This list includes 65 Drinks that start with C, from “Cabernet Sauvignon” to “Curacao”. It covers alcoholic and non‑alcoholic items used for sipping, mixing, cooking, and refreshment worldwide. You’ll see familiar brands, regional specialties, and popular cocktail ingredients.

Drinks that start with C are beverages whose common names begin with the letter C. Many have deep cultural roots or global popularity, such as the widely known wine “Cabernet Sauvignon.”

Below you’ll find the table with Alcohol content, Country of origin, and Primary ingredients.

Alcohol content: Shows the typical alcohol percentage or “non-alcoholic”, so you can filter drinks by strength or suitability.

Country of origin: Lists the primary country associated with each drink, helping you explore regional flavors and culinary traditions.

Primary ingredients: Names the main ingredients in short form, so you can decide if a drink fits your recipe or taste.

Drinks that start with C

Name Alcohol content Country of origin Primary ingredients Description
Coffee non-alcoholic Ethiopia roasted coffee beans, water Brewed beverage from roasted coffee beans, globally consumed hot or cold, with countless preparations and flavors.
Cappuccino non-alcoholic Italy espresso, steamed milk, milk foam Classic Italian espresso drink topped with thick milk foam, often enjoyed at breakfast.
Cafe au lait non-alcoholic France brewed coffee, steamed milk French-style coffee with equal parts brewed coffee and hot milk, simple and comforting.
Cold brew non-alcoholic Japan coffee, water Coffee steeped in cold water for many hours, yielding a smooth, low-acidity brew.
Cortado non-alcoholic Spain espresso, steamed milk Small espresso “cut” with a similar amount of warm milk to reduce bitterness.
Cafe de olla non-alcoholic Mexico coffee, cinnamon, piloncillo Traditional Mexican spiced coffee brewed in a clay pot with cinnamon and unrefined sugar.
Chai non-alcoholic India black tea, spices, milk Spiced milk tea from India, typically with cardamom, cinnamon, ginger and cloves.
Chai latte non-alcoholic India black tea, spices, steamed milk Western-style milky chai beverage, sweeter and frothier than traditional chai.
Chamomile tea non-alcoholic Egypt chamomile flowers, water Gentle herbal infusion known for its floral aroma and calming properties.
Cocoa non-alcoholic Mexico cocoa, milk, sugar Warm chocolate drink made from cocoa or chocolate mixed with milk and sugar.
Chocolate milk non-alcoholic United States milk, cocoa, sugar Sweet milk flavored with cocoa, popular as a snack or post-workout drink.
Coconut water non-alcoholic Philippines young coconut water Naturally hydrating clear liquid from young coconuts, slightly sweet and electrolyte-rich.
Coconut milk non-alcoholic Thailand coconut flesh, water Creamy liquid extracted from grated coconut, used as a beverage and in cooking.
Cranberry juice non-alcoholic United States cranberries, water, sugar Tart red juice often consumed alone or used as a mixer in cocktails.
Carrot juice non-alcoholic United States carrots, water Sweet, nutrient-rich juice made from fresh carrots, served fresh or blended.
Celery juice non-alcoholic United States celery Trendy fresh-pressed juice made solely from celery stalks.
Cucumber juice non-alcoholic India cucumber, water Light, refreshing juice often used in cooling drinks and smoothies.
Cola non-alcoholic United States carbonated water, sugar, flavorings Carbonated soft drink originally flavored with kola nut and spices; many brands exist.
Coca-Cola non-alcoholic United States carbonated water, sugar, flavorings, caffeine Iconic American cola soft drink introduced in 1886, known worldwide.
Cream soda non-alcoholic United States carbonated water, sugar, vanilla flavor Sweet, vanilla-forward soft drink with a creamy aroma and smooth finish.
Club soda non-alcoholic United States carbonated water, minerals Sparkling water with added minerals used as a mixer or palate cleanser.
Cider 5% England fermented apple juice Fermented apple beverage ranging from dry to sweet; popular in many apple-growing regions.
Champagne 12% France Chardonnay, Pinot Noir grapes, yeast Sparkling wine from the Champagne region, made by the traditional method.
Chardonnay 13% France Chardonnay grapes Versatile white wine grape producing styles from buttery to crisp.
Cabernet Sauvignon 13.5% France Cabernet Sauvignon grapes Full-bodied red wine grape famous for structured, tannic wines.
Chianti 13% Italy Sangiovese grapes Classic Tuscan red wine known for bright cherry flavors and savory notes.
Cava 11.5% Spain Macabeo, Xarel·lo, Parellada grapes Spanish sparkling wine produced by the traditional method, often value-driven.
Cognac 40% France distilled white wine, oak aging Brandy distilled in Cognac region and aged in oak, elegant and aromatic.
Calvados 40% France apples, fermentation, distillation Apple brandy from Normandy, matured in oak barrels.
Cachaca 38% Brazil fermented sugarcane juice Brazil’s signature spirit, the base of the caipirinha cocktail.
Campari 25% Italy bitter herbs, citrus peels, alcohol Bitter, aromatic Italian aperitif used in Negronis and spritzes.
