Shower Season Cocktails and Mocktails
May officially kicks off one of the most celebratory times of the year. Bridal showers, baby showers, graduation parties, backyard brunches, patio happy hours and suddenly every weekend feels like a reason to gather with your favorite people and raise a glass.
And honestly? The drinks table deserves just as much attention as the charcuterie board.
Whether you’re planning an elegant bridal brunch, a sunny baby shower, or a casual evening on the deck with friends, a signature drink instantly makes the event feel more memorable. Even better? Having both cocktails and mocktails means everyone gets something festive to sip.
So we rounded up five seriously fun drink recipes that are easy to make, beautiful to serve, and guaranteed to get guests asking, “Wait…what’s in this?!”
The Barker Company Espresso Martini
The Barker Company Espresso Martini was created by renowned fashion photographer,
filmmaker, and television personality Nigel Barker — best known for his longtime role on
America’s Next Top Model — alongside beverage industry veteran Philippe Roederer.
Inspired by Barker’s cocktail-focused show Shaken & Stirred, the brand was designed
to bring a true bartender-quality espresso martini experience into the home. Made with
100% Colombian espresso, six-times distilled premium vodka, and caramelized brown
sugar, the cocktail is rich, smooth, balanced, and intentionally crafted to avoid being
overly sweet. At 20% ABV, it delivers the bold flavor and texture of a real espresso
martini, complete with the signature frothy crema top when shaken properly.
Ingredients
3 oz The Barker Company Espresso Martini
Ice
3 espresso beans for garnish
Instructions
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add 3 oz of The Barker Company Espresso Martini.
3. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to create the signature frothy top.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass or coupe glass.
5. Garnish with three espresso beans placed gently on top of the foam.
6. Serve immediately for an elegant cocktail presentation perfect for entertaining.
The Barker Company Cappuccino Martini
The Barker Company Cappuccino Martini takes the classic espresso martini experience
and gives it a creamier, more indulgent twist. Created by Nigel Barker and Philippe
Roederer, the cocktail combines the rich coffee flavor of an espresso martini with
velvety cappuccino-inspired notes for a smoother, dessert-style finish. Made with
premium vodka, real coffee, and creamy undertones, it still maintains the elevated,
bartender-quality feel the brand is known for while offering a softer and more
approachable flavor profile. The result is a sophisticated after-dinner cocktail that feels
luxurious but incredibly easy to serve at home.
Ingredients
3 oz The Barker Company Cappuccino Martini
Ice
Light dusting of cocoa powder or cinnamon
3 espresso beans for garnish
Instructions
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add 3 oz of The Barker Company Cappuccino Martini.
3. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled and frothy.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass or coupe glass.
5. Lightly dust the top with cocoa powder or cinnamon.
6. Garnish with three espresso beans and serve immediately for a creamy, elevated
cocktail experience.
Kickled Mary Bloody Mary with Gray Duck Vodka
This Minnesota-made Bloody Mary brings together two locally founded brands for a
cocktail that’s bold, savory, and perfect for brunch or summer entertaining. Kickled Mary
Bloody Mary Mix has built a loyal following for its balanced blend of tomato, pickle brine,
spice, and tangy flavor that delivers a classic Bloody Mary taste with extra depth and
brightness. Paired with Gray Duck Vodka — the Minnesota-founded vodka brand
launched by Jerry Schulz and Mark Cotter, with former Minnesota Vikings linebacker
Chad Greenway as a partner and face of the brand — the cocktail feels elevated,
approachable, and distinctly Midwest. Made with Minnesota corn, Gray Duck Vodka is
exceptionally smooth and clean, helping balance the savory spice of the mix for a
Bloody Mary that’s crisp, flavorful, and easy to customize with garnishes.
Ingredients
2 oz Gray Duck Vodka
4 oz Kickled Mary Bloody Mary Mix
Ice
Celery stalk
Pickle spear
Lemon wedge
Optional: olives, cheese cube, bacon, or mini dill pickle skewer
Instructions
1. Fill a tall glass with ice.
2. Add 2 oz of Gray Duck Vodka.
3. Pour in 4 oz of Kickled Mary Bloody Mary Mix.
4. Stir gently until well combined and chilled.
5. Garnish with a celery stalk, pickle spear, and lemon wedge.
6. Add additional garnishes like olives, cheese cubes, bacon, or pickled vegetables
for an elevated brunch-style presentation.
7. Serve immediately for a bold and refreshing cocktail perfect for spring and
summer gatherings.
Mary’s Select Summer Bloom Spritz
Woody Creek Distillers’ Mary’s Select Gin is a vibrant botanical gin inspired by co-
founder and CEO Mary Scanlan and crafted with rhubarb, elderflower, yuzu, citrus peel,
and butterfly pea flower, which gives the gin its striking indigo color. The butterfly pea
flower naturally transforms when citrus is added, creating a beautiful lavender-pink hue
in the glass that makes this cocktail especially eye-catching for summer entertaining
and live television. Bright citrus, soft florals, and light bubbles make this cocktail
refreshing, approachable, and easy to sip on a hot summer day while still feeling
elevated and unique.
