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The Most Popular Drink Recipes of 2022

Sunny fruity drinks were our favorites.
Bright orange cocktail in coupe glasses garnished with lime twist.
Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Taneka Morris

Of the many, many recipes we publish, there are bound to be a few favorites that steal the spotlight. From seasonal show-stoppers to comforting classics, these are the recipes our readers can’t get enough of. Head right this way for all of our greatest hits.

This year’s crowd-favorite drink recipes have something for everyone. A cocktail to help you do the doo. A nonalcoholic citrus slushy. A syrupy fruit concentrate that can be added to big batches of punch. Fruity, refreshing drinks reigned supreme: As the star ingredient in three of our most-clicked recipes, mango was the move in 2022.

If you want a bite to go with your drink of choice, we’ve got you covered. Take a gander at our most popular snack recipes from 2022 (cheesy crackers included). Or for even more options, check out our new Epicurious iOS app, where thousands of recipes are waiting for you.

  • Brown drink with a lemon sitting on blue surface.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Thu Buser, Prop Styling by Nicole Louie
    1/10

    Poo Driver Cocktail

    What began as a prank is now a beloved brunch cocktail at Cafe Mutton in Hudson, NY. Who knew prune juice, lemon juice, vodka, and Fernet could be so delicious?

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  • Mango lime mocktail in a glass with tajín rim.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
    2/10

    Mango-Lime Spritzer

    The beloved snack of mangoes with lime and chili powder, reimagined as a sunny drink.

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  • Image may contain Bottle Drink Beverage Beer Alcohol and Beer Bottle
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Taneka Morris.
    3/10

    Super Summer Fruit Syrup

    Simple syrup is good. Super Summer Fruit Syrup is better and able to transform any drink into its best post-vacation summery self.

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  • Bright orange cocktail in coupe glasses garnished with lime twist.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Taneka Morris
    4/10

    Summery Sour

    A wonderfully balanced summer sipper made up of sweet peak summer peaches and mangos alongside bright citrus juice and a base spirit of your choosing.

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  • Overhead shot of a bowl of orange punch being served on a blue checkered tablecloth.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Thu Buser, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
    5/10

    Garden Party Super Punch

    If you’re looking for the most summery of punches that doesn’t overdo it on the booze, have your people call our people.

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  • Two Cucumber Agua Fresca drinks on green tile
    Photograph by Emma Fishman, food styling by Pearl Jones, prop styling by Marina Bevilacqua
    6/10

    Chile-Cucumber Agua Fresca

    Cool as a cucumber, sure, but it’s the citrus, ginger, and chile that will keep you coming back sip after sip.

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  • Adonis spritz recipe
    Photograph by Emma Fishman, food styling by Pearl Jones
    7/10

    Adonis Spritz

    This low-ABV sipper made with sherry and sweet vermouth is virtually hangover-proof.

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  • Drink on beige surface in a painted yellow background
    Photograph by Emma Fishman, food styling by Caroline Hwang, prop styling by Elizabeth Jaime.
    8/10

    Citrus Slushy

    Frozen citrus pieces make the base of this refreshing slushy that is salty and sour with a slightly spicy kick!

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  • A single glass of horchata on ice garnished with cinnamon sticks set on a green tablecloth against an orange background.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Thu Buser, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
    9/10

    Toasted Almond Horchata

    Toasting the almonds before soaking gives this creamy horchata an irresistibly roast-y flavor.

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  • Cilantro Pisco Smash recipe
    Photograph by Emma Fishman, food styling by Caroline Hwang, prop styling by Aneta Florczyk
    10/10

    Cilantro Pisco Smash

    Pisco, Peru’s iconic brandy, is aromatic, herbal, and subtly sweet—it pairs perfectly with cilantro for a bit of freshness.

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