Nothing says elegance like a crisp, white-colored cocktail. Plus, if you drop it on your clothes, it’s much easier to get the stain out, a bonus if you are clumsy like me. We have gathered 25 white drinks, both adult-only and child-friendly. So, if you need something spill—or stain-friendly, read on!
White Drinks – Alphabetized
See if your favorite white drink made our list!
Non-Alcoholic Drinks:
- Almond Milk
- Banana Smoothie
- Brazillian Lemonade
- Buttermilk
- Coconut Milk
- Coconut Water
- Dragonfruit Agua Fresca
- Dragonfruit Smoothie
- Eggnog (Non-Alcoholic version)
- Horchata
- Milk
- Piña Colada Mocktail
- Vanilla Milkshake
- Vietnamese Soda
- White Hot Chocolate
- White Tea
Alcoholic Drinks
- Boozy Vanilla Milkshake
- Gin Fizz
- Martini Bianco
- Pina Colada
- Sake (Nigori Sake)
- White Ale
- White Rum
- White Russian
- White Wine
White Drinks – List
Here are 25 white drinks!
Non-Alcoholic Drinks:
Almond Milk
Almond milk is an off-white plant-based alternative to dairy milk made from almonds, with a watery texture and nutty taste. It is cholesterol-free, lactose-free, and low in saturated fat. Varieties range from unsweetened to flavored options mimicking cow’s milk like vanilla and chocolate. Almond milk can be seamlessly substituted for dairy milk in recipes such as French toast, bread pudding, mashed potatoes, creamy soups, ice cream, baked goods, and beverages like smoothies and milkshakes. Plus, it is super easy to make yourself!
Banana Smoothie
What exactly is a smoothie? Blending various ingredients in a mixer creates a smoothie, usually with a liquid base like fruit juice or milk, paired with yogurt, ice cream, or other fun things like fruits, veggies, or supplements. A popular combination is bananas with milk, enjoyed by all ages for breakfast or a snack. My preferred recipe is frozen bananas, milk, and vanilla protein powder for added flavor and nutrition. Greek yogurt can be included for probiotics and extra protein.
Brazillian Lemonade
Limonada suíça, also known as Brazilian lemonade, is a cold, refreshing drink made with limes, sugar, condensed milk, water, and ice blended together. This creamy and frothy concoction is a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and bitter flavors if you include the lime rind. The absence of lime skin reduces the bitterness and leaves you with a drink with a white hue rather than green. This beverage is a delightful way to cool off during the upcoming sweltering summer days!
Buttermilk
Buttermilk is a fermented dairy beverage, historically derived from the liquid remnants of churning cultured cream into butter. With modern butter production using uncultured sweet cream, Western countries now produce buttermilk separately. The taste of store-bought cultured buttermilk is tangy and buttery, thicker than regular milk. Traditional sweet cream buttermilk is thinner with a sweeter, subtler flavor. Try buttermilk with cumin seeds, mint, and salt for a refreshing drink in the hot months from May to August. It makes a natural, chemical-free option that is good for your guts with the natural probiotics.
Coconut Milk
Coconut milk, a milky-white liquid obtained from mature coconut pulp, is rich and opaque due to its high oil content, mainly saturated fat. Found in Southeast Asia, Oceania, South Asia, and East African cuisines, coconut milk offers a floral, coconut-like taste, similar to coconut flesh or flakes. While not inherently sweet, some variations are sweetened. This ingredient enhances soups, curries, and stews, adding depth and richness. Its natural fats help balance spices, reducing heat while retaining flavor. A dairy-free alternative, coconut milk can substitute milk or cream for the creamiest vegetable soups or be used as a milk alternative in smoothies or other beverages.
Coconut Water
Coconut water is a clear to milky off-white liquid found inside young coconuts, which actually acts as a suspension for the coconut’s endosperm during early development. The flavor of coconut water varies based on the coconut type and growth location, ranging from nutty to sweet, with hints of vanilla or other notes. It serves as an ideal beverage for rehydrating and replenishing electrolytes post-exercise, restoring lost minerals like potassium, magnesium, sodium, and calcium, which are crucial for maintaining proper fluid balance within the body. Healthy and delicious!
Dragonfruit Agua Fresca
Agua fresca, originating in Mexico, is a refreshing drink made from fresh fruit, lime juice, water, sweeteners like sugar or agave, and sometimes fresh herbs such as mint. For a white variation, dragonfruit is a perfect choice! For one serving, combine 1 cup of roughly chopped dragonfruit, 1 cup of water, juice of half a medium lime, and one teaspoon of pure cane sugar or agave nectar; adjust sweetness based on fruit ripeness. Adjust ingredient quantities as needed for multiple servings.
