Planning an unforgettable Valentine's Day with your special someone or hosting a Galentine's Day brunch? These easy Valentine’s drink recipes will set the mood for any occasion.
However you celebrate this day of love, we've countless Valentine's drinks to choose from. From cocktails and mocktails to coffee drinks, these are our favourite recipes for Valentine's drinks.
What are the Best Valentine’s Drinks to Make?
The best Valentine’s drinks are easy to make and offer a blend of eye-catching colour, indulgent or floral flavours, and visually stunning garnishes. Classic Valentine’s drinks are often vibrant pink, red, or even purple. Popular flavours range from floral rose to fruits like raspberry or strawberry and indulgent dessert flavours like chocolate and caramel. It’s also important to offer a range of flexible drink options that work with or without alcohol, so everyone can join in the celebration.
How to Plan a Valentine’s Drink Menu
If you’re planning your drink menu for a Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day party, we’re here to help. Here is what you should consider when deciding what Valentine’s drinks to make:
- Choose a flavour profile: Decide what flavour you want to be the star of your drink recipe. Fruity flavours like strawberry, raspberry, and cherry bring vibrant flavour and romantic colour. Florals like rose or lavender add an elegant twist. Dessert-inspired flavours like chocolate, caramel, and pistachio are perfect for indulgent Valentine’s drinks and also pair well with fruits.
- Pick a drink style: After you’ve decided on your star flavour, it’s time to choose your drink format. Do you want to go with elevated espresso martinis, or light and fruity spritzes? Maybe you prefer mocktails, iced teas, or a DIY dirty soda bar.
- Add fresh ingredients: Fresh berries, grapefruit slices, or flowers and herbs like lavender or basil instantly elevate Valentine’s drinks by adding texture and fragrance to engage all the senses. Even a small garnish can make a big difference.
- Finish with flair: Valentine’s drinks are the perfect occasion to go all on fun garnishes. Add a swirl of pink or gold edible glitter, top with a small bouquet of edible flowers or rose petals, or garnish with gummy hearts for a romantic twist. Flavoured cold foam, sugar rims, or heart-shaped fruit also offer a festive finishing touch.
The Best Monin Syrups for Valentine’s Day Drinks
Looking for inspiration beyond the recipes below? These Monin flavours are perfect for creating Valentine’s drinks at home or for a special menu.
Floral Valentine’s Drinks
- Rose Syrup: Classic, aromatic rose flavour that adds an elegant floral note to cocktails, mocktails, matcha lemonades, and spritzes.
- Elderflower Syrup: A delicate floral with fruity notes, elderflower pairs well with classic Valentine flavours like strawberry or raspberry.
- Lavender Syrup: Lightly herbal and floral with subtle sweetness, ideal for adding an elevated, fragrant twist to French 75s, sparkling lemonades, and iced teas. Monin Lavender Lemon Syrup is another delicious choice for lighter Valentine’s drinks.
- Violet Syrup: An unexpected floral for totally unique Valentine’s Day mocktails or cocktails. Also delicious in lemonades and lattes.
Interested in trying these floral flavours? Sample five Monin floral syrups in our Floral Flavour Collection.
Red & Pink Valentine’s Drinks
- Black Cherry Purée: Rich, ripe cherry flavour with deep colour and smooth texture. Perfect for dramatic Valentine’s cocktails, mocktails, and frozen drinks.
- Cherry Syrup: Bright and juicy with classic cherry sweetness. Use it in sodas, Shirley Temple–style mocktails, or playful Valentine’s spritzes.
- Grenadine Syrup: A cocktail bar classic perfect for crafting Shirley Temple mocktails, fruity lemonades, Valentine-inspired Tiki drinks, and layered mocktails.
- Hibiscus Syrup: A classic tea flavour, hibiscus adds a bold colour and tart floral notes to liven up mocktails, cocktails, lemonades, and iced teas.
- Raspberry Purée: Bold and tart with a vibrant berry finish. Made with real fruit, this flavour adds a juicy twist to Valentine’s cocktails and zero-proof drinks.
- Stone Fruit Syrup: A delicious blend of cherry, apricot, and peach, this aromatic syrup adds a jewel-like pink hue to champagne cocktails, lemonades, and green tea refreshers.
