How to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails

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If you love the idea of serving a fruity cocktail at your next party, make a large batch of sex on the beach! Since the cocktail relies on a simple ratio of vodka, orange juice, cranberry juice, and peach schnapps, it's easy to fill a pitcher. Then, let your guests fill their glasses with ice and pour their own drinks. You could even set up a fruity garnishing station!

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1 ⁄ 2 cup (120 ml) of peach schnapps
  • Ice for serving
  • Sliced oranges or maraschino cherries for garnish

Makes 8 cocktails

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Making the Cocktails

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  1. Get out a pitcher that holds at least 5 cups (1,200 ml) of liquid. Place it in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before you want to serve the cocktails. [1]
    • Using a chilled pitcher keeps the cocktails cooler for longer.
    • If you have space in the fridge or freezer, place the cocktail glasses in there to chill as well.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails
    Remove the pitcher from the fridge 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. Although the liquids should mix on their own, you could stir them with a long spoon if you like. [2]
    • Since you're using a lot of fruit juice, you can use an inexpensive vodka for the drinks.
    • For smoother cocktails, use pulp-free orange juice.
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  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails
    Fill an ice bucket and set it near the pitcher of sex on the beach. Then, set out up to 8 highball glasses. Tell your guests to fill their glass with ice and pour the cocktail over it.
    • It's important to set the ice on the side instead of in the pitcher since the cubes would dilute the drinks too much.
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails
    Although orange slices and maraschino cherries are classic sex on the beach garnishes, you could put out a variety of sliced fruit. For example, let your guests choose from: [3]
    • Orange slices
    • Thinly sliced pineapple
    • Sliced star fruit
    • Mango slices
    • Lemon or lime twists

    Tip: To make the drinks even more fun, set out cocktail umbrellas!

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Trying Variations

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails
    If there will be kids at your party or people who don't drink alcohol, mix a pitcher of sex on the beach that doesn't have alcohol. All you need to mix together is: [4]
    • 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups (350 ml) of lemon-lime soda
    • 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups (350 ml) of orange juice
    • 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups (350 ml) of cranberry juice
    • 1 ⁄ 2 cup (120 ml) of peach nectar or juice

    Tip: Remember to label the pitchers so your guests know which one contains alcohol.

  2. One of the easiest ways to customize the flavor of sex on the beach cocktails is to use something other than peach schnapps. Try using 1 ⁄ 4 cup (59 ml) of melon liqueur with 1 ⁄ 4 cup (59 ml) of Chambord, for a fruitier drink. You could also substitute the schnapps with: [5]
    • Coconut rum liqueur
    • Apple schnapps
    • Cherry liqueur
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails
    To give your cocktails a slightly different flavor, use pineapple juice. Although you could try other fruit juices in place of the orange juice, the juice needs to be slightly acidic to balance out the sweet peach schnapps. [6]
    • If you prefer sweeter cocktails, use your favorite juice even though these won't be traditional sex on the beach cocktails. Try the cocktails with pomegranate juice, grape juice, or lemonade, for instance.
  4. Vodka is known for being a strong alcohol that's flavorless. If you'd like your cocktails to have a warmer, richer flavor, use your favorite rum or tequila. For even more flavor, try a spiced rum. [7]
    • If you're not sure if you'll like the substitution, play around with using half vodka and half rum or tequila.
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Pitcher of Sex on the Beach Cocktails
    Instead of putting all of the ingredients into a pitcher, pour them in a blender and add 2 cups (280 g) of ice. Put the lid on the blender and blend the mixture until all of the ice is crushed and the slushie mixture is smooth. [8]
    • Keep in mind that slushie cocktails melt faster than traditional sex on the beach cocktails.
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    I want the alcohol in the pitcher to look separated. How do I do that?
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    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.
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    After Sex on the Beach is mixed and refrigerated, how long will it stay good?
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    It will separate over time, but it can stay refrigerated for a few days and still remain "fresh."
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    Can I freeze this cocktail in a bucket and scoop it out to serve?
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    Yes, you most certainly can. Just don't add ice cubes. And make sure you store it upright, and for at least 12 hours.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Pitcher that holds at least 5 cups (1,200 ml) of liquid
      • Highball glasses
      • Ice bucket
      • Spoon, optional

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.liquor.com/recipes/sex-on-the-beach/
      2. ↑ https://www.liquor.com/recipes/sex-on-the-beach/
      3. ↑ https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/easy-cocktail-garnish-ideas/
      4. ↑ https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/57284/sparkling-sex-on-the-beach/
      5. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sex-on-the-beach-recipe2-1959154
      6. ↑ https://www.liquor.com/recipes/sex-on-the-beach/#gs.k86dia
      7. ↑ https://www.supercall.com/recipe/vodka-tequila-sex-on-the-beach
      8. ↑ https://www.supercall.com/recipe/frozen-sex-on-the-beach-recipe

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      If you want to serve a fruity cocktail at your next get together, make a pitcher of sex on the beach. Start by getting a pitcher that can hold at least 5 cups of liquid. Pour equal parts vodka, orange juice, cranberry juice, and peach schnapps into the pitcher and stir the mixture well. Then, fill an ice bucket and set it and some glasses next to the pitcher. To finish off your cocktail, set out garnishes, like orange slices, maraschino cherries, mango slices, or lemon twists. To learn how to substitute rum or tequila for your sex on the beach cocktail, keep reading!

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