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Cheers to a great summer: 51 Labor Day weekend cocktails

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By Susannah Brinkley Henry

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As the summer sun sets on the horizon, it’s time to embrace the final stretch of warmth and leisure with a great Labor Day weekend celebration. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or lounging by the pool, this long weekend offers a chance to unwind and savor the last moments of the season. Elevate your weekend with a collection of refreshing cocktail recipes designed to make your Labor Day gatherings special, ensuring that you create lasting memories as you transition to the next chapter of the year.

Peaches and a peach whiskey smash and syrup.
Peach Whiskey Smash. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Aperol Spritz

An aperol spritz on grey coasters on a white background with oranges.
Aperol Spritz. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Celebrate the last weekend of summer with the Aperol Spritz, a stunning and crisp cocktail made with Aperol and prosecco, perfect for Labor Day gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Aperol Spritz

Fish Bowl Drink

A blue cocktail with candy fish in the drink and a cocktail umbrella on top.
Fish Bowl Drink. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Embrace the summer vibes on the final weekend of the season with a Fish Bowl drink, a bright blue cocktail served in fish bowl glasses, adorned with fish-shaped candies.
Get the Recipe: Fish Bowl Drink

Strawberry White Wine Spritzer

One glass with bagels and wine bottle in background.
Strawberry White Wine Spritzer. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Beat the heat on the last weekend of summer with a refreshing Strawberry White Wine Spritzer, combining fresh strawberries and white wine for a light and fruity Labor Day sip.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry White Wine Spritzer

Vodka Soda

a vodka soda next to a silver jigger and limes.
Vodka Soda. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Keep it light and refreshing on the airplane or at your backyard barbecue with the classic Vodka Soda, a great choice for a relaxed Labor Day weekend.
Get the Recipe: Vodka Soda

Margarita Sangria

A pitcher of margarita sangria with slices of lemons and limes.
Margarita Sangria. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Blend flavors and celebrate the end of summer with a Margarita Sangria, where Margaritas meet wine for a delightful and crowd-friendly option for your Labor Day gathering.
Get the Recipe: Margarita Sangria

Classic Bloody Mary

A closeup of a garnish on a Bloody Mary made with homemade Bloody Mary mix.
Classic Bloody Mary. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Elevate your Labor Day brunch with a Classic Bloody Mary, the timeless favorite with savory notes and plenty of garnishes, perfect for sipping under the summer sun.
Get the Recipe: Classic Bloody Mary

Black Eyed Susan

Two black eyed susan cocktails with garnishes of real black eyed susans and lime wedges, with green metallic straws.
Black Eyed Susan. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Raise a toast to summer’s grand finale with the vibrant Black Eyed Susan, a sunny cocktail blending vodka, elderflower liqueur, and citrus juices, a perfect Labor Day indulgence.
Get the Recipe: Black Eyed Susan

Classic Mint Julep Cocktail

A mint julep in a silver mint julep cup with sprigs of mint and a decanter of bourbon and other ingredients in the background.
Classic Mint Julep Cocktail. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Embrace the classic warmth of summer and raise a mint julep to toast Labor Day weekend, a refreshing concoction of fresh mint, sugar, crushed ice, and bourbon.
Get the Recipe: Classic Mint Julep Cocktail

Peach Whiskey Smash

Peaches and a peach whiskey smash and syrup.
Peach Whiskey Smash. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Savor the final days of summer with a Peach Whiskey Smash, a muddled bourbon delight that captures the essence of the season, ideal for leisurely sipping during Labor Day festivities.
Get the Recipe: Peach Whiskey Smash

Vodka Watermelon Cocktail

Watermelon Vodka cocktail with a lime wedge in a glass.
Vodka Watermelon Cocktail. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Quench your thirst on the final summer nights of the year with the Vodka Watermelon Cocktail, offering a cool watermelon twist and vodka punch, a delightful way to bid farewell to the season.
Get the Recipe: Vodka Watermelon Cocktail

Moscow Mule

A Moscow mule with limes and a juicer on a marble background.
Moscow Mule. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Enjoy the crispness of a Moscow Mule, perfect for an easygoing Labor Day weekend, particularly when you’re on the go or simply relaxing with friends and family.
Get the Recipe: Moscow Mule