- Wild Strawberry Syrup: Sweet, jammy strawberry flavour with a slightly nostalgic feel. Ideal for creamy drinks, dessert-style cocktails, and pink Valentine’s mocktails.
Romantic Flavour Pairings
- Strawberry Rose Syrup: A romantic blend of candied strawberry and delicate rose notes, perfect for pink spritzes, matcha lattes, dirty sodas, and martinis with layered flavour.
- Lavender Syrup & Ruby Red Grapefruit Syrup: A unique twist on the floral + citrus pairing, Lavender brings out the subtle floral notes of Ruby Red Grapefruit, while the zing of citrus adds delicious brightness to lush lavender. A delicious duo for champagne cocktails, margaritas, and spritz mocktails.
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Raspberry Syrup & Rose Syrup: If you prefer raspberry over strawberry, this red fruit is another natural pairing with fragrant rose. Use this pairing to craft elegant, grown-up Valentine’s cocktails and mocktails.
- Strawberry Syrup & White Chocolate Sauce: Creamy, sweet, and indulgent, this pairing was made for dessert-inspired Valentine’s drinks, from espresso martinis and lattes to dirty sodas.
- Strawberry Syrup & Dark Chocolate Sauce: The dramatic counterpoint to strawberry and white chocolate, this classic duo will help you craft mochas, mocktails, and more inspired by chocolate-covered strawberries.
- Chocolate Fudge Syrup & Salted Caramel Syrup: Skip the heart-shaped candy box and enjoy your truffles in drink form. Enjoy this classic candy pairing in espresso martini mocktails, hojicha lattes, and milkshakes.
- Toasted Coconut Syrup & Dragon Fruit Syrup: Add a tropical twist to your Valentine’s drinks with this blend of creamy flavour and vibrant pink colour. A perfect pairing for eye-catching Valentine’s drinks.
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Vanilla Syrup & Elderflower Syrup: An unexpected but delicious pairing, vanilla and elderflower add a sophisticated twist to cold brews, iced lattes, and mocktails.
Check out this Morning Rose Cocktail made with Strawberry Rose Syrup!
Valentine’s Coffee & Matcha Drinks
- Caramel Sauce: Add a drizzle of rich, caramelized goodness to coffees and dessert drinks.
- Dark Chocolate Syrup: Bold cocoa flavour with a smooth, indulgent finish ideal for mocha-inspired Valentine’s drinks.
- French Raspberry Syrup: Designed to blend perfectly into hot coffee drinks and lattes, this sophisticated raspberry flavour also tastes delicious in flavoured cold foams.
- Pistachio Syrup: Toasted, nutty sweetness that adds depth and warmth to coffee drinks and creamy mocktails. Pair it with flavours like rose for utterly delicious Valentine's matcha lattes and cold brews.
Fruity Valentine’s Drinks
- Blood Orange Syrup: Bold citrus and a rich ruby colour make this flavour a natural favourite for Valentine's margaritas, mocktails, and lemonades.
- Desert Pear Syrup: Desert Pear’s lightly sweet blend of pear and prickly pear notes and it’s bright fuchsia colour make it an excellent choice for showstopper Valentine’s drinks. Use it in margaritas, paloma mocktails, or sparkling lemonades.
- Raspberry Syrup: For tart and berry-forward cocktails, mocktails, and sodas. Great paired with lemon, white chocolate, or even strawberry.
- Ruby Red Grapefruit Syrup: Jewel-like pink colour meets zesty citrus flavour for a flavour that brightens spritzes, lemonades, margarita mocktails, and paloma mocktails.
- Strawberry Syrup: Bright, juicy strawberry flavour. An instant classic for Valentine’s mocktails, cocktails, and lemonades.
- Yuzu Purée: For something completely different, try pairing yuzu with floral favourites like lavender and rose for a delicious, zesty flavour. Delicious in sodas, lemonades, and mocktails.
Sugar-Free Valentine’s Drinks
- Sugar Free Chocolate Syrup: Rich cocoa flavour that brings indulgence to coffee drinks and dessert-style Valentine’s mocktails.
- Sugar Free Coconut Syrup: Light, tropical coconut flavour with a creamy finish. Pair it with Sugar Free Strawberry or Sugar Free Raspberry for low-calorie pink drinks, mocktails, and Valentine’s sodas.
