Occasions
Best Drinks for Dessert
Cocktails, mocktails and coffee cocktails and drink ideas for dessert.
258 drinks211 cocktails15 mocktails79 flavor profiles17 food pairings
Best starting points
| Drink | Flavor | Best for | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Espresso Martini | 149 | 37.8 | SweetSugar | Dessert drink |
| 2 | Mai Tai | 210 | 16.4 | SweetAlmond | Dessert drink |
| 3 | Silver Stallion Fizz | 197 | 17.4 | SparklingCream | Dessert drink |
| 4 | Pina Colada | 279 | 21.9 | CreamApple | Dessert drink |
| 5 | Stone Sour | 140 | 8.3 | SweetOrange | Dessert drink |
| 6 | Vodka Fizz | 240 | 14.2 | LimeCitrus | Dessert drink |
| 7 | Alexander Cocktail No. 2 | 225 | 20.8 | VanillaCream | Dessert drink |
| 8 | Brandy Alexander | — | — | VanillaCream | Dessert drink |
| 9 | Cole's Raspberry Cream | — | — | CreamSweet | Dessert drink |
| 10 | Grasshopper | 189 | 15.0 | SweetCream | Dessert drink |
| 11 | Grasshopper Cocktail | — | — | SweetCream | Dessert drink |
| 12 | Oreo Mudslide | — | — | VanillaCream | Dessert drink |
| 13 | Vodka Grasshopper | 226 | 21.9 | SweetCream | Dessert drink |
| 14 | Hot Chocolate to Die for | — | — | CreamVanilla | Alcohol-free |
| 15 | Hot Creamy Bush | 222 | 10.0 | VanillaCoffee | Dessert drink |
Refine these drinks
Cocktails
- Espresso MartiniDessert drinkSweetSugarCoffee
- Mai TaiDessert drinkSweetAlmondCitrus
- Silver Stallion FizzDessert drinkSparklingCreamVanilla
- Pina ColadaDessert drinkCreamApplePineapple
- Stone SourDessert drinkSweetOrangeApricot
- Vodka FizzDessert drinkLimeCitrusTart
- Alexander Cocktail No. 2Dessert drinkVanillaCreamChocolate
- Brandy AlexanderDessert drinkVanillaCreamChocolate
- Cole's Raspberry CreamDessert drinkCreamSweetRich
- GrasshopperDessert drinkSweetCreamChocolate
Beer styles
Wine styles
- SauternesWine styleSweet dessert wine for rich desserts and after-dinner serves.
- TokajiWine styleHoneyed and lush, a natural pairing for dessert occasions.
- Dessert WineWine styleBroad category covering sweet wines suited to dessert courses.
- MoscatoWine styleSweet, lightly sparkling white wine, an easy dessert pairing.
- Ice WineWine styleIntensely sweet dessert wine from cold-climate regions.
Build with
- Coffee LiqueurLiqueurFoundation of chocolate and coffee dessert cocktails.
- Creme De CacaoLiqueurChocolate liqueur used as a base in dessert cocktails.
- AmarettoLiqueurAlmond liqueur that pairs naturally with dessert drinks.
- Baileys Irish CreamLiqueurCream liqueur well suited to dessert occasions.
- PortFortified wineRuby or tawny port, a classic pairing with chocolate desserts.
Preferences
Food & flavor
- ChocolateFlavorChocolate flavour works naturally with dessert drinks.
- CoffeeFlavorCoffee-flavoured drinks are a staple dessert course option.
- VanillaFlavorVanilla is a common backbone flavour in dessert cocktails.
- CaramelFlavorRich caramel notes are well suited to dessert occasions.
- ChocolateFood pairingChocolate desserts pair naturally with chocolate-forward cocktails.
- DessertFood pairingCore food pairing context for this occasion.
Coffee cocktails
Beer styles for Dessert
Wine styles for Dessert
- SauternesWine styleSweet dessert wine for rich desserts and after-dinner serves.
- TokajiWine styleHoneyed and lush, a natural pairing for dessert occasions.
- Dessert WineWine styleBroad category covering sweet wines suited to dessert courses.
- MoscatoWine styleSweet, lightly sparkling white wine, an easy dessert pairing.
- Ice WineWine styleIntensely sweet dessert wine from cold-climate regions.
Build Dessert drinks with
- Coffee LiqueurLiqueurFoundation of chocolate and coffee dessert cocktails.
- Creme De CacaoLiqueurChocolate liqueur used as a base in dessert cocktails.
- AmarettoLiqueurAlmond liqueur that pairs naturally with dessert drinks.
- Baileys Irish CreamLiqueurCream liqueur well suited to dessert occasions.
- PortFortified wineRuby or tawny port, a classic pairing with chocolate desserts.
Preference paths for Dessert
Food and flavor matches
- ChocolateFlavorChocolate flavour works naturally with dessert drinks.
- CoffeeFlavorCoffee-flavoured drinks are a staple dessert course option.
- VanillaFlavorVanilla is a common backbone flavour in dessert cocktails.
- CaramelFlavorRich caramel notes are well suited to dessert occasions.
- ChocolateFood pairingChocolate desserts pair naturally with chocolate-forward cocktails.
- DessertFood pairingCore food pairing context for this occasion.
What drinks suit dessert?
Sweet, creamy, chocolate, coffee, fruit or liqueur-led drinks that suit dessert courses, after-dinner treats and richer end-of-meal occasions.
Dietary options
Dessert drinks — common questions
- How many drinks suit dessert?
- There are 258 drinks in the WhatDrink database suited to dessert — including 211 cocktails and 15 mocktails. Browse and filter by drink type above.
- What are the best cocktails for dessert?
- Top cocktail choices for dessert include Espresso Martini, Mai Tai, Silver Stallion Fizz. The full ranked list above shows options ordered by how well they match the occasion.
- How are drinks ranked for dessert?
- Drinks are ranked for dessert based on flavor profile, strength, drink type and typical serving context. Alcohol-free options are clearly labelled.
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Occasion suggestions are approximate and based on recipe flavour profile, ingredients and typical serving context. Actual suitability can vary by personal preference and preparation.