10 Sriracha Cocktails to Drink

This cocktail pairs spicy sriracha with savory and smoky mezcal, specifically a mezcal joven or unaged spirit. This variety adds more agave flavor, with some herbal notes that pair well with the heat. Lime juice adds citrus to the cocktail to cut the spice and other robust flavors. Finally, the final component is a sparkling soda to add effervescence.

A twist on the classic margarita that infuses the citrus-forward cocktail with a punch of heat from the spicy sauce. The recipe calls for enough sriracha to change the color of this drink from light green to a pleasant orange. Garnish the Sriracha Margarita with a jalapeno pepper slice to add another layer of heat to the cocktail.

This rendition of the Bloody Mary uses sriracha as a hot element in the drink. The recipe also calls for fresh horseradish, or you can infuse the horseradish into the vodka if you have extra time. Tomato juice adds savory flavor and a smooth texture to this cocktail, while lime juice brings balance with bright citrus. 

Bourbon gives this cocktail a smooth base with sweet notes that contrast the spice level of the sriracha. Lime adds a fresh, tart flavor. Mango juice and simple syrup add sweetness and tropical fruitiness, making this drink refreshing despite the heat. Garnish this cocktail with fresh cilantro to add a pop of color. 

One of the best examples of savory sriracha cocktails, this drink is easy to make with just three ingredients. In this case, only a small amount of the hot sauce is used after being incorporated into a simple syrup. Rye gin adds even more peppery notes, while bitter Cynar provides a contrasting but intense flavor. 

Chasing the Green Dragon uses a special green sriracha that gives the drink its color. The hot sauce is mixed with maple syrup to make a spicy yet sweet component. Blue curacao and Pisco or Cachaça give this cocktail a potent punch, while lime adds a citrus element. Enjoy over ice with your choice of garnish. 

Another savory sriracha cocktail, uses Worcestershire sauce to add salt and other rich notes. Lime juicy and the hot sauce provide a classic and delicious pairing, tied together with a Mexican lager. All of these ingredients together create a well-balanced and easy to make drink with ingredients you may already have in your fridge.

This cocktail hits all of the major flavor notes people want: tarty, sweet, bitter, spicy and fruit. While Hawaiian chili water is usually used as the hot element, sriracha is often used in its place when its unavailable. Rum, sake and mango liqueur make this a strong but with enough sweet elements that its not readily apparent. 

A play on the classic Shirley Temple, vodka or gin is introduced to the drink. Added sriracha helps this cocktail shake off the overly sweet reputation of the original beverage. Bubbly citrus soda ensures the heat doesn’t get out of hand, while also adding the refreshing elements the original is known for. 

This drink is another example of sriracha cocktails that incorporates a lager-style beer. Lime juice is another major component adding a tart element. What sets The Cocky Rooster apart is the Maggi sauce that adds a robuster flavor than soy sauce though they are similar products. This savory element complements the generous portion of sriracha.