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22 Best Lychee Cocktails to Drink

Lychee cocktails

Lychee cocktails are a wonderful way to enjoy the delicate, floral sweetness of this tropical fruit. Known for its light, juicy flavor with subtle notes of rose, lychee pairs beautifully with a wide range of spirits, from vodka and gin to rum and sparkling wine. Its natural sweetness and refreshing taste make it a versatile ingredient for cocktails that are both unique and easy to enjoy. Whether shaken into martinis, mixed into spritzers, or combined with citrus and herbs, lychee adds an exotic twist to any drink. These cocktails are perfect for dinner parties, summer gatherings, or casual evenings at home.

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Lychee Jalapeño Margarita

Lychee Jalapeño Margarita

The Lychee Jalapeño Margarita is a bold and refreshing take on the traditional margarita, combining sweet, tart, and spicy flavors in one lively drink. Fresh lychee juice brings a delicate fruity sweetness with floral notes, while lemon juice adds a crisp tang that brightens the mix.

Jalapeño-infused syrup provides gentle heat, giving the cocktail a kick without overpowering the other flavors. Served in a glass rimmed with smoky salt, the drink gains an extra layer of depth and character. Perfect for summer evenings, dinner parties, or anyone looking for something adventurous, this margarita is both exciting and satisfying.

Lychee Jalapeño Margarita

Ingredients
  

Rim Mix
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Garnish
  • Lychees

Method
 

  1. On a small plate, mix the salt and smoked paprika for the rim.
  2. Rub a lemon wedge around a quarter of the glass rim, then dip that section into the salt mixture.
  3. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add lychee jalapeño syrup, lychee juice, lemon juice, and tequila.
  4. Shake well for 15–20 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
  5. Strain into your prepared glass over fresh ice.
  6. Garnish with lychees.

Guaro Lychee

Bacan-Guaro-Lychee

The Guaro Lychee is a light, floral highball that brings together the smooth character of Bacan Guaro 29 with bright lime, fresh mint, and the subtle sweetness of lychee.

Topped with tonic water for a refreshing lift, this cocktail offers a clean and cooling profile with gentle aromatics and a touch of tropical fruit. It’s an easy-drinking option that works just as well for a sunny afternoon as it does for evening sipping.

Guaro Lychee

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Prepare a wine glass with ice.
  2. Shake all ingredients (except tonic water) with ice.
  3. Double strain into the prepared glass.
  4. Top with tonic water.
  5. Garnish with lychee nuts and a mint sprig on a cocktail pick.

Strawberry Rose Lychee Mojito

Strawberry Rose Lychee Mojito

The Strawberry Rose Lychee Mojito is a fresh and fragrant twist on the classic mojito, blending sweet strawberries, juicy lychees, and cool mint leaves with a delicate hint of rose. The combination creates a light and aromatic flavor that is both refreshing and unique. White rum adds a smooth kick, while a splash of soda water gives it a crisp finish.

The rose brings a gentle floral note that pairs beautifully with the fruit, making each sip feel special. Perfect for spring brunches, garden parties, or relaxing on a warm evening, this mojito offers a balance of sweetness, freshness, and subtle elegance.

Strawberry Rose Lychee Mojito

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. In a highball glass, combine the lychees, strawberry, mint leaves, and lychee syrup.
  2. Gently muddle to release the fruit juices and mint oils without tearing the mint.
  3. Add the simple syrup, white rum, lime juice, and rose water. Stir briefly to mix.
  4. Fill the glass with crushed ice and top with soda water.
  5. Give the drink a gentle stir, then garnish with a fresh mint sprig.

Raspberry Lychee Gin Spritz

Raspberry Lychee Gin Spritz

The Raspberry Lychee Gin Spritz is a light and refreshing cocktail that brings together bright fruit and delicate floral notes in every sip. Empress Gin forms the base, offering a smooth flavor and striking color that pairs perfectly with the tart richness of raspberries.

Lychee adds a gentle sweetness with a subtle floral touch, creating a balance that feels both elegant and easy to enjoy. A splash of Prosecco gives the drink its bubbly finish, making it crisp and lively. Served over ice, this spritz is perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or relaxing afternoons outdoors.

Raspberry Lychee Gin Spritz

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. In a shaker, combine Empress Gin, Chambord, raspberry purée, lychee juice, and simple syrup with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
  3. Fill a highball glass with crushed ice.
  4. Strain the mixture into the glass.
  5. Top with Prosecco and serve.

