40+ Retro Cocktails to Bring Back Those Fun and Funky Vibes

It’s no secret that retro cocktails are experiencing a major resurgence. Whether you’re looking for something unexpected for your dinner party or wanting to give your Friday night hangout an extra dose of funkiness, we’ve got you covered!

Here at Farm Wife Drinks, we have compiled 40+ classic and iconic retro cocktails from the past.

Not only will these creative beverages bring back old memories but they—as with all good things in life—are always worth revisiting.

Enjoy experimenting with flavors, colors, shapes while taking it back to the past–we promise you won't be disappointed in the end result!

40+ Retro Cocktails to Bring Back Those Fun and Funky Vibes

Welcome to the wonderful world of retro cocktails!

Let's take a delightful step back in time to explore some of the most exciting and unique cocktails from the past.

From the classic old-fashioned to the spicy Bloody Mary, we'll be shaking up some seriously delicious drinks that are sure to transport you back to the golden age of cocktails.

So sit back, relax, and get ready to imbibe some seriously cool cocktails - it's going to be a wild ride!

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• 40+ Retro Cocktails to Bring Back Those Fun and Funky Vibes
• Amaretto Stone Sour Cocktail - tasty & sweet Amaretto liqueur cocktail
• The Best Piña Colada Recipe
• Ramos Gin Fizz
• Painkiller Cocktail
• Dubonnet and gin
• Peach Bellini {Harry's Bar Recipe}
• Pink Lady
• Traditional Scottish Hot Toddy
• Purple Passion Cocktail
• Corpse Reviver No 2 Cocktail
• Vieux Carre Cocktail
• Dry Martini: the Ultimate Classic Cocktail
• Sidecar Cocktail Variations
• How to Make a Gin and Tonic
• Mai Tai Cocktail
• Vesper Martini Recipe
• Blue Lagoon Cocktail
• Delicious Margarita Recipes: Classic and Iced
• Lemon Drop Martini
• Mexican Candy Shot
• Blue Hawaii Cocktail Recipe
• Cuba Libre Cocktails
• Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys
• Frozen Pina Colada Recipe
• Mojito Recipe
• Seventh Heaven Cocktail Recipe
• Ruby Fizz Cocktail with Sloe Gin
• Key Lime Martini
• Lavender Collins
• Brandy Alexander with Ice Cream
• Irish Buck Cocktail
• Brandy Alexander Cocktail
• The Salty Dog Cocktail
• The Paloma Cocktail
• Sidecar Cocktail Recipe
• Harvey Kitchen Banger (A Harvey Wallbanger cocktail)
• (Keto & Sugar-Free!) Brandy Alexander Cocktail
• The Best Manhattan Recipe
• The Dry Martini
• White Russian Cocktail
• Grasshopper Cocktail Recipe
• Brandy Old Fashioned
• Hot Toddy Recipe With Fire Ball

Amaretto Stone Sour Cocktail - tasty & sweet Amaretto liqueur cocktail

Amaretto Stone Sour Cocktail - Indulge in the tasty and sweet Amaretto Stone Sour Cocktail, featuring amaretto liqueur, orange juice, and sour mix for a delicious and fruity libation.

The Best Piña Colada Recipe

Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with The Best Piña Colada, blending rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and a garnish of fresh pineapple for a creamy and refreshing cocktail.

Ramos Gin Fizz

Experience the frothy and citrusy delight of the Ramos Gin Fizz, combining gin, lemon and lime juice, simple syrup, cream, egg white, and orange blossom water for a velvety and effervescent libation.

Painkiller Cocktail

Find relief from the stresses of the day with the Painkiller Cocktail, featuring rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, cream of coconut, and a sprinkle of nutmeg for a tropical and soothing drink.

Dubonnet and gin

Discover the classic combination of Dubonnet and gin, blending these two spirits for a sophisticated and herbaceous cocktail.

