Explore this selection of 25 red bevs! Ideal for some kind of vampiric-themed party, The alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are listed alphabetically for quick reference! Interested in a specific drink? Each one on the list comes with a short description for you to explore further.
Red Drinks – Alphabetized
| Non-Alcoholic | Alcoholic |
| Beet Juice | Campari Spritz |
| Berry Kombucha | Bloody Mary/Virgin Mary |
| Berry Smoothie | Cosmopolitan |
| Blood Orange Juice | Cherry Brandy |
| Cherry Cola | Kir Royale |
| Cranberry Juice | Manhattan Cocktail |
| Goji Berry Tea | Negroni |
| Grenadine Soda | Red Sangria |
| Hibiscus Tea | Red Wine |
| Pomegranate Juice | Strawberry Daiquiri |
| Raspberry Cordial | |
| Red Velvet Shake | |
| Red Grapefruit Juice | |
| Rooh Afza | |
| Tomato Juice |
Red Drinks – List
Here are 25 red drinks!
Non-Alcoholic
Beet Juice
Beetroot juice is packed with antioxidants like betacyanin that fight free radicals. It’s rich in nitrates and folic acid and might taste a bit earthy or intense for some, thanks to the iron content. Benefits? It could help lower blood pressure, reduce bad cholesterol, boost exercise stamina, and even enhance muscle strength in folks with heart failure. Plus, it might aid in weight management, prevent liver fat buildup, and support overall health during chemotherapy. So, love it or hate it, it sure packs a punch in the health department!
Berry Kombucha
Kombucha is a fizzy, fermented black tea, often with added juice, fruits, or spices. Originally from China, this drink is known for its natural probiotics that support a healthy gut and immune system. Berries added to kombucha boost its antioxidants. This bubbly beverage offers a tasty way to enjoy probiotics and antioxidants while quenching your thirst.
Berry Smoothie
Whip up a nutritious smoothie with ease! Blend frozen berries, bananas, Greek yogurt, and your preferred liquid for a creamy treat. Play around with skim milk, almond milk, or cranberry juice for variety. Feeling fancy? Add a touch of honey for extra sweetness. I like to keep frozen berries on hand for those sudden smoothie cravings, making it super easy to just throw them into a blender for a quick pick-me-up!
Blood Orange Juice
Blood oranges have a unique taste like regular oranges but with a floral twist and a hint of tartness. They’re sweeter and less acidic than regular oranges, and some say they’re raspberry-like. Packed with anthocyanins, these antioxidants give them their deep red color and anti-cancer properties. By fighting free radicals, they help prevent cell damage. Enjoy blood oranges solo, mix them in mimosas or cocktails, or try a zesty blood orange soda.
Cherry Cola
Cherry cola is a delightful soft drink blending cherry-flavored syrup with cola for a sweet beverage. The Coca-Cola Company introduced their Cherry Coke at the 1982 World’s Fair in Knoxville, Tennessee, before releasing it nationwide in the U.S. in 1985. This playful concoction offers a twist on the classic cola flavor, making it a fun choice for those seeking a fruity kick in their soda experience.
Cranberry Juice
Cranberry juice, extracted from the vibrant red fruit, boasts a unique blend of sweetness, tartness, and a hint of bitterness. It’s ideal for a refreshing drink on its own, as well as sauces and cocktails! Opt for cranberry tea in chilly weather for a cozy treat, though it’s not as nutrient-rich as fresh cranberries. This warm beverage is a popular choice during winter, complementing the tangy flavor with sweeter notes.
Goji Berry Tea
Goji berry tea is an ancient remedy that is said to help remove toxins from the body, especially in polluted areas. Boil a handful of berries in water, simmer for 5 minutes, and use the liquid with the berries as a drink or even in oatmeal or smoothies. Benefits of goji berries include eye protection, immune system support, cancer prevention, healthy skin, blood sugar stability, improved mood and sleep, and liver damage prevention.