Empress Coconut Lychee Breeze

Empress Coconut Lychee Breeze

The Empress Coconut Lychee Breeze is a refreshing cocktail that combines gentle sweetness with floral and tropical notes. Coconut water provides a crisp and hydrating base, while lychee syrup adds a smooth, fruity flavor with a hint of floral character.

Empress Gin is carefully floated on top, creating a striking layered look with its vibrant color while adding a botanical depth that balances the sweetness below. Light and easy to sip, this cocktail feels both elegant and approachable. Perfect for summer afternoons, garden parties, or casual evenings, it delivers flavor and style in every glass.

Empress Coconut Lychee Breeze

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 oz Empress 1908 Gin
  • 1 oz lychee syrup
  • 1.5 oz coconut water
  • 0.25 oz lemon juice
  • Garnish: lychee edible flower, lemon slice

Method
 

  1. Add lychee syrup, coconut water, and lemon juice to your serving glass. Stir to mix.
  2. Fill the glass with ice.
  3. Slowly pour Empress Gin over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
  4. Garnish with a lemon slice, lychee, and an edible flower.

Coconut Lychee Margarita

Coconut Lychee Margarita

The Coconut Lychee Margarita is a tropical twist on the traditional margarita, bringing together creamy coconut, sweet lychee, and fresh citrus for a unique and refreshing drink. The smooth texture of coconut pairs beautifully with the delicate floral sweetness of lychee, while lime juice adds brightness and balance.

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Tequila forms the base, giving the cocktail a classic foundation with a tropical edge. Served over ice with a salted or coconut sugar rim and garnished with lychee or lime slices, it looks as appealing as it tastes. This margarita is perfect for warm-weather gatherings, beach days, or evenings with friends.

Coconut Lychee Margarita

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass. Dip the rim into coconut sugar to coat.
  2. Add tequila, lime juice, coconut syrup, lychee purée, and orange liqueur to a shaker filled with ice. Shake until well chilled.
  3. Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
  4. Add a lychee for garnish. Serve and enjoy!

Lychee Sunrise Spritz

Lychee Sunrise Spritz

The Lychee Sunrise Spritz is a bright, bubbly twist on a classic sunrise-style cocktail. It starts with tequila, orange juice, and lemon juice for a bold citrus base, then adds lychee simple syrup for a soft floral sweetness.

A drizzle of grenadine brings in that signature layered look and just a hint of extra fruitiness. Sparkling water tops it off with a crisp, fizzy finish. It’s refreshing, lightly sweet, and easy to enjoy any time of day. Serve it over ice in a tall glass and let the colors do the work no fancy garnish needed, but a lychee or orange slice fits right in.

Lychee Sunrise Spritz

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Fill a wine glass with ice.
  2. Add tequila, orange juice, lemon juice, and lychee syrup. Stir to combine.
  3. Top with sparkling water.
  4. Slowly pour grenadine down the side of the glass or over the back of a spoon to let it settle at the bottom.
  5. Garnish with a lychee.

Lychee Guava Mezcalita

Lychee Guava Mezcalita

The Lychee Guava Mezcalita is smoky, fruity, and just a little tropical. Mezcal brings a deep, earthy flavor that pairs surprisingly well with the soft sweetness of lychee syrup and the tangy, floral notes of guava syrup. A splash of lime juice keeps it bright and balanced.

This drink is bold but approachable, with a smooth finish and a refreshing edge. It’s a good choice when you want something that feels a little different but still easy to enjoy. Serve it over ice with a lime wheel or a slice of guava if you’ve got it for a clean, colorful touch.

Lychee Guava Mezcalita

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz mezcal
  • 1 oz guava syrup
  • 1 oz lychee syrup
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • Garnish: lychee fruit and lime wheel

Method
 

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add mezcal, guava syrup, lychee syrup, and lime juice.
  3. Shake well  for about 15 seconds.
  4. Strain into a glass over fresh ice or serve it up in a coupe.
  5. Garnish with a lychee fruit and a lime wheel.

Lychee Peach Margarita

Lychee Peach Margarita

The Lychee Peach Margarita is smooth, fruity, and just the right mix of sweet and tart. Tequila gives it a solid base, while lychee liqueur adds a soft floral note that plays nicely with the richness of peach purée.

Lime juice brings in a sharp citrus bite, and a touch of agave rounds it all out with a natural sweetness. This margarita is light, easy to drink, and a nice change of pace from the usual flavors. Serve it over ice with a peach slice or lime wheel for a clean, fresh finish that feels right any time of year.

