Learn how to make a Sex on the Beach cocktail, a fun and fruity drink featuring vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, and orange juice. Sweet, colorful, and crowd-pleasing — it’s perfect for parties, poolside hangs, or brunch with flair.
Fill a highball or hurricane glass with ice.
Add vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice, and cranberry juice.
Stir gently to mix and let the colors blend naturally.
Garnish with an orange wedge and a maraschino cherry for a bright, tropical look.
Grilled pineapple or fruit skewers
Coconut shrimp or fried calamari
Tropical salads with citrus vinaigrette
Soft cheeses with fruit preserves
Citrus sorbet or peach cobbler
Its sweet and juicy nature pairs perfectly with salty, spicy, or tropical dishes.
Want it layered? Pour the cranberry juice last to let it sink and create a color gradient.
Sub pineapple juice for orange if you like a more tropical profile.
Frozen version: Blend all ingredients with ice for a slushy treat.
Make it a pitcher cocktail by multiplying the recipe and mixing in a jug over ice.
Add a splash of grenadine for extra sweetness and visual flair.
The Sex on the Beach emerged in the 1980s, during a golden age of fruity vodka cocktails. It’s said to have been created in Florida as a marketing push for peach schnapps — and quickly became a beach bar staple thanks to its bold name and easy-drinking charm.
1 servings