- Sugar Free Lavender Syrup: Soft floral notes with subtle sweetness. Adds a romantic touch to citrus drinks and sparkling mocktails without additional sugar.
- Sugar Free Raspberry Syrup: Tart, juicy berry flavour with vibrant colour and zero sugar. Use it to craft balanced, low-calorie Valentine’s drinks.
- Sugar Free Strawberry Syrup: Bright strawberry flavour without added sugar. A great option for lighter Valentine’s mocktails and lemonades.
- Sugar Free White Chocolate Syrup: Creamy, sweet white chocolate flavour without added sugar. Use it to add lush white chocolate flavour to berry-flavoured mocktails or strawberry matcha lattes.
Easy Valentine's Drinks
Go beyond chocolate-covered strawberry drinks with these easy Valentine's drink recipes perfect for parties or at-home happy hours. Shake up a delicious Be Mine mocktail, a Cheery Cherry Sweetheart, or a Candy Heart Spritz Mocktail.
Here are more of our favourite easy Valentine's Drinks to try at home:
#1 Sweethearts Mule
If you're looking for easy Valentine's drinks, this Sweethearts Mule is a delicious mix of Monin Strawberry Purée, lemon juice, amaretto, vodka, and ginger beer. It's a fizzy and flavourful way to start the evening. Vibrant Valentine's drinks like this will only add to the joy of sharing special moments with your loved ones.
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#2 Lovely Valentine Martini
If you prefer lush Valentine's cocktails, this decadent blend of chocolate vodka, hazelnut liqueur, and Monin Raspberry Purée will whisk you away into a world of romance. For anyone looking for Valentine's Day cocktail ideas, the Lovely Valentine Martini is the perfect addition to a night filled with love and laughter.
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#3 Cupid's Caramel Mocha
If you prefer coffee to cocktails, this iced Cupid’s Caramel Mocha includes a decadent blend of Monin Caramel Sauce, Dark Chocolate Sauce, and cold brew coffee. It's a sweet, creamy delight that will help you create moments for real, caffeinated connection with friends or that special someone.
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#4 Be Mine Bourbon Martini
Back to Valentine's cocktails! The Be Mine Bourbon Martini features a luxurious blend of bourbon, vanilla liqueur, and Monin Dulce de Leche Sauce. This irresistible cocktail is sure to make your celebrations unforgettable.
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#5 Bubbles and Roses
The perfect date night cocktail, Bubbles & Roses tastes like love in a glass. This low-alcohol Valentine's drink is easy to make and has a complex flavour. It's a colourful glass of bubbly made with a bitter herbal aperitif, Monin Strawberry Rose Syrup, and Champagne, adding a touch of elegance to your evening.
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#6 Grapefruit Rosemary Spritz
Looking for non-alcoholic cocktails? Then fall in love with this light, bright, and sparkling Grapefruit Rosemary Spritz! This mocktail combines Monin Ruby Red Grapefruit Syrup, Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup, lemon juice, fresh rosemary, and club soda for a zesty and aromatic beverage that belongs on any Valentine's drinks menu.
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#7 Bouquet of Roses
Skip the flower bouquet and make your sweetheart a Bouquet of Roses cocktail! This Valentine's drink is perfect for floral drink lovers. It's a gin cocktail that blends the floral and fruity notes of Monin Rose Syrup and Watermelon Concentrated Flavour and is topped with rosé wine for a romantic finishing touch.
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#8 Strawberry Rose Palmer
For zero-proof Valentine's drinks, the Strawberry Rose Palmer is a delicious blend of Monin Strawberry Rose Syrup, lemonade, and iced tea. It's a light and fruity Valentine's drink that will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized, and a great choice if you want to serve non-alcoholic cocktails this Valentine's Day.
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#9 Ube Espresso Martini
Speaking of non-alcoholic cocktails, this Ube Espresso Martini mocktail adds a tropical twist to your classic espresso martini. A creamy blend of Monin Ube Syrup, Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate, and oat milk, it is a sophisticated choice for coffee lovers or anyone looking for delicious non-alcoholic cocktails.
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#10 Rose Arita
Have a romantic margarita moment with the Rose Arita, a vibrant mix of tequila, Monin Strawberry Rose Syrup, lime juice, and a bitter red aperitif. If you like Valentine's drinks with tequila, this colourful cocktail looks as good as it tastes, making it a perfect accompaniment to your date night.