Hemingway Daiquiri

A gold tray holds two rum cocktails in coupe glasses, the lid to a cocktail shaker and a bowl of cherries. additional garnishes and tools sit beside on a white marble surface.
Hemingway Daiquiri. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Cozy up with a Hemingway Daiquiri, a tart grapefruit cocktail paying homage to the famous writer, and enjoy it on the last weekend of summer, blending literary sophistication with relaxation.
Get the Recipe: Hemingway Daiquiri

Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour

A honey lemon whiskey sour cocktail sits with several of its ingredients with a cocktail jigger on a teal dish towel in background.
Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Delight in the comforts of a Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour, a twist on the classic with local honey and lemon, capturing the essence of summer’s end and offering a relaxing Labor Day option.
Get the Recipe: Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour

John Collins Drink

A John Collins cocktail with oranges and cherries in a glass.
John Collins Drink. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Keep things light and refreshing on Labor Day with the John Collins cocktail, a bright and bubbly whiskey delight perfect for sipping and celebrating the weekend.
Get the Recipe: John Collins Drink

Mai Tai

Two glasses of Mai Tai drinks with cherries, mint leaves and limes.
Mai Tai. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Transport yourself to a tropical paradise on the last weekend of summer with a Mai Tai, a refreshing tiki cocktail featuring rum, orange liqueur, and fruity flavors.
Get the Recipe: Mai Tai

Jalapeño Mule

a jalapeño Moscow mule in a black and copper mug.
Jalapeño Mule. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Spice up your Labor Day weekend with a Jalapeño Mule, adding a kick of heat to the classic Moscow Mule, a perfect way to add excitement to your celebration.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeño Mule

Coconut Mojito

A coconut mojito with lime and mint leaves on a wooden board.
Coconut Mojito. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Sip on the Coconut Mojito, a tropical twist on the classic rum cocktail, and let its flavors whisk you away on a relaxing journey to say goodbye to summer.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Mojito

Mimosa

orange juice mimosas garnished with mint sprigs, next to a citrus juicer.
Mimosa. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Elevate your Labor Day brunch with a timeless Mimosa, pairing orange juice and champagne, a bubbly and refreshing choice for toasting the end of summer.
Get the Recipe: Mimosa

Paloma Cocktail

Two pink cocktails garnished with a wedge of grapefruit sit alongside a cut grapefruit on a cutting board with a knife.
Paloma Cocktail. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Raise a glass to the most popular cocktail in Mexico, the Paloma, and celebrate Labor Day with this refreshing drink made with tequila and tart grapefruit.
Get the Recipe: Paloma Cocktail

Ranch Water

Tajín seasoning on the rim of a cocktail next to a bottle of topo chico soda.
Ranch Water. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Stay light and refreshed on Labor Day with a Ranch Water, a low-carb tequila cocktail combining lime juice, tequila, and sparkling water, the perfect farewell to the season.
Get the Recipe: Ranch Water

Jack & Coke

a bottle of Jack Daniel's rests next to two cola cocktails.
Jack & Coke. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Enjoy Labor Day simplicity with a Jack & Coke, a quick and easy two-ingredient cocktail that’s perfect for casual celebrations and relaxing moments.
Get the Recipe: Jack & Coke

Cadillac Margarita

closeup of a lime garnish on a cadillac margarita.
Cadillac Margarita. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Cruise through the end of summer with the sophisticated Cadillac Margarita, a top-shelf version of the classic margarita that adds elegance to your Labor Day festivities.
Get the Recipe: Cadillac Margarita

Frozen Butterbeer

Butterscotch sauce drizzled on a mug of frozen butterbeer, next to a wand, a map, a yellow and red scarf and a quill.
Frozen Butterbeer. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Bring a touch of magic to your Labor Day celebration with Frozen Butterbeer, a delightful and boozier twist on the beloved theme park treat, perfect for toasting the season’s end.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Butterbeer

Raspberry Daiquiri

Raspberries garnish a cocktail in a stemmed glass.
Raspberry Daiquiri. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Elevate your Labor Day weekends with the ruby-red delight of Raspberry Daiquiris, blending rum and fresh raspberries for a tasty tipple, a perfect way to savor summer’s final moments.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Daiquiri

Strawberry Martini

Two strawberry martinis on a marble background.
Strawberry Martini. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Celebrate the sweetness of strawberry season on Labor Day with a luscious Strawberry Martini, a simple three-ingredient drink perfect for raising a glass to summer’s end.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Martini

