Break out your beads, because Mardi Gras [1] is here. The last day to consume all the deep-fried food, King Cake, and alcohol you can before Ash Wednesday arrives and Lent officially begins is almost here, which means it's time to cheers to Fat Tuesday. This year, bring the best of the Big Easy to you when you re-create the most iconic Mardi Gras drink recipes [2] from the comfort of your own kitchen. The best part is, these drinks don't come with all the chaos and mayhem you would normally experience in the streets of New Orleans at this time of year — that is, depending on how many of these you drink.
If you're ready to celebrate Fat Tuesday, these recipes are just what you need to get the party started. Complete with some of the most traditional and timeless recipes, these drinks will get you drunk on the spirit of the holiday after just one sip. From cheers-worthy French 75s to elegant sazerac cocktails, bring the celebration of Mardi Gras [3] right to your home no matter where you might be. Keep reading to see the best Mardi Gras cocktails, ahead.
Ramos Gin Fizz
Invented by a New Orleans barkeep in the 1800s, this frothy and refreshing classic is the perfect day drink. The combination of citrus, orange blossom water, and cream yields a sweet, tart, and refreshing concotion.
Get the recipe: ramos gin fizz
Bourbon Apple-Cider Punch
Add a kick to your apple cider when you whip up this boozy recipe. With only four ingredients (Champagne, apple cider, ginger ale, and bourbon), you'll be making this for more than just Fat Tuesday.
Get the recipe: bourbon apple-cider punch [5]