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#11 White Chocolate Covered Raspberry
Indulge with this low-sugar White Chocolate Covered Raspberry cocktail. This delicious low-calorie cocktail is made with vodka, Sugar Free White Chocolate Syrup, and Sugar Free Raspberry Syrup. When it comes to low-sugar Valentine's drinks, this luxurious blend of sweet white chocolate and tart raspberries is simply irresistible.
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#12 Yuzu 75
Add a citrus twist to your Valentine's Day drinks menu! This Yuzu 75 blends Monin Yuzu Purée with gin and sparkling wine for an utterly refreshing glass of bubbly.
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#13 Yuzu Lavender Soda
While roses tend to get all the love on Valentine's Day, other florals like lavender also add a romantic touch to any drink. This Yuzu Lavender Soda is a perfect balance of floral and citrus notes and is a great recipe for anyone looking for outside-the-box Valentine's drinks.
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#14 Pistachio Pear Smash
Looking for unique Valentine's Day drink ideas? This Pistachio Pear Smash's unlikely blend of Monin Pistachio Syrup and Desert Pear Syrup adds delicious flavour and colour to this fizzy mocktail.
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#15 Cupid's Kiss Margarita
For more Valentine's drinks with tequila, this Cupid's Kiss Margarita adds a splash of Monin Raspberry Syrup to a classic margarita for brilliant colour and juicy berry flavour. It's perfect for any Galentine's Day party!
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#16 Daisy Drop Mocktail
This Daisy Drop Mocktail is another delicious option for raspberry Valentine's Day drinks. A refreshing blend of Monin Basil Concentrated Flavour, Raspberry Syrup, and club soda, it's a great choice for Valentine's Day brunch or date night.
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#17 Creamy Strawberry Coconut Dirty Soda
If you love dirty sodas, you have to try this Creamy Strawberry Coconut Dirty Soda. This strawberry dirty soda recipe blends Monin Strawberry Syrup and Coconut Syrup to give it a vibrant pink colour and rich dessert-y flavour.
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#18 Galentine's Shake
If you like Valentine's drinks with pizzazz, you'll love this Galentine's Shake! This milkshake blends Monin Amaretto Syrup, Strawberry Purée, and outrageous garnishes for an over-the-top treat.
#19 Roasted Toasted Tini
If you love an espresso martini, you must try this Roasted Toasted Tini. The sweet and savoury notes of Monin Toasted Coconut Syrup mixed with dark creme de cacao give this drink a chocolate macaroon flavour as delicious as any box of Valentine's Day chocolates.
Valentine’s Day Drinks FAQ
What flavours work best for Valentine’s drinks?
Valentine’s drinks often feature strawberry, raspberry, rose, chocolate, vanilla, citrus, and floral notes. These flavours pair well with pink and red hues that look and taste festive and celebratory.
Can I make Valentine’s drinks without alcohol?
Absolutely. Many Valentine’s drinks can be made as mocktails using syrups, purées, coffee, tea, soda, or sparkling water, perfect for zero-proof celebrations. Check out this blog for more ideas on how to make unforgettable mocktails.
What are easy Valentine’s drinks to make at home?
Spritzes, mules, dirty sodas, espresso martinis, and flavoured lemonades are some of the easiest Valentine’s drinks to make, with minimal ingredients and lots of visual appeal.
Which Monin flavours pair best with coffee-based Valentine’s drinks?
For Valentine’s coffee and espresso drinks, flavours like chocolate, caramel, raspberry, strawberry, and vanilla pair especially well. These profiles complement coffee’s natural bitterness while adding seasonal sweetness and depth.
How do I make Valentine’s drinks look festive?
Use colourful glassware, edible glitter, heart-shaped garnishes, fresh red fruit like berries or apple slices, edible flowers, or pink and red straws. These festive garnishes will instantly elevate your Valentine’s drink presentation.
Are there lighter or reduced-sugar options for Valentine’s drinks?
Yes. Many Valentine’s drinks can be made using sugar-free syrups while still delivering vibrant taste and colour. These alternatives are ideal for guests looking for lower-sugar or balanced beverage options without compromising flavour.
Updated February 10, 2026
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