Fruity sex on the beach cocktail to get a party started

Published: May 19, 2022 at 10:41 AM

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Serves 1

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Prep: 2 mins

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Our simple recipe for a sex on the beach cocktail requires just a handful of ingredients. This classic vodka is a citrussy serve for sunny days

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Mix up a refreshing sex on the beach cocktail, then check out our passion fruit martini, piña colada, woo woo, long island iced tea and more summer cocktail recipes. We also have more retro cocktail recipes here.

What are the ingredients in a Sex on the beach cocktail?

Sex on the beach cocktail ingredients normally comprise vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice and cranberry juice, plus crème de cassis is sometimes be added.

Where does the Sex on the beach cocktail come from?

The exact origins of this classic vodka drink are unknown, but it rose to popularity in the 1980s-90s. It is rumoured that a bartender in Florida invented the drink in 1987 in order to promote peach schnapps. Its provocative and memorable name encapsulated the spirit of the spring break, in order to stand out to young beachgoers. However, contrary to this theory, 'Sex on the beach' was also thought to already be included in the 1982 American Bartenders School Guide to Drinks.

Either way, the rich and fruity notes of this refreshing cocktail soon skyrocketed it to fame across the world. Although its popularity started dwindling from the 2000s, this tropical tipple nevertheless remains a solid staple on many cocktail menus nationwide. Our recipe shows you how to mix up your own in just a matter of minutes, so you can capture that beach feeling at home.

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Hannah GuinnessSenior sub editor and drinks writer

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