Bourbon Slush

A Bourbon Slush garnished with orange slice and striped blue straw.
Bourbon Slush. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Beat the summer heat one last time with a batch of Bourbon Slush, a frozen cocktail featuring iced tea, citrus, and bourbon, perfect for sharing and celebrating Labor Day.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon Slush

Frozen Lemon Daiquiris

Lemon Daiquiris in coupe glasses garnished with mint leaves and surrounded by lemons and a green kitchen towel.
Frozen Lemon Daiquiris. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Cool down on the final summer days with Frozen Lemon Daiquiris, a tangy and citrusy treat reminiscent of frozen lemonade, a refreshing way to say goodbye to the season.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Lemon Daiquiris

Limoncello Lemonade

two lemonades with limoncello in glasses with gold writing on them, next to lemons and a gold jigger.
Limoncello Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Make the most of Labor Day with ice-cold Limoncello Lemonade, pairing fresh homemade lemonade with zesty Italian limoncello, a delightful sipper for summer’s farewell.
Get the Recipe: Limoncello Lemonade

S’mores Martini

A wooden cutting board holds s'more ingredients next to a martini.
S’mores Martini. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Enhance your camping adventure on Labor Day with S’mores Martinis, a grown-up treat perfect for sharing and enjoying after a day of exploration and relaxation.
Get the Recipe: S’mores Martini

Beer Margaritas

A beerita with a salt rim in a glass shaped like a beer can next to limes and a green glass juicer.
Beer Margaritas. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Cheers to the big game and the last weekend of summer with Beer Margaritas, a fun and flavorful combo of Mexican lager and tequila, ideal for celebrating with friends and family.
Get the Recipe: Beer Margaritas

Frozen Sangria

A Frozen Sangria with orange slices and mint leaves next to a wine cork.
Frozen Sangria. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Blend flavors and relish the final days of summer with Frozen Sangria, a delightful frozen twist on classic sangria, capturing the essence of the season’s goodbye.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Sangria

Lemon Drop Martini

Two lemon cocktails with lemon slices and ice.
Lemon Drop Martini. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Sip on a refreshing and tangy Lemon Drop Martini, a perfect way to quench your thirst on a hot summer day, a fitting choice for Labor Day relaxation.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Drop Martini

Michelada

beer bottles, rim salt and hot sauce with a michelada cocktail.
Michelada. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Savor the savory Michelada on Labor Day, a Mexican beer cocktail reminiscent of a Bloody Mary, a flavorful way to raise a glass to summer’s farewell.
Get the Recipe: Michelada

Cape Codder

A red cape cod cocktail with ice sits in a gold rimmed glass. Another glass with the same crimson cocktail sits behind on a cutting board. Whole cranberries and whole limes are scattered around both drinks.
Cape Codder. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Sip on a Cape Codder, a delightful Vodka Cranberry drink that’s fruity and refreshing, making it a versatile choice for toasting the end of summer.
Get the Recipe: Cape Codder

Empress 1908 Gin Sour Cocktail

Two empress 1908 gin sours next to a bottle of purple gin.
Empress 1908 Gin Sour Cocktail. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Impress your guests on Labor Day with the Empress 1908 Gin Sour, a visually striking cocktail featuring color-changing gin, making it an impressive choice for the weekend.
Get the Recipe: Empress 1908 Gin1 Sour Cocktail

Pimm’s Cup

A bottle of Pimm's liqueur sits next to two cocktails.
Pimm’s Cup. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Stay refreshed on Labor Day with a classic Pimm’s Cup, a gin-based cooler garnished with fresh berries and cucumber ribbons, the perfect sip for celebrating summer’s end.
Get the Recipe: Pimm’s Cup

Corona Sunrise

two beer bottles with pink cocktails inside.
Corona Sunrise. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Welcome the dawn of autumn with a fizzy Corona Sunrise, a beer-infused take on the Tequila Sunrise, capturing the transition between seasons on Labor Day.
Get the Recipe: Corona Sunrise

Electric Lemonade

A picture of two glasses of electric lemonade with lemon wedge.
Electric Lemonade. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Stay cool and vibrant on Labor Day with Electric Lemonade, a refreshing citrus beverage capturing the invigorating essence of summer’s end.
Get the Recipe: Electric Lemonade

