Dreamy Cotton Candy Cocktails That You Should Try Once

Who says cotton candy is just for kids? It's time to elevate your cocktail game with a touch of whimsy and a burst of fun. Cotton candy cocktails are colorful, sweet, and absolutely sure to be the star of any party. So, get ready to weave a fun buzz into your childhood memories with these cotton candy cocktails that you need to try at least once!

5 Fun Cotton Candy Cocktails

0. Cotton Candy Martini
0. Cotton Candy Champagne
0. Cotton Candy Margarita
0. Cotton Candy Cosmopolitan
0. Cotton Candy Daiquiri

Also Read: 8 Best Daiquiri Cocktail Recipes

1. Cotton Candy Martini

Photo Credit: Pinterest / m.cookingchanneltv.comThis cocktail is like a carnival in a glass. The cotton candy dissolves into the drink, adding a touch of magical sweetness and a beautiful pink hue. Each sip is a dance of flavors, with the smoothness of vodka balancing perfectly with the sugary goodness of the cotton candy. It's the perfect cocktail for those who love a little bit of extra sweetness in their life. Sip it slowly and let the carnival come to you.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of vodka
• 1 oz. of cranberry juice
• 1 oz. of pineapple juice
• A small handful of cotton candy

How To Make Cotton Candy Martini

0. In a shaker, combine vodka, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice with ice.
0. Shake well until chilled.
0. Place a small handful of cotton candy in a martini glass.
0. Strain the mixture into the glass, pouring it over the cotton candy.

2. Cotton Candy Champagne

Photo Credit: Pinterest / mybartender.comYou know what’s as fun as cotton candy? Bubbles! You know what’s better than bubbles or cotton candy? Bubble AND cotton candy! The Cotton Candy Champagne is  a light, airy, and sophisticated drink that combines the bubbliness of champagne with the colorfulness of cotton candy. If a Rosé is too out of pocket for you, the Cotton Candy Champagne can be a somewhat affordable replacement (don’t be picky with the flavors now. Beggars can’t be choosers)! Perfect for celebrations, this cocktail adds a dash of fun to any occasion, making every sip feel like a special toast to happiness.

Ingredients

• Champagne or sparkling wine
• Cotton candy

How To Make Cotton Candy Champagne

0. Place a small piece of cotton candy in a champagne flute.
0. Pour champagne or sparkling wine over the cotton candy.
0. Let the cotton candy dissolve and serve immediately.

3. Cotton Candy Margarita

Who says Margaritas can't have a little fun? This vibrant cocktail combines the tangy kick of a classic Margarita with the sweet, fluffy delight of cotton candy. Each sip is a fiesta of flavors, with the cotton candy adding a finish that makes this Margarita stand out from the crowd.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of tequila
• 1 oz. of lime juice
• 1 oz. of triple sec
• A small handful of cotton candy
• Lime wheel for garnish
• Salt for rimming the glass

How To Make Cotton Candy Margarita

0. Rim a glass with salt, and set aside.
0. In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and triple sec with ice. Shake the mixture well until chilled.
0. Place a small handful of cotton candy in the glass.
0. Strain the mixture into the glass, pouring it over the cotton candy.
0. Garnish with a lime wheel and enjoy!

4. Cotton Candy Cosmopolitan

Photo Credit: Pinterest / dulcetscintilla.comThe Cotton Candy Cosmopolitan takes Sex And The City, gives it some cotton candy, and shakes it till it turns into a Barbie drink. The combination of vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice, along with cotton candy, creates an evening party version of the Pink Drink (watch out, coffee mermaids)! The tartness of the cranberry and lime is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the cotton candy, creating a drink that's both elegant and fun.

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of vodka
• 1 oz. of cranberry juice
• 0.5 oz. of lime juice
• 0.5 oz. of triple sec
• A small handful of cotton candy
• Lime twist for garnish

How To Make Cotton Candy Margarita

0. In a shaker, combine vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and triple sec with ice. Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
0. Place the cotton candy in a cocktail glass.
0. Strain the mixture over the cotton candy.
0. Use a lime twist to garnish and enjoy!

5. Cotton Candy Daiquiri

This drink is the cocktail equivalent of enjoying some cotton candy under the shade of a coconut tree on a tropical beach. What’s even better is that you can enjoy this experience from the comfort of your home! No annoying children, sweating in the heat, or noisy crowds. The classic flavors of rum, lime, and sugar that create a Daiquiri are taken to the next level with the sugary, fluffy addition. The result is a drink that's a sweet, tangy, tropical escape. Bring this one out at your next summer party or whenever you need an alcoholic hit of childhood nostalgia!

Ingredients

• 2 oz. of white rum
• 1 oz. of lime juice
• 0.75 oz. of simple syrup
• A handful of cotton candy
• Lime wheel for garnish

How To Make Cotton Candy Daiquiri

0. In a shaker, combine white rum, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice. Shake the mixture well until chilled.
0. Place the cotton candy in a cocktail glass.
0. Strain the mixture into the glass and over the cotton candy.
0. Add a lime wheel to garnish and enjoy!

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Summing Up

To be completely honest, eating cotton candy is a fun experience irrespective of your age. It’s just that cotton candy cocktails makes the fluffy sugar clouds doubly fun. On one hand you get a hit of nostalgia, on the other you get booze, which is always a great addition to any fun experience. So go out there and indulge in some sweet, sweet nostalgia, just with a bit more “spirit”!

FAQs

What Alcohol Is Good With Cotton Candy?Vodka is a neutral spirit and can be sweetened and colored by mixing it with cotton candy. Feel free to experiment with other spirits and find combinations that work for you.What Tastes Good With Cotton Candy?Pop Rocks, mini-sugar shapes, sprinkles, chocolate shavings, crushed Oreo, crushed Graham Cracker, cereal, chopped nuts, crushed candy bars, and so many more additions can be made to enhance your cotton candy. What’s even better is that these can also be experimented with when mixing cocktails to find brand new combinations!Does Cotton Candy Melt In Alcohol?Yes, cotton candy melts in alcohol, which can be used to sweeten and color your cocktails.What Cocktail Tastes Like Candy?The Jolly Rancher cocktail tastes like candy. You can make even more cocktails that take you on a trip to candyland by using cotton candy as an ingredient.Is Champagne And Cotton Candy Good?Champagne and cotton candy are a great combo as the cotton candy can enhance the flavor of the champagne with its sweetness. Adding cotton candy to champagne also gives it a nice color and makes the bubbly drink even more so!