Peach Bellini {Harry's Bar Recipe}

Raise a glass of the Peach Bellini, made famous by Harry's Bar in Venice, combining peach puree and prosecco for a refreshing and bubbly libation.

Pink Lady

Savor the elegant and pink-hued Pink Lady cocktail, blending gin, applejack, lemon juice, grenadine, and a touch of egg white for a smooth and fruity libation.

Traditional Scottish Hot Toddy

Warm up on a chilly evening with the Traditional Scottish Hot Toddy, combining whisky, honey, lemon juice, and hot water for a soothing and comforting drink.

Purple Passion Cocktail

Experience the vibrant and fruity Purple Passion Cocktail, featuring vodka, cranberry juice, grape juice, and a squeeze of lime for a colorful and tangy libation, as shared by The Short Order Cook.

Corpse Reviver No 2 Cocktail

Revive your spirits with the Corpse Reviver No 2 Cocktail, blending gin, lemon juice, Cointreau, Lillet Blanc, and a touch of absinthe for a bracing and invigorating drink.

Vieux Carre Cocktail

Take a sip of New Orleans history with the Vieux Carre Cocktail, combining rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and dashes of bitters for a complex and flavorful libation.

Dry Martini: the Ultimate Classic Cocktail

Enjoy the timeless elegance of the Dry Martini, featuring gin and dry vermouth, garnished with an olive or lemon twist, for the ultimate classic cocktail, as shared by Ugly Duckling Bakery.

Sidecar Cocktail Variations

Explore the variations of the Sidecar cocktail, a classic combination of brandy, orange liqueur, and lemon juice, with different twists and ingredients, as shared by Ugly Duckling Bakery.

How to Make a Gin and Tonic

1Master the art of making a refreshing Gin and Tonic, combining gin, tonic water, and a garnish of lime or other botanicals for a crisp and simple cocktail.

Mai Tai Cocktail

Transport yourself to the tropics with the Mai Tai Cocktail, blending rum, lime juice, orange curaçao, orgeat syrup, and a float of dark rum for a fruity and exotic libation.

Vesper Martini Recipe

Channel your inner James Bond with the Vesper Martini, combining gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc for a sophisticated and iconic cocktail.

Blue Lagoon Cocktail

Dive into the refreshing and vibrant Blue Lagoon Cocktail, featuring vodka, blue curaçao, lemonade, and a garnish of a cherry or orange slice for a tropical and visually stunning libation.

Delicious Margarita Recipes: Classic and Iced

Explore the delicious world of margaritas with both the classic and iced versions, blending tequila, lime juice, and triple sec with the option of adding ice for a refreshing and tangy cocktail.

Lemon Drop Martini

Experience the perfect balance of sweet and sour with the Lemon Drop Martini, featuring vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a sugared rim for a zesty and delightful libation.

Mexican Candy Shot

Indulge in the sweet and spicy flavors of the Mexican Candy Shot, combining tequila, watermelon liqueur, grenadine, and a sprinkle of chili powder for a unique and fiery shot.

Blue Hawaii Cocktail Recipe

Transport yourself to the tropical shores of Hawaii with the Blue Hawaii Cocktail, blending rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, sweet and sour mix, and a garnish of a pineapple slice and cherry for a fruity and vibrant libation.

Cuba Libre Cocktails

Enjoy the classic combination of rum and cola in the Cuba Libre Cocktails, featuring rum, cola, and a squeeze of fresh lime for a simple and refreshing drink.

Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys

Indulge in the rich and velvety Creamy Espresso Martini, blending vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, Baileys Irish Cream, and a sprinkle of cocoa powder for a decadent and caffeinated libation.

Frozen Pina Colada Recipe

Beat the heat with the Frozen Piña Colada, blending rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and ice for a creamy and frosty tropical delight.

Mojito Recipe

Savor the classic and refreshing Mojito, featuring rum, lime juice, fresh mint leaves, simple syrup, and a splash of soda water for a minty and citrusy libation.