Chartreuse 40% France herbs, alcohol, sugar Complex herbal liqueur made by Carthusian monks in green and yellow styles.
Cointreau 40% France orange peels, sugar, neutral spirit Clear triple sec orange liqueur used in many classic cocktails.
Curacao 20% Curacao Laraha orange peels, sugar, alcohol Orange-flavored liqueur originating from Curaçao island, available in several colors.
Caipirinha 38% Brazil cachaça, lime, sugar Brazil’s national cocktail, muddled lime with cachaça and sugar.
Caipiroska 35% Brazil vodka, lime, sugar Vodka-based variant of the caipirinha, simple and citrusy.
Cuba Libre 15% Cuba rum, cola, lime Rum mixed with cola and lime; a variation of rum and Coke with citrus.
Cosmopolitan 20% United States vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, lime Pink, citrusy cocktail popularized in the 1990s with a tart finish.
Clover Club 20% United States gin, raspberry, lemon, egg white Pre-Prohibition cocktail with raspberry sweetness and a frothy top.
Corpse Reviver 30% United Kingdom gin, Cointreau, lemon, absinthe rinse Family of classic “hair of the dog” cocktails, bright and restorative.
Caesar 10% Canada vodka, Clamato, hot sauce, Worcestershire Canadian Bloody Mary variant made with Clamato tomato-clam juice and spices.
Carajillo 20% Spain espresso, brandy or Licor 43 Spanish coffee drink pairing hot espresso with a measure of liqueur or brandy.
Champurrado non-alcoholic Mexico masa, chocolate, milk, cinnamon Thick Mexican hot chocolate-style drink made with masa for a hearty texture.
Chicha 2% Peru maize, water, sugar Traditional Andean maize beverage, fermented in some regions and served fresh in others.
Chicha morada non-alcoholic Peru purple corn, pineapple, cinnamon, sugar Sweet, spiced Peruvian drink made from purple corn and fruit.
Canelazo 12% Ecuador aguardiente, cinnamon, panela Warm Andean spiced drink often served at festivals and chilly evenings.
Coffee liqueur 20% Mexico coffee, sugar, spirit Sweet, coffee-flavored liqueur used in many cocktails and desserts.
Creme de menthe 25% France mint, sugar, alcohol Sweet mint liqueur available green or clear, used in desserts and cocktails.
Creme de cassis 20% France blackcurrant, sugar, alcohol Dark red, sweet liqueur from Burgundy used in kir and other drinks.
Campari Spritz 9% Italy Campari, prosecco, soda Bitter-apertif spritz combining Campari with sparkling wine and soda, refreshing and bitter-sweet.
Chambord 16.5% France raspberries, blackberries, cognac, vanilla Luxurious French raspberry liqueur used in cocktails and desserts.
Chhaang 4% Nepal barley or millet, water, yeast Traditional Himalayan fermented drink similar to beer, served warm or cold.
Chrysanthemum tea non-alcoholic China chrysanthemum flowers, water Light floral infusion popular across East Asia, often served chilled or hot.
Cafe bombon non-alcoholic Spain espresso, sweetened condensed milk Spanish coffee treat layering strong espresso over sweetened condensed milk.
Cafe Cubano non-alcoholic Cuba espresso, sugar Sweet Cuban-style espresso, often brewed until frothy and sugary.
Caffe corretto 15% Italy espresso, grappa or sambuca Espresso “corrected” with a splash of hard liquor for a warming kick.
Caffe frappe non-alcoholic Greece instant coffee, water, milk, sugar Iced frothy coffee drink invented in Greece, shaken or blended to foam.
Claret 12.5% France Bordeaux red grapes British term for red wines from Bordeaux, typically medium-bodied and dry.
Carmenere 13% Chile Carmenere grapes Red wine variety associated strongly with Chile, known for soft tannins and herbal notes.
Coffee milk non-alcoholic United States coffee syrup, milk Sweet milk drink flavored with coffee syrup; a Rhode Island specialty.
Clerico 8% Argentina wine, chopped fruit, sugar South American fruit-and-wine punch similar to sangria, served chilled.
Coffee tonic non-alcoholic Denmark espresso, tonic water Refreshing combination of espresso poured over tonic water and ice.
Corona 4.5% Mexico water, barley, hops, yeast Light Mexican pale lager widely exported and served with a lime wedge.
Coors 4.2% United States water, barley, hops, yeast American lager brand known for easy-drinking pale beers.
Carlsberg 5% Denmark malted barley, hops, yeast, water International Danish brewery producing lagers and pilsners enjoyed globally.

Descriptions

Coffee
Cappuccino
Cafe au lait
Cold brew
Cortado
Cafe de olla
Chai
Chai latte
Chamomile tea
Cocoa
Chocolate milk
Coconut water
Coconut milk
Cranberry juice
Carrot juice
Celery juice
Cucumber juice
Cola
Coca-Cola
Cream soda
Club soda
Cider
Champagne
Chardonnay
Cabernet Sauvignon
Chianti
Cava
Cognac
Calvados
Cachaca
Campari
Chartreuse
Cointreau
Curacao
Caipirinha
Caipiroska
Cuba Libre
Cosmopolitan
Clover Club
Corpse Reviver
Caesar
Carajillo
Champurrado
Chicha
Chicha morada
Canelazo
Coffee liqueur
Creme de menthe
Creme de cassis
Campari Spritz
Chambord
Chhaang
Chrysanthemum tea
Cafe bombon
Cafe Cubano
Caffe corretto
Caffe frappe
Claret
Carmenere
Coffee milk
Clerico
Coffee tonic
Corona
Coors
Carlsberg
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