Lychee Peach Margarita

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Rub the edge with lime and dip into salt. Set aside.
  2. Add tequila, lychee liqueur, peach purée, lime juice, and agave syrup to a shaker.
  3. Fill with ice and shake well for about 15 seconds.
  4. Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  5. Garnish with a slice of peach or a lychee.

Lychee Rose Mojito

Lychee Rose Mojito

The Lychee Rose Mojito is a soft, floral take on the classic mojito with a subtle twist. It blends fresh mint and lime with the light sweetness of lychee and a gentle hint of rose. The result is a refreshing drink that’s crisp but smooth, with just enough sweetness to balance the tart lime.

The rose brings a light floral note without being too strong, and the lychee adds a juicy, tropical feel. It’s a great choice for spring or summer gatherings or whenever you want a mojito that’s a little more delicate but still bright and easy to sip.

Lychee Rose Mojito

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz white rum
  • 1 oz pink lychee syrup
  • 0.5 oz lime juice
  • 0.5 oz rose water
  • 6 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 lychees peeled and pitted
  • Club soda to top
  • Optional garnish: dried rose petals extra mint sprig, or a lychee on a pick

Method
 

  1. Add lychees, mint leaves, and lime juice to a shaker or mixing glass.
  2. Gently muddle to break up the lychees and release the mint.
  3. Add pink lychee syrup, rose water, and white rum.
  4. Fill with ice and shake briefly, just to chill and mix.
  5. Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
  6. Top with club soda and stir gently.
  7. Garnish with rose petals, mint, or a lychee.

Blue Lychee Margarita

Blue Lychee Margarita

The Blue Lychee Margarita is a fun, tropical twist on the classic. It mixes the floral sweetness of lychee with the citrusy bite of lime and the bold edge of tequila. A splash of blue curaçao gives it that bright ocean-blue color and a hint of orange flavor.

It’s smooth, lightly sweet, and just tart enough to keep it refreshing. Whether you’re mixing drinks for a party or just want something different, this margarita adds a pop of color and flavor without being too heavy. It’s a cool, easygoing drink that still keeps that margarita spirit.

Blue Lychee Margarita

Method
 

  1. In a shaker, gently muddle the mint leaves to release their aroma.
  2. Add tequila, lychee juice, coconut water, blue curaçao, and lime juice to the shaker with ice. Shake vigorously until chilled.
  3. Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Top with a mint sprig, lime wheel or a whole lychee for an elegant finish.

Raspberry Lychee Vodka Fizz

Raspberry Lychee Vodka Fizz

The Raspberry Lychee Vodka Fizz is light, fruity, and just the right amount of sweet. Fresh raspberries bring a bright berry flavor, while lychee adds a soft, floral note that pairs well with the clean bite of vodka. Topped with soda water, it’s bubbly and refreshing without feeling too heavy.

This drink is great for warm afternoons, weekend brunch, or when you want something a little different but still easy to sip. The flavors are smooth and balanced, and the color makes it look just as good as it tastes.

Raspberry Lychee Vodka Fizz

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 2 oz raspberry-lychee purée
  • Soda water to top
  • Garnish: lychee fruit or fresh raspberries optional

Method
 

  1. Fill a glass with ice. Add vodka and raspberry-lychee purée.
  2. Top with soda water and stir gently to combine.
  3. Add a fresh lychee or raspberry for a visually elegant touch.

Watermelon Lychee Cocktail

Watermelon Lychee Cocktail

The Watermelon Lychee Cocktail is fresh, juicy, and perfectly balanced with a soft floral touch. It combines sweet watermelon juice with delicate lychee syrup or lychee juice, along with a splash of vodka or gin for a smooth kick. A squeeze of lime brightens the flavors and keeps it crisp. Serve it over ice for a refreshing drink that’s light and easy to enjoy.

Garnish with a lychee fruit or a small watermelon wedge for a simple, eye-catching finish. This cocktail is perfect for summer days or anytime you want something fruity and refreshing without being too heavy.

Watermelon Lychee Cocktail

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. In a glass filled with ice, combine lychee juice, watermelon purée, vodka, triple sec, and lime juice. Stir well.
  2. Add sparkling water to fill the glass and stir gently to combine.
  3. Add fresh mint leaves, a few lychees, and watermelon cubes for a vibrant, fruity finish.

Pink Lychee Rose Gin Spritz

Pink Lychee Rose Gin Spritz

The Pink Lychee Rose Gin Spritz is soft, floral, and refreshingly light. It mixes gin with lychee syrup and a splash of rose water or rose liqueur, then tops it off with sparkling wine and soda water. The result is a delicate, bubbly drink with a gentle sweetness and a floral finish that doesn’t overwhelm.

