Valentine’s Day cocktails you can make at home

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these festive drinks.

Rachel Kleszyk and Nicole Mattson

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these Cupid-approved drinks.

Strawberry Soda Float

This non-alcoholic, delicious dessert beverage is perfect for anyone looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This pink spin on a classic dessert is sure to be a hit for all ages.

Ready in: Five minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 parts vanilla ice cream

  • 2 parts strawberry soda 

Optional:

  • Garnish with red licorice 

  • Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkles

Directions:

  • Combine ingredients into glass and serve. 

  • Add optional garnishes. 

“Be Mine” Mule

This candy heart covered mule is a festive way to dress up the classic cocktail! Garnish this drink with special messages for your valentine.

Ready in: Five minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 parts ginger beer

  • 1 part vodka

  • 1 splash of grenadine 

  • 1 splash of lime juice 

Optional:

  • Garnish with candy hearts

Directions:

  • Pour ingredients into a copper mug over ice and serve. 

  • Add optional garnishes.

Cherry Fun Dip Shot

Cheers! Try this Fun Dip shot to kick off your celebration. Garnished with a Fun Dip ‘Lik-a-Stix,’ this shot is a nostalgic party starter.

Ready in: Five minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 part vodka

  • 1 splash of grenadine

  • 1 packet of cherry Fun Dip

Optional:

  • Garnish with 1 Lik-a-Stix 

Directions:

  • Combine ingredients in a shaker, pour into shot glass and serve. 

  • Add optional garnishes. 

Kick off your Valentine’s or Galentine’s Day celebrations with these hearty drinks!

The legal drinking age in Iowa is 21. Please drink responsibly.