Q&A for How to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails

Pour cranberry juice in, then add some ice until it is just above the cranberry juice. Then repeat with the orange juice. Fill the rest with ice, then pour your spirits slowly, directly onto an ice cube. It will layer it and look as if it is separated.

It will separate over time, but it can stay refrigerated for a few days and still remain "fresh."

Yes, you most certainly can. Just don't add ice cubes. And make sure you store it upright, and for at least 12 hours.

Peach schnapps is a specific type of spirit that's made by adding peach flavoring to a neutral grain spirit. It's usually clear and has a strong, sweet taste. It's a common ingredient in lots of different cocktails, including sex on the beach. A few popular brands include Archers, Doc Well's, Mr. Stacks, Aspen's, and Bols. Peach schnapps has a very distinctive flavor, so it can be difficult to substitute in a drink recipe if you don't have any. However, you can try using cinnamon or apricot schnapps if that's all you have.

Technically, yes. But schnapps often has a really strong, really sweet flavor, so it may not taste super great on its own. Additionally, all the extra sugar could give you a wicked hangover. But certain schnapps, such as cinnamon schnapps is sometimes served for holidays like Christmas as part of the festive atmosphere. In fact, some people believe that taking a shot of their favorite schnapps after a big meal can help settle their stomach. Some schnapps may not have a super high alcohol content, and their sweet flavor makes them a better choice as a mixer for cocktails. But in the end, there isn't really anything stopping you from drinking it by itself. If you like, you can add some seltzer water or soda to add some fizziness to the drink.

Try making a pitcher! Get out a pitcher that holds at least 5 cups (1,200 ml) and stick it in your fridge for 2 hours so it's nice and chilled, which can help keep the drink cooler for longer. Then, take out the pitcher and pour in 1 1⁄2 cups (350 ml) of vodka, 1 1⁄2 cups (350 ml) of orange juice, 1 1⁄2 cups (350 ml) of cranberry juice, and 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) of peach schnapps. Use a wooden spoon to stir them all together. When you're ready to serve up some drinks, fill an ice bucket and set it near the pitcher of sex on the beach. Then, set out up to 8 highball glasses and pour up some drinks for your guests! Traditionally, orange slices and maraschino cherries are classic sex on the beach garnishes, but you could put out a variety of sliced fruit such as pineapple, sliced star fruit, mango slices, and lemon or lime twists. To really take it to the next level, set out some cocktail umbrellas for your guests to add to their drinks.