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Drunk Bunny Easter Cocktail
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Just in time for Easter, this Drunk Bunny Easter Cocktail recipe is perfect for celebrations. It's made with lemonade, strawberry daiquiri mix, and rum, and is garnished with a festive marshmallow Peep candy on the rim, making it a playful and fruity drink ideal for spring gatherings.
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This cocktail's fun name and festive look are guaranteed to make you smile at your Easter brunch or any special event.
The initial taste is the sweetness of the strawberry daiquiri mix, quickly followed by the tangy zest of the lemonade.
With whimsical marshmallow PEEPS and fresh fruit garnishes, you'll feel the essence of spring with every sip.
Ingredients for Drunk Bunny Easter Cocktail
What you'll need to make this drunk bunny recipe:
- 1¾ cups of premade old-fashioned lemonade
- 3 ounces of white rum
- 2 tablespoons of strawberry daiquiri mixer
- Ice for the glasses
- Garnish: Yellow or Pink PEEPS Bunny candy, fresh lemon slices & fresh strawberries
Pro Tip
If you prefer your cocktails on the sweeter side, consider adding a teaspoon or two of simple syrup or light agave syrup to each drink. They mix in easily because they dissolve quickly.
Granulated sugar isn't as effective because it doesn't dissolve well in cold drinks.
Substitutions and Additions
These easy substitutions and additions can easily be swapped out while still maintaining the deliciousness of this Easter cocktail recipe!
RUM: Instead of white rum, you can use high-quality vodka in this drink. Feel free to experiment with flavored rums or vodkas like strawberry or vanilla vodka for a tasty twist.
For this recipe, we chose Bacardi Superior, which you might know as silver or clear rum.
DAIQUIRI MIX: We opted for Bacardi's frozen daiquiri mix, making sure to thaw it first.
FRUIT JUICES: Consider adding carrot or pineapple juice for a unique flavor. Topping off the drink with fresh lemon or lime juice works well, and a lemon slice makes for an attractive garnish.
LEMONADE: I pick up old-fashioned lemonade from the deli section of my local grocery store. If it's not available, any favorite premade lemonade will do for this delightful cocktail. You might also try switching traditional lemonade for homemade pineapple or strawberry lemonade. If you go this route, it's best to stick with white rum in your drink.
GINGER BEER: To add some fizz, consider a splash of ginger beer, ginger ale, or sparkling water.
HERBS: Garnish with basil or fresh mint leaves for a unique fragrance and taste. These herbs complement the citrus and sweetness, adding a refreshing, herbal touch.
ORANGE LIQUEUR: Incorporating orange liqueur gives the cocktail a citrusy boost and a bit of a boozy edge, blending nicely with the other flavors and making the drink more complex and rich. Since orange liqueur is both sweet and alcoholic, you might need to adjust the quantities of other sweet ingredients.
How to make this Drunk Bunny Cocktail
This drink is easy to make in a cocktail shaker before pouring it into your glass. Relish in the sweet flavors as you watch the kids have fun on their egg hunt! Add some fresh fruit and a marshmallow bunny for garnish, and enjoy!
FIRST STEP: Add the lemonade, white rum, and strawberry daiquiri mixer to a cocktail shaker or a large mason jar with a lid.
Shake well for about 30 seconds to combine.
Pro Tip
I always have frozen Bacardi mixers ready in my freezer, so I can whip up a cocktail anytime.
After opening, move any leftover thawed strawberry daiquiri mix into a jar with a secure lid and keep it in the fridge for up to two weeks. Mason jars are perfect for this.
SECOND STEP: Fill your cocktail glass three-quarters full with ice and pour eight ounces of the drunk bunny cocktail into each glass.
Pro Tip
If you prefer your cocktail without ice, simply add it to your cocktail shaker or a large mason jar instead. Then, strain your drunk bunny drink into your glasses, keeping the ice behind in the shaker.