Grenadine Soda
Grenadine, a syrup found in cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, is crafted from pomegranate juice simmered with sugar. It offers a tasty mix of tangy and sweet notes that jazz up beverages. To transform it into a soda, blend a splash of syrup with soda water for a refreshing twist that is perfect in the summertime.
Hibiscus Tea
Hibiscus tea, brewed from crimson calyces of the roselle flower, is an herbal delight enjoyed hot or cold. This tea isn’t just about flavor; it’s a health booster too. It’s said to help lower blood pressure, tackle “bad” cholesterol, and support weight management. While these perks sound promising, more wide-scale studies are needed to confirm the full benefits. Sip on some hibiscus tea – it’s a simple way to add some zing to your day!
Pomegranate Juice
Pomegranate juice, extracted from the fruit, is a versatile kitchen staple as both a fresh juice and syrup. It packs a punch with antioxidants, potentially aiding in cancer prevention, offering vitamin C, aiding digestion, and lowering insulin resistance. From cancer prevention to immune support and fertility, it’s a jack-of-all-trades. Flavors include fruity, sour, sweet, earthy, and a hint of bitterness, shaped by natural fruit sugars and organic acids. Feeling chilly? Whip up a pomegranate tea by combining seeds and juice in hot water for a warm pick-me-up.
Raspberry Cordial
Raspberry cordial, a blend of raspberries, sugar, and sometimes lemon juice, is a delightful and tangy beverage perfect for various occasions. Whether enjoyed on its own or mixed with soda water for a fizzy twist, this kid-friendly drink adds a touch of charm to tea parties! Pair it with some delicious finger foods for a fancy mini feast that will surely delight your guests.
Red Velvet Shake
To whip up a delicious red velvet milkshake, gather milk, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and red velvet cookies. Blend cookies, ice cream, and milk until smooth. Adjust milk quantity for desired consistency. Drizzle melted chocolate inside a serving glass, then pour in the milkshake and top with whipped cream. YUMMMMMM!
Red Grapefruit Juice
Are you tired of boring orange juice? Get your daily dose of vitamin C with red grapefruit juice! This citrus gem not only helps lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels but also reduces the risk of colon and lung cancer. Loaded with beta carotene and lycopene, these antioxidants are like superheroes fighting off health foes. In fact, one cup of grapefruit has as much lycopene as a medium tomato.
Rooh Afza
Rooh Afza, a beloved drink from India and Pakistan, is a concentrated squash with a rich history. First created in 1906, this delightful beverage boasts flavors like rose essence, screw pine, and a mix of fruit and herb extracts, including apple, pineapple, orange, coriander, and vetiver. Its ingredients vary based on the country of production. Whether drizzled over ice cream, mixed with water, or used to make falooda, Rooh Afza offers a blend of floral, fruity, and herbal notes that make it a refreshing choice for sunny days.
Tomato Juice
Tomato juice is a versatile mixer in classics like Bloody Mary, Caesar, and Michelada cocktails. Known for promoting heart health and aiding digestion, its mild laxative properties help prevent constipation and support good gut bacteria. Clamato, often confused with tomato juice, blends reconstituted tomato juice with spices, clam broth, and a hint of sugar. This unique drink, derived from the fusion of clam and tomato, is affectionately known as “clamato juice”.
Alcoholic
Bloody Mary/Virgin Mary
The Bloody Mary cocktail consists of vodka, tomato juice, and an array of spices and flavorings, such as Worcestershire sauce, hot sauces, garlic, celery, salt, and black pepper. Known for its unique taste, the Bloody Mary offers a blend of spicy, salty, and savory flavors, with prominent hints of tomatoes and hot sauce. Traditionally consumed in the morning or afternoon, this drink is often favored as a remedy for hangovers. A Virgin Mary shares the same ingredients as a Bloody Mary but lacks the addition of vodka.