Greyhound

A grapefruit cocktail on a white surface surrounded by its ingredients.
Greyhound. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Enjoy the refreshing Greyhound Cocktail, blending tart grapefruit with vodka or gin for a sweet-and-sour sip, a great choice for leisurely Labor Day celebrations.
Get the Recipe: Greyhound

Boozy Dole Whip

dole whip in a glass bowl next to a pineapple.
Boozy Dole Whip. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Indulge in a Boozy Dole Whip to sweeten your Labor Day dessert, a grown-up version of the theme park favorite that captures the essence of summer.
Get the Recipe: Boozy Dole Whip

Coffee Coke Float

A glass bottle of coke is poured into a sundae glass with white and red striped straws, coffee beans and an ice cream scoop scattered round the glass.
Coffee Coke Float. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Elevate a classic Coke Float on Labor Day with a hefty scoop of coffee ice cream, and add a splash of Kahlua to make it an indulgent and adult-friendly treat.
Get the Recipe: Coffee Coke Float

Dirty Shirley Cocktail

Two dirty Shirley Temple cocktails with a jigger, a spoon and a jar of maraschino cherries.
Dirty Shirley Cocktail. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Try the Dirty Shirley, a nostalgic and adult twist on the classic Shirley Temple, perfect for sipping and celebrating Labor Day with a touch of sophistication.
Get the Recipe: Dirty Shirley Cocktail

Peach Bellini

Two peach bellinis sit on woven coasters alongside a bowl of fresh mint, a cork and its cage and a pitcher of peach juice.
Peach Bellini. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Raise a glass to summer’s end with a round of Peach Bellinis, the sweetest beverage to toast the final weekend, a delightful choice for a Labor Day brunch.
Get the Recipe: Peach Bellini

Blue Margaritas

A blue drink with ice and a gold spoon.
Blue Margaritas. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Lift your spirits on the last weekend of summer with Blue Margaritas, adding a burst of color and orange-flavored liqueur to this classic cocktail for a vibrant toast.
Get the Recipe: Blue Margaritas

Frozen Mojito

Frozen Mojitos alongside herb sprigs and green and white striped straws.
Frozen Mojito. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Blend up a refreshing Frozen Mojito to cool down on the final summer days, a delightful choice for Labor Day relaxation and celebration.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Mojito

Watermelon Mimosa

Two watermelon mimosas on black coasters.
Watermelon Mimosa. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Beat the summer heat one last time with a refreshing Watermelon Mimosa, blending juicy watermelon with bubbly champagne for a vibrant Labor Day drink.
Get the Recipe: Watermelon Mimosa

Pink Champagne Cocktail

Clear liquid is poured into a pink bubbly cocktail with another pink cocktail and candy garnishes behind.
Pink Champagne Cocktail. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Toast to special moments and the end of summer with the Pink Champagne Cocktail, a dazzling drink fit for dancing the night away on Labor Day.
Get the Recipe: Pink Champagne Cocktail

Vodka Lemonade

A glass of lemonade with a slice of lemon.
Vodka Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Raise your glass to the ultimate summer refresher, the Vodka Lemonade cocktail, perfectly balanced between sweet-and-sour lemon, a fitting sip for Labor Day.
Get the Recipe: Vodka Lemonade

Gin & Tonic

Two gin cocktails sit side by side on a white surface. A whole lime, fresh herb sprigs and gold cocktail jigger sit surrounding the glasses.
Gin & Tonic. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Savor the classic and refreshing Gin & Tonic as you bid farewell to summer, enjoying its crispness on Labor Day, whether relaxing or celebrating.
Get the Recipe: Gin & Tonic

Guava Mimosa

Guava mimosas garnished with mint leaves sit in stemless champagne flutes on gray coasters. A black bottle of champagne is visible in the background with the cork and cage laying alongside with additional mint leaves
Guava Mimosa. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Immerse yourself in the exotic and aromatic flavors of guava on Labor Day with a Guava Mimosa, a captivating mimosa experience for a delightful celebration.
Get the Recipe: Guava Mimosa

Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri

Two frozen strawberry daiquiris on a gold tray.
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Beat the heat on the last weekend of summer with Frozen Strawberry Daiquiris, a delightful blend of fresh berries and rum, a perfect way to toast the season’s farewell.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri

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