Grateful Dead Cocktail Recipe

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Grateful Dead cocktail combines vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and raspberry liqueur for a powerfully sweet mixed drink experience. This colorful party favorite offers the perfect balance of multiple spirits with fruity undertones, making it the ideal choice for celebrations and gatherings. The vibrant layers create an Instagram-worthy presentation that tastes as amazing as it looks.

Two glasses of grateful dead cocktail with ice on a decorated table

This Grateful Dead drink made with vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and raspberry liqueur is considered the sweeter cousin of the Long Island Iced Tea. Like that drink, this cocktail packs a considerable punch!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1
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Ingredients

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  • 1 fluid ounce tequila

  • 1 fluid ounce vodka

  • 1 fluid ounce light rum

  • 1 fluid ounce gin

  • 1 fluid ounce raspberry-flavored liqueur (such as Chambord)

  • 1 cup ice

  • 1 tablespoon sour mix

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Grateful Dead Cocktail ingredients on a counter

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  2. Combine tequila, vodka, rum, gin, and raspberry liqueur in a highball glass.

    Hand pouring orange liquid into a glass

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  3. Fill with ice and top with sour mix.

    Hand pouring yellow liquid into a glass with orange mixture and ice

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  4. Enjoy!

    Two glasses of Grateful Dead cocktail with ice on a decorated table

    Jake Sternquist / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Natalie Ghazali, Breanna Ghazali, Sue Mitchell

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

403 Calories
0g Fat
19g Carbs
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 403
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g0%
Sodium 11mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
Total Sugars 18g
Calcium 7mg1%
Potassium 4mg0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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