Say hello to your new favorite way to drink soda!
Parties and relaxing nights at home just got a whole lot better. These easy mixed drinks are way more complex than your standard rum and coke.
They bring subtle notes of cherry and licorice to the table for a unique flavor profile. I think you will really enjoy these creations if you dislike overly boozy or sugary beverages.
We are talking about 10 recipes that are bold, spiced, and intensely flavorful. Get ready to impress your friends with these delicious Dr. Pepper cocktails!
1. Fireball and Dr. Pepper
We have done zesty and sweet, but now it is time for some heat! Fireball whiskey brings the spice without being overwhelming thanks to the cinnamon sweetness.
I find this to be a genuinely delightful treat for sipping. It feels like the ultimate fall drink between the caffeine kick and warming whiskey.
2. Dirty Dr. Pepper
Sometimes you need something unique that is totally booze free. This fun mocktail uses coconut syrup to give the soda a tropical boost.
You can simply pour it over ice and garnish with a fresh lime. People will enjoy it so much they won’t even realize it is alcohol free.
3. Bourbon & Dr. Pepper
You might think this sounds standard, but the ingredients go way beyond just bourbon and soda. This recipe actually calls for Cola Maison and nutmeg.
Those additions create a distinct herbal flavor that is hard to resist. You also muddle crushed cherries right into the glass for a boozy Cherry Coke vibe.
4. Vodka and Dr. Pepper
This crisp and biting drink is exactly what a hot summer day calls for. It delivers everything you need from a cocktail without being sugary sweet.
You simply combine vodka with soda and a fresh lime squeeze. Make sure you stir gently rather than shaking to avoid a disaster.
5. Cherry Bourbon Smash
Are you looking for a beverage with a little extra zing? This recipe features lemon juice which makes it deliciously zesty.
It teeters right on the border of being tart. The cherry sweetness pairs beautifully with the oaky notes of the bourbon.
6. Caramel Apple Cocktail
This strong drink is an absolute favorite in my house during the fall. You combine apple whiskey with caramel vodka and soda for a very sweet treat.
A sticky caramel rim makes it exquisite. It essentially tastes like a boozy caramel apple in a glass.
7. Super Bowl Slammer & DIY Football Glasses
Those DIY football glasses are just too cute for words! The drink itself is whiskey forward and alcohol heavy.
It tastes a bit like apple cider meets soda thanks to the apple flavored whiskey. You can pull this simple fall cocktail together in mere moments.
8. Cake Doctor – Dr. Pepper Cocktail
Cake and cocktails might sound strange, but do not knock it until you try it! This tasty drink uses cake vodka and soda to create a liquid birthday cake experience.
You can add grenadine if you like, but two ingredients work just fine. I love that it is not too sweet.
9. Cherry Vanilla Dr. Pepper Cocktail with Amaretto
The name is a mouthful, so maybe write it down on a napkin before ordering! This smooth sipper is sweet and barely tastes like it has any booze in it.
Amaretto blends perfectly with the soda. I like to add extra maraschino cherry juice for a fruitier flavor.
10. Southern Doctor
This recipe combines Southern Comfort with Dr. Pepper for a robust beverage. It feels like the Dr. Pepper answer to a Crown and Coke.
It definitely tastes like alcohol and burns a little going down. If you love whiskey, you are going to love this twist.