We love cooking, we occasionally do it completely sober (well, glass of wine in hand while dancing to the radio), but preparing party foods should definitely be done with a little extra alcohol both in hand and in the ingredients. So here’s a look at 27 simple boozy recipes to add a little zip to any sized shindig, whether BBQ-ing in the garden or sitting at the table (like proper grown-ups).
So eat, drink and be merry!
Savoury
Whisky Glazed Ribs
A great way to sweeten up those spare ribs from HouseAndGarden.co.uk. A simple and quick marinade with a little added kick.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Beer Can Chicken
We love DJ BBQ! Here he demonstrates a brilliantly simple way of getting a really succulent chicken on the BBQ.

Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Margarita Chicken Quesadilla with Margarita Guacamole
Adding a little Mexicana fantastic chicken quesadillas. It’s easier than it sounds and tastes superb.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Drunken French Toast
SmittenKitchen.com share the ideal fancy breakfast after a hen night out. A subtle hair of the dog to get the day started.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Champagne Chicken
This is proper home cooking but don’t let that scare you off, the results are a truly decadent dish to share with friends.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Vodka Cranberry Sauce
Liven up your turkey with cranberry’s natural partner in crime, using this recipe from DeliciousMagazine.co.uk.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Tequila & Lime Glazed Grilled Chicken
Chicken is such a versatile meat and goes down well at any occasion, add a little tequila and you’ve got yourself a fiesta.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Chipotle Beef Beer Chili
Another recipe that has a South American flavour, this time with added beer and chipotle chilies.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Boozy Chicken
Chicken with a cheeky boozy twist. What’s not to love?
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Bloody Mary Burgers
The clever chefs at Waitrose created this great recipe to give your BBQ a grown-up feel.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!
Boozy Beef Stew
A proper winter warmer cooked in a single pot, ideal for a slow cooker.
Difficulty Rating
Easy Peasy | Some Skills | Cordon Bennet!