to dark chocolate, red wine, and a mix of berries like cherries, raspberries, and blueberries, so the addition of slightly sweeter berries and bananas really takes the flavor up a notch.
Berry Punch
You can make a super purple berry punch a couple of ways. The first, place blueberries, blackberries, and mulberries in a large bowl, and add juice (and vodka for an alcoholic twist). Refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld, and then serve in glasses over ice. Or, in a blender, combine 2 cups of lemon-lime soda with the frozen berries, ginger paste, and mint leaves. Blend until smooth, adding more soda if needed. Pour the berry mixture into a pitcher and slowly mix in the remaining soda. Serve immediately, adding extra soda to each glass as desired.
Blackcurrant Juice
Blackcurrant juice is packed full of vitamin C and other antioxidants. Natural blackcurrant juice should possess the distinctive sweet-sour taste of blackcurrants, free from any undesirable flavors that suggest subpar raw materials or production methods. Blackcurrants contain flavonoids and potent antioxidants, supporting cardiovascular health by reducing total cholesterol and LDL levels while boosting HDL (good) cholesterol. The best blackcurrant juice should always be made fresh by blending them up and enjoying immediately.
Blueberry Juice
Blueberries, with their antioxidant properties, may be beneficial for degenerative diseases and promote proper blood flow to the brain. So, it is in your best interest to make yourself some homemade blueberry juice! Start by rinsing a cup of fresh blueberries a couple of times and soaking them in water with vinegar and baking soda. Then, blend the blueberries into a smooth juice, adding raw sugar or sweetener, water, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, pour into glasses, and enjoy immediately for the best taste!
Blueberry Lemonade
Enjoy a refreshing blueberry lemonade on a sunny summer day by mixing sweet blueberries and tangy lemons. The zingy citrus juice also helps to brighten the blueberries’ natural hue! Make a simple syrup by heating sugar and water. Juice the lemons, muddle blueberries, add ice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and cold water. Serve in glasses topped with sparkling water and extra blueberries.
Butterfly Pea Tea
Butterfly pea flower tea, often referred to as blue tea, is a herbal infusion made from the flower petals or whole flowers of the Clitoria ternatea plant, known for its caffeine-free properties. Originating from Southeast Asia, this tea brews into a stunning blue hue and offers a floral and mildly sweet taste reminiscent of chamomile. So, where does the purple part come in? When lemon or lime is added, the tea magically transforms from blue to purple, making it a unique and visually captivating beverage option, whether enjoyed hot or cold.
Concord Grape Soda
Want to make your own Concord grape soda? Start by boiling a mix of Concord grape juice, water, agave nectar, and lemon zest, then let it simmer before cooling. Once at room temp, strain out the lemon zest, add Champagne yeast, cover, and let sit for 24 hours. Transfer the liquid to a plastic bottle, leaving space at the top, seal tightly, and let it sit for 24 hours at room temp. Check carbonation carefully, then refrigerate for 24 hours before serving. Enjoy chilled for up to 2 weeks!
Elderberry Tea
Elderberry tea is a comforting drink that helps fight off colds and flu. The inky purple berries from the Sambucus tree are packed with vitamins, minerals, and immune-boosting compounds. This tea, derived from elderberry flowers and berries, offers a sweet-tart flavor with earthy notes. Regarded as “superfoods,” elderberries are famous for their health benefits, and having them in a tea form is often enjoyed by wellness enthusiasts.
Grape Juice
Grape juice is made by crushing and blending grapes into a liquid. Aside from regular grape juice for drinking, the sugars in grape juice make it versatile to be used as a sweetener or to produce wine, brandy, or vinegar. In the wine industry, grape juice with 7–23 percent pulp, skins, stems, and seeds is called must and is used as a base for wine production.
Lavender Tea
Brewed from the purple buds of the Lavandula angustifolia plant, lavender tea is believed to have calming effects, aiding in better sleep and promoting skin health. Research on its benefits is limited and, unfortunately, is primarily focusing on lavender extracts. Taste-wise, it has hints of rosemary, mint, and sometimes green apple, rose, and earthy notes akin to green tea. It can really vary from smoky to floral and sweet.
Mixed Berry Smoothie
My favorite purple mixed berry smoothie is a simple blend of frozen blueberries, blackberries, mulberries, bananas, Greek yogurt, milk or juice, and optional sweetener. Sometimes, I add vanilla protein powder for some extra sustenance. I keep bags of frozen berries in the freezer for smoothie cravings. Apple juice works great as a sweet base, eliminating the need for extra sweetener. Other options include skim milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or cranberry juice. If using juice, honey isn’t necessary, but you can add some for less sweet liquids like skim milk.
Purple Cow Milkshake
Creating a purple cow milkshake is a breeze with just grape juice, vanilla ice cream, milk, and ice. Simply add all the ingredients to a blender and give it a whizz! These milkshakes have a sweet vanilla taste, along with a slight tang from the grape juice, and a vibrant purple color adds to the fun! Another way to whip up a purple cow is by blending vanilla ice cream with grape soda.
Ube Bubble Tea
Ube looks so beautiful in different drinks. Particularly when mixed with milk. Enjoy a fun and easy way to create ube milk tea! This creamy, refreshing drink is perfect for summer, featuring a vibrant purple hue. Experiment with blending milk and fresh ube, or try ube powder or halaya for different variations. Prepare a big batch to keep in the fridge for up to 5-7 days, allowing you to whip up a delightful ube bubble milk tea whenever the craving strikes.
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