These big-batch cocktails are perfect for entertaining a crowd.

Blaine Moats

Greet your guests with cocktails that are beautiful and flavorful (and pre-made) from a pitcher!

You’ll discover perfected classics and exciting new ideas that are ideal for hosting a crowd.

peach aperol punch pitcher cocktail

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Sangria

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Sangria

No collection of cocktails for a crowd would be complete without a ruby-red sangria recipe.

And with its 12-serving yield, it’s perfect for a crowd.

Apposta Cocktail

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Big-Batch Margaritas

Some guests love inventivecraft cocktails, others prefer sticking with the tried-and-true.

For the latter crowd, choose a classic pitcher cocktail recipe such as this traditionalmargarita.

If you’re expecting a more adventurous group,tweak the recipewith freshwatermelon juice.

Mexican Margaritas

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But with this cocktail pitcher recipe, we’ve refreshed the combo with strawberries and lemon.

Muddled mint adds a cooling touchit’s perfect for a hot summer day.

This also prevents the cocktail from diluting as the “ice” melts.

Bourbon-Strawberry Smash

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Peach Aperol Punch

A full pound of fresh summerpeachesmarks the start of this pitcher cocktail recipe.

Simmer the peaches with basil and sugar to create a sweet puree.

We recommend this Pumpkin Spice White Russian which brings the favorite trendingpumpkin flavorinto your hosting repertoire.

Watermelon Margaritas

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Lone Ranger Cocktail

Rachel Marek.

It’s a great party drink that can be enjoyed almost any time all year long.

Peach Aperol Punch in short glass with pitcher

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bourbon slush

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pumpkin spice white russian in cocktail glass with ice

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lone ranger cocktail

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