What makes a great brunch cocktail? Brunch cocktails are lighter than evening drinks. The best brunch cocktails are refreshing and flavorful, and often have a bright citrus note and a subtle sweetness. Some brunch cocktails have a hit of spice to keep you awake and energized, without overpowering your meal. From bubbly cocktails like a spritz to a spicy sip from a Michelada riff, a great brunch cocktail is designed for easy sipping and to accompany a leisurely late morning meal.

Here are our Top 8 favorite brunch cocktail recipes for pairing with your favorite brunch bites:

Instructions:
Prep your glass by dipping the rim of the glass in lime juice, then in the Mexican citrus seasoning (we used La Anita Clasico Seasoning). Set the glass aside. In a shaker, add the First Run Rum, orange juice, lime juice, Orange Curacao and Orgeat syrup. Add ice to the shaker, and shake for about 30 seconds. Add ice to your glass. Strain the contents of the shaker into the glass. Take the slice of orange and dip it into the Mexican citrus seasoning. As a garnish, add the spiced orange wedge to the rim of your glass.

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In a large wine glass, add all ingredients over ice. Top off with bubbles. Add an orange slice for garnish.

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Combine all ingredients, except the Prosecco, in a shaker with ice. Shake well, then strain into a flute glass. Top with chilled Prosecco, and garnish with a lemon twist.

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In a shaker with ice, add the rum, lemon juice and simple syrup. Shake for 10 seconds, then strain into a champagne flute. Top with 3-4 oz Champagne or Prosecco. Add 6-8 drops of Bitterless Marriage bitters.

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In a shaker, combine all ingredients with ice. Shake for about 8-12 seconds. Double strain contents into a highball glass over cubes. Top with club soda. Add a lavender sprig for garnish.

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Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain contents into a flute. Top with sparkling wine. Add a lemon peel for garnish.

Directions:
Muddle mint with simple syrup in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients, then shake with ice. Strain contents into a Collins glass, and top with club soda. Add a mint sprig & grapefruit for garnish.

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Rim a pint glass with Tajin or similar seasoning. Add all ingredients to the glass. Fill with ice, and stir to incorporate the ingredients, then top with your choice of light beer.

Whether you’re hosting a brunch or relaxing into the weekend, what these recipes highlight is the versatility of our spirits. From the smooth and rum-caramel finish of our First Run Rum to our clean, silver Rum 44—each spirit brings something distinct to the glass, while still lending itself to a lighter brunch-ready taste. Incorporating fresh fruit juices, sparkling elements and herbal or floral modifiers all make for solid choices when it comes to a brunch cocktail. 

For a tasting of our spirits, be sure to visit one of our tasting rooms. You can grab a bottle for all your future brunch adventures while you’re there. Cheers!

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Written and published by Brianne Lucas on April 5, 2026.