Campari Spritz
Wondering what goes into a Campari Spritz? It’s a mix of 2 parts Campari, 3 parts Prosecco, and 1 part soda water. Campari is a deep red, packing 20.5 to 28.5 percent alcohol, while Aperol, its sweeter sibling, has a lower 11 percent ABV. To make Campari, they blend alcohol with bitter herbs, plants, and fruits, adding an artificial dye for that bold red hue (once it came from bugs!). So, if you’re up for a refreshing drink that’s a bit bitter and a bit sweet, a Campari Spritz might just be your next go-to. Cheers to that!
Cherry Brandy
Cherry ‘brandy,’ the main type of cherry liqueur, can be confusing as it’s often not made with brandy but with cherries soaked in vodka. While some may include brandy, it’s not a must in most places. This classic drink boasts a deep red hue and ripe cherry aroma. It offers a fresh and fruity taste, perfect for cocktails and tasty trifles. Explore cherry brandy recipes for cakes, Black Forest gâteau, and more.
Cosmopolitan
The Cosmopolitan, also known as a Cosmo, is a cocktail crafted with vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and lime. Belonging to the Gimlet cocktail family, the Cosmo is sometimes perceived as a stereotypical “girly” drink associated with sophistication. Contrary to this assumption, a well-prepared Cosmo is not excessively sweet or fruity like many other female-oriented beverages. Cosmos offer a balanced sweetness with a hint of tanginess from the lime, blending the flavors of cranberry juice with a touch of orange notes from the Cointreau. Despite containing a substantial amount of alcohol, mixed in equal parts with non-alcoholic ingredients, the alcohol flavor is not overpowering, making Cosmos deceptively easy to drink!
Kir Royale
The Kir royal, a French cocktail twist on the Kir, swaps white wine for champagne mixed with crème de cassis. Served in a flute glass, it’s a sweet and tart treat reminiscent of Champagne with a currant kick. Currants bring a bold, acidic burst, like juicy berries that make your mouth pucker. So, if you’re up for something different and fancy a bit of French flair in your glass, give the Kir royal a try.
Manhattan Cocktail
The Manhattan, a classic cocktail, is crafted with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters. While rye is the traditional choice, other whiskies like Canadian, bourbon, blended, and Tennessee can be used. This drink packs a punch with a strong, boozy flavor and a hint of bitterness, thanks to the bitters. Sweet vermouth adds herbal notes. Opt for bourbon if you prefer a sweeter sip, as rye gives a drier, spicier kick.
Negroni
The Negroni, a classic cocktail, combines gin, vermouth rosso, and Campari in equal parts over ice, often garnished with an orange slice. Served in a plain glass, it’s far from dull. Famous figures like James Bond and Orson Welles favored this drink for its unique blend of flavors. Welles even pointed out its potential health benefits. This concoction strikes a perfect balance, with the bitterness of the Campari complementing the gin.
Red Sangria
Sangria, an alcoholic drink from Spain and Portugal, is a fruity punch made with red wine, chopped fruit, and sometimes other spirits. To keep it less sugary, start with dry red wine and choose tangy fruits like Granny Smith apples over super-sweet ones. Similar to sangria, mulled wine also includes brandy, sweeteners, and flavorings, but it is served hot! (spices for mulled wine, fruit for sangria). Both are delightful choices whether you’re in the mood for a warm, spiced drink or a refreshing, fruity sip.
Red Wine
Red wine is crafted from dark grape varieties, ranging in color from violet in young wines to brick red in mature ones. The acidity of red wine balances tartness with sweetness and bitterness from tannins. The beverage is not just for drinking. It is also widely utilized in cooking to enhance stews, sauces, and desserts. Use red wine to deglaze pans, tenderize meat, or add depth to dishes.
Strawberry Daiquiri
Whip up a classic daiquiri by blending rum, lime, simple syrup, strawberries, and ice until smooth. This fruity concoction strikes a perfect balance between sweet and tangy flavors. Lime juice brings a zesty kick, while simple syrup and rum add their unique tastes. The choice of rum and lime-to-sweetener ratio can tweak the overall taste. Adding a cup of ice bulks up the frozen strawberry daiquiri into a light cocktail with about 8% ABV. For a stronger kick, shake it up without the blended ice to hit around 12% ABV.
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