11 Essential Cocktails for Your February Parties

The Irish whiskey in this cocktail will help you loosen up, whether it’s for Valentine’s Day or for no reason at all. The Frisky Whiskey mixes whiskey with Bärenjäger honey liqueur, fresh orange juice, simple syrup and Angostura bitters for a cool and sweet beverage you won’t mind sharing.

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This classic winter warmer will keep you cozy all month. Simply fill a warmed mug halfway with boiling water, then mix in demerara sugar, lemon, cloves and your choice of whiskey. Hot Toddies are also known as a cure for colds, so be sure to toast to your health.

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If you’re hosting a crowd, this punch will help get everyone in the mood to party. Tequila lends its distinct flavor and boozy power to lime juice, Yellow Chartreuse, agave nectar, Velvet falernum, water and Peychaud’s bitters, and the big batch lets you play host instead of bartender all night.

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This punch will bring the romantic feelings through the entire month. Rum, maple simple syrup, lemon juice, apple cider and bitters are a sweet combination that can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference. Garnish with whole cranberries and rosebuds to turn it into a truly beautiful centerpiece.

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Even the most adamant vodka haters won’t be able to stop sipping this Manhattan-inspired libation. Vodka, Cocchi Americano rosa aperitivo, Ramazzotti amaro and orange bitters are a spirit-forward combination ideal for after-dinner drinking.

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Bring your summertime staple into winter with in-season blood oranges. The usual suspects (tequila, triple sec, lime juice and simple syrup) get a dose of color and bright citrus flavor from Campari and blood orange juice. Serve in a salt-rimmed glass garnished with a blood orange slice.

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This decadent warm cocktail is like dessert in a cup. If you don’t have the namesake glasses, then any mug will do. Add a bit of batter, cognac and rum, then top with hot whole milk. Garnish with nutmeg, clove and allspice.

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The Sour, Take 2 features the bright, citrusy flavors you crave this time of year. And it’s super simple to make, so you can get back to fantasizing about spring in no time. Just make a batch of oleo saccharum to keep on hand to mix with gin, vodka, rye whiskey or tequila whenever the mood strikes.

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This twist on the French 75 is an ideal light and bubbly companion to any brunch. Genever, simple syrup, fresh lemon juice and Champagne are all you need to make a cocktail that’s flavorful enough to pair with food but light enough to sip all afternoon.

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Chai brings its sultry spices to cognac in this romantic cocktail. Making a chai-infused vermouth may take a bit of time, but it’s worth it when shaken with cognac, lemon juice, simple syrup and pomegranate juice. If you really want to get in the mood, garnish with dried rosebuds.

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At first glance, bourbon, kumquat and oregano may not seem like a match made in heaven, but one sip of this cocktail will make you think otherwise. The three come together with a dash of simple syrup and a squeeze of lemon juice to make an herbaceous, vibrant cocktail that will definitely impress your guests.

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