THIRD STEP: Garnish your glasses with sliced strawberry and lemon inside of the drink and a PEEPS bunny on the rim.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
FLAVORFUL TWIST: This cocktail presents an exciting mix of tastes, offering a unique and enjoyable option for Easter celebrations.
EASTER INSPIRED: With bunny-shaped decorations and vibrant spring hues, this drink brings an extra festive flair to your gatherings.
This adorable drunk bunny Easter cocktail is as charming as it gets. Both refreshing and enjoyable, it captures the essence of spring, making it a fantastic complement to your holiday festivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this Easter bunny cocktail ahead of time?
Feel free to double or even triple this recipe and keep a big pitcher in the fridge. It'll stay good for a day or two until you're ready to serve it.
Can I use a different alcohol than rum in this recipe?
Any clear liquor, like vodka, would also be a great choice for this cocktail.
Can I use flavored lemonade in this recipe?
Strawberry or a different flavored lemonade would be tasty along with the daiquiri mix for this recipe.
How to serve this Easter Bunny Cocktail
Easter festivities offer the ideal moment to indulge in these charming pink cocktails, which are both sweet and refreshingly vibrant.
For those looking to add a twist, consider making homemade carrot cake or carrot cake cookies to match the cocktail’s bunny theme.
If kids are part of your celebration, you can easily prepare a kid-friendly version using plain or strawberry lemonade, or even our raspberry lemonade, topped off with a playful marshmallow PEEP as garnish.
Don’t miss out on our pink starburst cocktail and wine slushies, two additional vivid and enjoyable alcoholic beverages perfect for socializing with friends.
Storing this Recipe
Here are some useful tips for keeping this cocktail:
IN THE FRIDGE: For those hosting a group, prepare a big batch of tipsy bunny Easter cocktails ahead of time and keep them chilled in a pitcher in the fridge. They'll stay good for a day or two before you serve them.
IN THE FREEZER: Freezing this cocktail isn't advised. It's better when enjoyed fresh.
Pro Tip
Prepare a big batch of this ideal Easter cocktail in advance and keep it in a pitcher until it's time to pour individual servings.
Adjust the recipe by doubling or tripling it based on how many drinks you plan to serve.
Hold off on adding ice until just before drinking to avoid diluting the cocktail as the ice melts.
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Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups premade old fashioned lemonade (I get mine from my grocery store deli)
- 3 ounces white rum (also known as silver or clear rum – I used Bacardi Superior brand)
- 2 tablespoons strawberry daiquiri mixer (I used Bacardi frozen that I thawed first)
- yellow or pink PEEPS Bunny candy (optional garnish)
- fresh lemon and strawberry slices (garnish)
- ice (for the glasses)
DIRECTIONS
- In a cocktail shaker or a large mason jar with a lid, add the lemonade, white rum, and strawberry daiquiri mixer. Shake well for about 30 seconds to combine.
- Fill your cocktail glass ¾ full with ice and pour 8 ounces of the drunk bunny cocktail into each glass.
- Garnish your glasses with sliced strawberry and lemon inside of the drink and a PEEPS bunny on the rim.
Notes
- If you like your cocktails slightly sweeter, you can add a teaspoon or two of simple syrup or light agave syrup to your individual drinks. These can just be stirred right into your drinks as they dissolve quickly. Granulated sugar does not work as well because it does not dissolve well in cold beverages.
- You can make a larger batch of this cocktail ahead of time and store it in a pitcher until ready to serve individual drinks. You will need to double or triple the recipe according to the number of drinks you want to serve. Do not add the ice until you are ready to drink, as it will dilute your drunk bunny cocktail as the ice melts.
- I like to keep the frozen Bacardi mixers stocked in my freezer so that I can make a cocktail at a moment’s notice. Once you open the container, you can transfer the remaining thawed strawberry daiquiri mixer to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and store it in your refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Mason jars work great for this.
- If you do not like ice in your cocktail glass, you can add it to your cocktail shaker or large mason jar and then strain your drunk bunny drink into your individual glasses, leaving the ice in the shaker.
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