It’s great for spring and summer get-togethers, brunches, or quiet evenings outside. Serve it over ice with a few rose petals or lychee pieces for a clean, pretty presentation. It’s simple, smooth, and perfect for when you want something that feels just a little special.

Pink Lychee Rose Gin Spritz

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ oz elderflower rose gin
  • 5 fresh lychees pitted
  • ½ oz passion fruit syrup
  • 2 oz club soda
  • Garnish: lemon wheel and rose petals

Method
 

  1. In a shaker, muddle the lychees with passion fruit syrup until thoroughly broken down.
  2. Strain into a wine or spritz glass filled with fresh ice.
  3. Add 2 oz of club soda, then slowly pour in the elderflower rose gin for a layered effect.
  4. Finish with a twist of lemon wheel and a few edible rose petals for a romantic touch.

Dragon Lychee Vodka Cocktail

Dragon Lychee Vodka Cocktail

The Dragon Lychee Vodka Cocktail is crisp, floral, and just a bit exotic. It blends smooth vodka with sweet lychee and a splash of dragonfruit juice or syrup for a drink that’s light, refreshing, and full of clean flavor.

The lychee brings a subtle sweetness, while the dragonfruit adds a soft fruitiness and eye-catching color. It’s perfect for warm nights, brunches, or when you want something different but still easy to sip. Serve it over ice with a lychee fruit or dragonfruit slice for a cool, simple finish that looks as good as it tastes.

Dragon Lychee Vodka Cocktail

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 oz vodka
  • 3 oz dragon lychee juice or to taste
  • Soda water to top
  • Garnish: lychee fruit dragonfruit slice, or mint sprig

Method
 

  1. Fill the rocks glass with ice.
  2. Add vodka and dragon lychee juice over the ice.
  3. Fill the glass with soda water and stir gently to combine.
  4. Garnish with dragon fruit for an extra-refreshing touch.

Lychee & Blackberry Martini

Lychee & Blackberry Martini

The Lychee and Blackberry Martini is a colorful cocktail that blends floral, fruity, and citrus flavors into a drink that feels fresh and refined. Gin creates a smooth botanical base, while lychee liqueur adds gentle sweetness with a soft tropical note. Crème de mûre deepens the flavor with the richness of blackberry, giving the martini a bold and juicy character.

A touch of lime juice and simple syrup keeps the drink balanced, adding brightness and light sweetness. Garnished with fresh blackberries and lychee, this martini is a striking choice for cocktail parties, dinner gatherings, or relaxed evenings at home.

Lychee & Blackberry Martini

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz gin
  • 0.5 oz lychee liqueur
  • 0.25 oz lime juice
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup
  • 0.25 oz crème de mûre
  • Blackberries and lychee for garnish

Method
 

  1. Add the gin, lychee liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, and crème de mûre to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake well to combine and chill the mixture.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a martini glass.
  4. Garnish with fresh blackberries, lychee and serve.

Pineapple Lychee Margarita

Pineapple Lychee Margarita

The Pineapple Lychee Margarita is a bright and tropical variation of the traditional margarita, perfect for when you want something fruity and refreshing. Fresh pineapple adds juicy sweetness, while lychee brings a delicate floral note that gives the cocktail a unique twist.

The tartness of lime juice balances the sweetness, and tequila provides the bold backbone that ties everything together. Served over ice with a salted or sugared rim, this cocktail is colorful, flavorful, and easy to enjoy. Ideal for summer gatherings, beach parties, or casual evenings, it delivers a taste of the tropics in every sip.

Pineapple Lychee Margarita

Method
 

  1. In a blender, combine the pineapple, lychee syrup, and lime juice. Blend until smooth. Set the pineapple and lychee mixture aside.
  2. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the tequila and orange juice.
  3. Pour the blended pineapple and lychee juice into the shaker.
  4. Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
  5. Rim your glass with salt if desired, and strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
  6. Garnish with a slice of pineapple and serve immediately.

Strawberry Lychee Martini

STRAWBERRY LYCHEE MARTINI

The Strawberry Lychee Martini is a flavorful cocktail that combines sweet fruit with a crisp, spirit-forward base. Fresh strawberries bring a juicy sweetness, while lychee adds a floral, tropical note that makes the drink feel unique and inviting.