Ingredients
2 oz Woody Creek Mary’s Select Gin
¾ oz elderflower liqueur
¾ oz fresh lemon juice
Sparkling rosé or sparkling water
Ice
Lemon wheel
Edible flower or fresh lavender sprig
Instructions
1. Fill a wine glass or large stemmed glass with ice.
2. Add Mary’s Select Gin, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.
3. Top with sparkling rosé or sparkling water.
4. Stir gently to combine.
5. Garnish with a lemon wheel and edible flower or lavender sprig.
6. Serve immediately for a bright, floral summer cocktail with a beautiful color-
changing effect.
Dapper Barons RTD Old Fashioned
Dapper Barons has created a premium ready-to-drink Old Fashioned that delivers the
experience of a true craft cocktail without the work behind the bar. Made with Kentucky
bourbon, their own Minnesota-made triple sec and amaretto, plus genuine bitters, it’s
rich, spirit-forward, and surprisingly smooth while still being zero sugar. Unlike many
canned cocktails that lean sweet or watered down, this one drinks much closer to a
bartender-made Old Fashioned, with notes of orange peel, warm bourbon, subtle
cherry, and spice.
Using naturally derived sugar alcohols and plant-based sweeteners instead of artificial
sweeteners, Dapper Barons keeps the cocktail balanced and flavorful while still
containing zero grams of sugar. It offers a lower-sugar option for consumers who still
want the bold flavor and elevated experience of a classic Old Fashioned without
sacrificing taste or quality.
Ingredients
2 oz Dapper Barons RTD Old Fashioned
1 large clear ice cube
1 fresh orange peel
1 premium bourbon cherry
Instructions
1. Place a large clear ice cube into a heavy rocks glass.
2. Pour 2 oz of Dapper Barons RTD Old Fashioned over the ice.
3. Express the orange peel over the drink to release the oils, then rub it around the
rim of the glass.
4. Add the orange peel to the glass.
5. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry on a cocktail pick.
6. Serve immediately for a simple but elevated cocktail presentation perfect for
spring and summer entertaining.
Goodmellow Glow Functional Beverage
Goodmellow Glow is the non-THC functional beverage line from Goodmellow, created
for consumers who want the ritual and refreshment of a social drink without alcohol or
cannabis. Crafted with adaptogens, botanicals, and functional ingredients like
Ashwagandha, GABA, L-Theanine, and mushroom blends including Lion’s Mane,
Reishi, and Cordyceps, Glow is designed to support relaxation, mood balance, and
mental clarity while still tasting bright and refreshing. Created by Brandon Hanson and
the Goodmellow team, the beverage reflects the growing “mindful drinking” movement,
where consumers are looking for elevated alternatives to both alcohol and sugary soft
drinks. With sophisticated flavor profiles like Strawberry Hibiscus and White Peach Tea,
Glow feels closer to a crafted mocktail or wellness spritz than a traditional sparkling
water.
Ingredients
1 can Goodmellow Glow Functional Beverage
Ice
Lemon wheel or peach slice
Optional: edible flower garnish
Instructions
1. Fill a wine glass or tall glass with ice.
2. Pour the chilled Goodmellow Glow beverage over the ice.
3. Garnish with a lemon wheel, peach slice, or edible flower.
4. Serve immediately for a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage perfect for warm-
weather entertaining, wellness-focused gatherings, or sober-curious consumers.
Goodmellow Fade THC Beverage
Goodmellow Fade is part of the growing wave of functional THC beverages designed to
offer a social, alcohol-free alternative that still helps consumers relax and unwind.
Created by Brandon Hanson — co-founder of Hanson of Sonoma Distillery —
Goodmellow blends hemp-derived THC with adaptogens, botanicals, and functional
ingredients to create a lighter, more balanced experience than traditional cannabis
products. Fade is designed for deeper relaxation and a more full-bodied effect,
combining THC with CBD and CBG alongside ingredients like Ashwagandha, GABA, L-
Theanine, and functional mushrooms including Lion’s Mane, Reishi, and Cordyceps.
The result is a mellow, calming beverage experience without alcohol or the next-day
hangover. Flavor options like Strawberry Hibiscus, White Peach Tea, Meyer Lemon
Elderflower, and Grapefruit Habanero feel elevated and cocktail-inspired rather than
overly sweet or artificial.
Ingredients
1 can Goodmellow Fade THC Beverage
Ice
Citrus wheel or fresh berry garnish
Optional: edible flower or fresh mint sprig
Instructions
1. Fill a stemmed wine glass or highball glass with ice.
2. Pour the chilled Goodmellow Fade beverage over the ice.
3. Garnish with a citrus wheel, fresh berries, or edible flower for an elevated
presentation.
4. Serve immediately as a refreshing alcohol-free social beverage perfect for
summer gatherings and mindful drinking occasions.