Whether you’re sailing on a Gran Canaria boat party or hosting a yacht party in Ibiza, be sure to bring your ingredients to mix up your own cocktails. Many yacht charters offer an unlimited free bar on their boats, but the quality and selection of drinks can be limited. So, to make sure you’re sipping on something chic, we’ve put together a list of 5 signature drinks for you to make at your yacht party.
1. Aperol Spritz
Aperol spritz is an Italian drink quickly gaining popularity in the States. It’s light, refreshing, and suitable for a summer day on the water. It uses just a few ingredients — Aperol, prosecco, and club soda — so it’s easy to make.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle of prosecco
- 1 bottle of Aperol
- Club soda
- Orange slices (optional)
Directions:
- Pour the prosecco into glasses.
- Add Aperol to taste.
- Top off with club soda.
- Garnish with an orange slice if desired.
2. Champagne Punch
This punch is perfect for a crowd because it makes a large batch and can be easily customized to your liking. To make it extra festive, add some edible glitter or sparkles to the rim of the glasses.
Ingredients:
- 1 (750 ml) bottle of champagne
- 1 cup of citrus vodka
- 1 cup of cranberry juice
- 1 cup of pineapple juice
Directions:
- Use a large punch bowl to combine all ingredients.
- Serve over ice and enjoy.
3. Mojito
A classic mojito is always a good idea and can be easily made aboard any vessel, from a Magaluf booze cruise to a yacht in St. Tropez.
To make one drink:
- Fill a Collins glass with ice.
- Add mint leaves and lime wedges to taste.
- Muddle the mint and lime (muddle means crushing the ingredients together to release their flavor).
- Fill the glass with white rum 3/4 of the way.
- Top with club soda.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
4. Sex on the Beach
This fruity drink is perfect for a day of sun and fun on the water. It’s one of the easiest drinks to make, with just four ingredients. Here’s some trivia about this refreshing cocktail: it’s believed to have originated in Florida in the 1980s, invented by a bartender. He named it as such because he thought that sex and the beach were two of the most pleasurable things to do during spring break.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. peach schnapps
- 4 oz. cranberry juice
- 4 oz. orange juice
Directions:
- Fill a Collins glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in the vodka and peach schnapps, and then fill the rest of the glass with cranberry juice and orange juice.
- Stir and serve.
5. Margarita
A classic margarita is a perfect drink for any occasion, whether on a yacht in Ibiza or at your local bar. Like sex on the beach, there are many stories about where this cocktail originated. One is that it was created in Mexico in the 1930s, while another says it was invented by a head bartender in Texas for singer Peggy Lee in 1948.
Whatever the case, this refreshing drink is sure to please your yacht party guests. Also, rent reputable yacht charters, such as Boat Party Tickets (book here), to avoid any stressful surprises.
To make one drink:
- Fill a margarita glass with ice.
- Rub the glass’s rim with a lime wedge to moisten, then dip in salt.
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add 1 1/2 ounces of tequila, 1 ounce of fresh lime juice, and 1/2 ounce of triple sec.
- Shake well before straining into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
Final Words
These are only a few ideas for drinks you can make onboard your yacht charter. Be creative and have fun mixing up your own cocktails. Practice safety first by always having a designated driver or captain, and never drink too much alcohol. Be sure to enjoy your time on the water and make memories that will last a lifetime.