Vodka gives the martini a clean backbone, and a touch of dry vermouth adds depth with a slightly herbal edge. The balance of fruity and crisp flavors makes this cocktail both refreshing and refined. Served in a chilled martini glass and garnished with fresh fruit, it is a perfect choice for special occasions, celebrations, or an elegant night at home.

Strawberry Lychee Martini

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the cut-up strawberries and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  2. Use a muddler to thoroughly mash the strawberries and lemon juice together.
  3. Add the vodka, dry vermouth, and lychee juice to the shaker.
  4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for at least 15 seconds.
  5. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  6. Garnish with a halved strawberry and a whole lychee.
  7. Enjoy your refreshing Strawberry Lychee Martini!

Lychee Margarita

Lychee Margarita

The Lychee Margarita is a tropical twist on the classic margarita, offering a refreshing mix of sweet, tangy, and floral flavors. Lychee brings a delicate sweetness with a soft floral note that makes the drink feel light and exotic.

Fresh lime juice adds the perfect amount of tang, balancing the sweetness and giving the cocktail a lively edge. Tequila provides the smooth backbone that ties all the flavors together, while a salted rim adds contrast and enhances every sip. Served over ice and garnished with fresh lychee or lime, this margarita is perfect for summer parties or relaxing evenings.

Lychee Margarita

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Start by rimming your margarita glass with salt. To do this, rub a lime wedge around the edge of the glass and dip it into salt.
  2. In a shaker, combine tequila, lychee juice, simple syrup, lime juice, and triple sec with ice.
  3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
  4. Strain the drink into your prepared glass.
  5. Garnish with a lychee fruit on the rim.
  6. Enjoy your refreshing Lychee Margarita!

Lychee Mojito

Lychee Mojito

The Lychee Mojito is a refreshing take on the classic mojito, adding a tropical touch with the delicate sweetness of lychee. White rum creates a crisp base, while lychee juice adds a floral fruitiness that pairs beautifully with the freshness of mint.

Lime juice brings a tangy brightness, and whole lychees add both flavor and visual appeal. Topped with sparkling water, the cocktail is light, bubbly, and easy to enjoy. Served over ice, it is perfect for summer gatherings, poolside afternoons, or whenever you want a drink that feels cool, fruity, and refreshing with every sip.

Lychee Mojito

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Put mint leaves, lime wedges, and sugar in your glass. Muddle them together to release the flavors.
  2. Add the lychee juice and white rum.
  3. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
  4. Top it off with sparkling water and stir well.
  5. Garnish with a fresh lychee or a mint sprig. Enjoy your drink!

Rivi Lychee Tini

Rivi Lychee Tini Cocktail

The Rivi Lychee Tini is a standout cocktail that combines fruity sweetness with a touch of elegance, making it a favorite for many occasions. Lychee gives the drink its unique tropical flavor, offering a floral sweetness that is both refreshing and distinctive.

The cocktail is smooth and easy to enjoy, yet it feels special enough to serve at parties or celebrations. Beautifully presented in a chilled glass, it makes an impression with both its flavor and appearance. Perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a personal treat, the Rivi Lychee Tini is a cocktail that always leaves a lasting impression.

Rivi Lychee Tini

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz. Rive Gin Raspberry Honey Flavored Gin
  • 1 oz. Lychee Simple Syrup equal parts Lychee juice and simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz. Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 oz. Chambord
  • 1 Egg white
  • Peychaud Bitters for garnish

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, add gin, lychee simple syrup, lemon juice, and egg white.
    Step 2: Dry Shake
    Step 3: Double strain into a coupe glass.
    Step 4: Garnish with Peychaud Bitters (mix into egg white for color)

Lychee Martini

lychee martini in a glass.

Lychee Martini

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  2. Add vodka, lychee juice, dry vermouth, and lime juice to the shaker.
  3. Shake the cocktail shaker well until the drink is chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish the drink with a lychee fruit.

The Lychee Martini is a modern variation of the classic martini, offering a refreshing balance of crispness and subtle sweetness. Vodka and vermouth provide the traditional backbone, while fresh lychee brings a delicate floral note and a hint of tropical flavor.

This version leans slightly tart, allowing the natural sweetness of the fruit to shine without becoming overpowering. The result is a cocktail that feels light, smooth, and well-balanced. Elegant in presentation and unique in flavor, the Lychee Martini is perfect for cocktail parties, dinner gatherings, or anyone looking to bring an exotic twist to a timeless favorite.

22 Best Lychee Cocktails to Drink
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Paul Kushner

Written by Paul Kushner

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