Seventh Heaven Cocktail Recipe

Reach for cloud nine with the Seventh Heaven Cocktail, blending gin, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, and a touch of grenadine for a heavenly and balanced drink.

Ruby Fizz Cocktail with Sloe Gin

Enjoy the fruity and effervescent Ruby Fizz Cocktail, featuring sloe gin, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a splash of soda water for a sparkling and tangy libation.

Key Lime Martini

Delight in the tangy and citrusy flavors of the Key Lime Martini, blending vodka, key lime juice, simple syrup, and a graham cracker rim for a refreshing and dessert-inspired libation, as shared by Art of Natural Living.

Lavender Collins

Experience the floral and herbaceous Lavender Collins, featuring gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and soda water for a refreshing and aromatic cocktail, as shared by Art of Natural Living.

Brandy Alexander with Ice Cream

Indulge in the creamy and luxurious Brandy Alexander, combining brandy, crème de cacao, cream, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent and dessert-like libation, as shared by Art of Natural Living.

Irish Buck Cocktail

Enjoy the lively and zesty Irish Buck Cocktail, blending whiskey, ginger ale, lime juice, and a dash of Angostura bitters for a spirited and invigorating libation.

Brandy Alexander Cocktail

Savor the classic and creamy Brandy Alexander Cocktail, combining brandy, crème de cacao, and cream for a rich and indulgent dessert-like libation.

The Salty Dog Cocktail

Embrace the tangy and salty flavors of The Salty Dog Cocktail, featuring vodka or gin, grapefruit juice, and a salted rim for a refreshing and citrusy libation.

The Paloma Cocktail

Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing Paloma Cocktail, blending tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and a splash of soda water for a zesty and effervescent drink.

Sidecar Cocktail Recipe

Experience the timeless elegance of the Sidecar Cocktail, featuring cognac, orange liqueur, and lemon juice for a sophisticated and citrusy libation.

Harvey Kitchen Banger (A Harvey Wallbanger cocktail)

Shake things up with the Harvey Kitchen Banger, a variation of the Harvey Wallbanger cocktail, combining vodka, orange juice, Galliano, and a squeeze of lime for a bright and lively libation, as shared by Cuss Kitchen.

(Keto & Sugar-Free!) Brandy Alexander Cocktail

Indulge in a guilt-free treat with the Keto & Sugar-Free Brandy Alexander Cocktail, blending brandy, unsweetened almond milk, cocoa powder, and a low-carb sweetener for a delicious and keto-friendly libation.

The Best Manhattan Recipe

Discover The Best Manhattan Recipe, combining whiskey or bourbon, sweet vermouth, and bitters for a classic and robust cocktail.

The Dry Martini

Elevate your cocktail experience with The Dry Martini, a classic and sophisticated blend of gin and dry vermouth, garnished with an olive or lemon twist.

White Russian Cocktail

Enjoy the smooth and creamy White Russian Cocktail, featuring vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream for a rich and indulgent libation.

Grasshopper Cocktail Recipe

Delight in the minty and chocolatey flavors of the Grasshopper Cocktail, blending crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and cream for a refreshing and dessert-like libation.

Brandy Old Fashioned

Take a sip of tradition with the Brandy Old Fashioned, featuring brandy, sugar, bitters, and a garnish of orange and cherry for a classic and timeless cocktail.

Hot Toddy Recipe With Fire Ball

Warm up from the inside out with the Hot Toddy Recipe featuring Fireball cinnamon whisky, lemon juice, honey, and hot water for a comforting and spiced libation perfect for chilly evenings.

With this list of 40+ retro cocktails, you have all the recipes needed to take a throwback night.

Each drink encapsulates different aspects of retro culture – there are truly endless possibilities!

So what are you waiting for?

Gather your ingredients, mix up some drinks, put on your retro clothes, turn on some 60s tunes, and raise a glass of a classic cocktail from the good ol' days.

Here's to bringing back that groovy feeling!