Dragon Fruit Smoothie
Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit, also known as strawberry pear or pitaya, growing on a cactus-like plant. Its subtly sweet taste pairs well with bananas, mangoes, strawberries, blueberries, and pineapples in smoothies. Dragon fruit smoothies can be white if you use the regular dragon fruit and not the red/purple one. They are complemented by almond, coconut, or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
Eggnog (Non-Alcoholic version)
For both homemade and store-bought eggnogs, options exist with or without alcohol. Alcohol like bourbon, brandy, or rum can be added during preparation or afterward. To create an alcohol-free version at home, you need heavy cream, whole milk, nutmeg, vanilla extract, sugar, salt, eggs, and extra egg yolks to mix all together. While eggnog offers some vitamins and protein, it is high in sugar and fat, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation. Eggnog may not be healthy, but its rich taste and nutritional content make it a popular white/off-white beverage for the festive season.
Horchata
Horchata, also known as orxata, refers to diverse plant-based beverages that may include animal milk. In Spain, tiger nuts are soaked, ground, and sweetened to make horchata. In some American regions, the drink is prepared with jicaro, melon, sesame seeds, or white rice, combined with various spices. Horchata tastes like sweet, creamy rice milk with a smooth texture resembling rice pudding. The level of sweetness in horchata varies based on the quantities of sugar and vanilla used. Throw in a bit of rum to make a delicious horchata cocktail!
Milk
Milk, by definition, is a white liquid food produced by mammals’ mammary glands. Usually used to feed the young, it is also collected from animals for human diets. Aside from cow milk, various animals like water buffalo, goats, sheep, camels, and yaks also provide milk for dairy products. The flavor profile of milk exhibits notes such as milky, acidic, vanilla, caramel, fruity, beany, buttery, meaty, and vegetative. These distinct notes arise from components like lactones, acids, aldehydes, alcohols, ketones, esters, sulfur compounds, furans, and nitrogen. Try a few different varieties and brands to see which works best for you!
Piña Colada Mocktail
The Virgin Pina Colada – a blend of icy, creamy coconut goodness that beckons your taste buds! This refreshing concoction is a breeze to whip up in no time. Often known as a Pina Colada mocktail, it’s the alcohol-free version that’s suitable for sharing with everyone. The recipe calls for pineapple juice, coconut cream, and cream of coconut, all mixed with ice for that perfect tropical chill. Ideal for kids, families, gatherings, and expectant mothers, this drink is a hit even without the booze.
Vanilla Milkshake
Combine 2/3 cup of milk, ice cream, and vanilla extract or syrup in a blender; blend until smooth. For the perfect shake, start blending at low speed, gradually increasing to medium until the milkshake is smooth and pourable, for approximately 1 minute. Pour the mixture into glasses and enjoy. I like to use an excessive amount of ice cream, at least three scoops, to make it super thick and creamy. Make sure the ice cream is softish so it blends properly. Another white milkshake you might love is the coconut milkshake!
Vietnamese Soda
Egg soda, known as soda sữa hột gà in Vietnamese, is a unique sweet beverage from Southern Vietnam. This drink combines egg yolk, sweetened condensed milk, and club soda. Despite its unconventional ingredients, it offers a surprisingly refreshing taste resembling a creamy ice cream soda. The process involves mixing club soda with condensed milk and egg yolk to create a frothy texture. The club soda’s sodium bicarbonate and sodium citrate properties cook the egg yolk for safe consumption.
White Hot Chocolate
White hot chocolate, crafted from white chocolate incorporating cocoa butter, milk solids, sugar, and flavorings, offers a creamier and sweeter taste compared to its regular counterpart. In contrast, traditional hot chocolate, typically made with dark or milk chocolate containing cocoa solids, cocoa butter, and sugar, provides a different flavor profile. To prepare white hot chocolate, heat milk with vanilla extract and mix in quality white chocolate until smooth and creamy. Any dairy or non-dairy milk can be used, but using premium white chocolate is crucial for optimal results, so avoid baking chips or buttons for this one.
White Tea
White tea comes in various styles featuring young or minimally processed leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant. Although lacking macronutrients, white tea is rich in antioxidants like polyphenols, flavonoids, and tannins due to its minimal processing. In fact, this tea type stands out for its high antioxidant content compared to others. The flavor profile of white tea is often described as floral, grassy, honeyed, and fruity, with notes of melon, peach, apricot, vanilla, chocolate, citrus, and herbs.
