Mother’s Day Drink Menu Ideas

Mother’s Day’s the perfect occasion to get creative with your drink menu. Whether it’s classic cocktails to non-alcoholic bangers, there’s so many wonderful options to choose from. We’ve narrowed down some top-notch options for you to consider while you’re crafting your Mother’s Day drink menu. Take a look through some of our ideas.

Alcoholic Mother’s Day Drink Menu Ideas

Whether you’re having a boozy brunch or a nightcap, these cocktails are light and perfect for this springtime holiday.

• Mimosas—An iconic Mother’s Day staple, no menu is complete without it! Perfect for breakfast, brunch or any time of day, this combo of orange juice and champagne is tasty and refreshing.


• Elderflower Spritz—Floral brunch cocktails is an essential for Mother’s Day drink menu ideas. This is a perfect option for those who want a light, botanical drink that will pair well with a variety of dishes. 


• Lavender Honey Gin Fizz— If you need a unique and spring-inspired drink for the menu, try adding a lavender honey gin fizz. It’s sweet and you can add lemonade or lemon juice to really brighten the flavors. 


• Sparkling Rosé—Use fresh strawberries & basil to garnish this elegant Mother’s Day drink. A refreshing and sparkling rosé is perfect for any brunch or lunch drink menu.


• Fruity Moscow Mules—Pair a fresh, minty Moscow mule with springtime fruit favorites like watermelon, pineapple, blackberries and strawberries.


• Mojitos—Just like Moscow mules, mojitos can be paired with any number of in-season fruit flavors. Some popular options include passionfruit, pineapple and raspberry.


• Mint Juleps—A Southern summertime classic, mint juleps are a heartier drink menu option for Mother’s Day. With a bold bourbon base and shaved ice, this is a perfect sipping beverage for Mamma.


• Palomas—Bright grapefruit and tequila mix well in this cocktail, making it perfect for any Mother’s Day brunch menu. 


• Sangrias—With multiple flavor options and wine pairings, sangria is simply a delight. Since sangrias are highly customizable for any restaurant to make, they can be a signature drink for special occasions like Mother’s Day. Plus, they can be made in large batches ahead of time. 

Non-Alcoholic Mother’s Day Drink Menu Ideas

These drink options may be liquor-free, but they’re certainly not lacking the same flavor experience of traditional cocktails. Here are some mocktail options to serve Mom: 

• Fruity Spritzers—These fun, fizzy drinks are amazingly refreshing for those warm May days, and perfect for Mother’s Day. Combine fresh fruit, infused simple syrups and sparkling water to create a highly-crafted mocktail. Some spritzers options include peach, strawberry mint, limeade or lemon.  


• Chic Lemonade Mocktails—Make mom feel extra fancy with a flavorful lemonade mocktail. Lemon pairs exceptionally well with so many other flavors that compliment the tart citrus notes. Lavender lemonade is a popular option during this time of year and also makes for a unique menu item on the Mother’s Day drinks list. You can even opt for pink lemonade alternatives for that rosy glow.


• Grapefruit Faux-jito—Skip the rum but leave the good stuff, plus grapefruit! Mojitos can easily become faux-jitos and offer the same experience as its alcoholic counterpart. Grapefruit is particularly refreshing for springtime, and adds to the whole faux-jito flavor profile.


• Iced Tea—What’s better than kicking your feet up on a warm day with a tall glass of iced tea? Offer it plain with no sweeteners, zizz it up with a lemon wedge or add some fun infused simple syrups to kick it up a notch. Or offer a few flavoring options on the drinks menu for more custom choices.


• Virgin Frozen Daiquiris—Get tropical this Mother’s Day with some tasty non-alcoholic frozen daiquiri options. Mom’s gonna love a classic strawberry virgin daiquiri, or even a coconut or peach one. Whatever the flavor may be, these frosty concoctions are sure to be a hit.