Alcoholic Drinks
Boozy Vanilla Milkshake
Transform your traditional vanilla milkshake into an adult-friendly beverage by infusing it with spirits like Guinness, Kahlua, Bailey’s, or Cointreau. These boozy milkshakes cater to the sweet-toothed partygoers. For a twist, experiment with incorporating your favorite candy as a mixer. Begin by blending milk, ice cream, and your spirit of choice until frothy. Serve the concoction in a glass and top it off with whipped cream.
Gin Fizz
The classic Gin Fizz cocktail, with its frothy topping, resembles a lemon meringue pie, offering a perfect blend of sweet and sour notes. It shares similarities with the Tom Collins, which shares common ingredients like gin, lemon juice, sweetener, and soda water. The Gin Fizz is vigorously shaken to create a fizzy texture and can include an egg white for extra frothiness. In contrast, the Tom Collins is a taller drink that is stirred rather than shaken, showcasing a slightly different drinking experience.
Martini Bianco
Known as the ‘Bianchissimo,’ MARTINI Bianco boasts a blend of herbs, flowers, and white wines, resulting in a vibrant, intricate flavor profile. Expect richness with notes of ginger-spiced baked apples, herbal bitterness, hints of honey, vanilla, and lively lemon zest. Enjoy over ice neat with a lime twist, mixed with tonic water for a refreshing drink, or as a base for various classic cocktails. MARTINI Bianco Vermouth is a softer, lighter vermouth style featuring a citrus aroma and a delicate balance of bitterness and honeyed vanilla notes. Pair it with tonic and complement the experience with savory, aromatic snacks like chargrilled artichokes.
Pina Colada
The piña colada, a cocktail hailing from Puerto Rico, is a blend of rum, cream of coconut, and pineapple juice, commonly prepared by blending or shaking with ice. It is often garnished with a pineapple wedge or maraschino cherry. While the traditional piña colada boasts a balanced and tart flavor profile, the popular perception leans towards a sweet, slushy concoction embodying the essence of rum, coconut, and tropical pineapple juice. Crafted with white rum to showcase the vibrant colors of pineapple and coconut, the piña colada offers a tropical flair in every sip. Perfect for a beach vacation.
Sake (Nigori Sake)
Nigori sake, a popular sake type known for its cloudiness due to rice particles left in the brew, is often mistakenly called “Unfiltered” sake in the U.S. Though all sake goes through some level of filtration, Nigori sake retains some unfermented rice particles after coarse filtration. It comes in various styles, ranging from creamy to light, like the “Usu-Nigori.” Best served chilled, Nigori sake pairs well with spicy dishes, fruit plates, cheese platters, and desserts. To enhance the experience, gently shake the bottle before serving, allowing the flavors to unfold.
White Ale
A white ale, classified as an unfiltered wheat beer brewed through top fermentation, distinguishes itself with its predominant use of unmalted ingredients and its high wheat content, in contrast to the prevalent toasted grains in many contemporary beers. Its flavor profile combines a slight tartness with a harmonious blend of light malt and wheat nuances, complemented by intricate citrus and spice undertones that result in a refreshing taste profile. Americans often enhance white beers by adding slices of lemon or orange, possibly to amplify the beer’s vibrant citrus essence. The color is more light yellow than white, but considering the name, it makes our list of white drinks!
White Rum
White rum is a distilled alcoholic beverage derived from sugarcane products like molasses or sugarcane juice, which skips the aging process typical of darker rums. Notable varieties like Chairman’s Reserve White Label and Brugal Blanco Supremo are praised for their smoothness, subtle sweetness, and citrus notes. Versatile in consumption, white rum can be savored neat, with water, or over ice. This rum serves as a base for a myriad of fruity cocktails, from the classic mojito with lime and mint to a daiquiri blended with ripe strawberries or the iconic piña colada with pineapple and coconut.
White Russian
A white Russian cocktail consists of vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream poured over ice in an old-fashioned glass. This drink offers a creamy and delectable iced coffee flavor with a boozy punch, where the alcohol taste is balanced by the sweetness of Kahlua and the richness of the cream. Ideal for enthusiasts of dessert cocktails such as Espresso Martinis, Irish Coffees, or Chocolate Martinis, this one is for you!
White Wine
White wine undergoes fermentation without skin contact, resulting in shades like straw-yellow, yellow-green, or yellow-gold. It is made by fermenting the non-colored pulp of grapes, regardless of the grape skin color. With a history dating back 4,000 years, white wines embody a more acidic, floral, and fruity profile than red wines, focusing on lighter flavors and delicate nuances. Varieties like semi-sweet and dry label the sweetness levels on the bottle. Is it technically a white drink? Visually, not really, but in culinary speak, yes!
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