This list includes 52 Drinks that start with S, from “Hard Seltzer” to “Swizzle”. They span non-alcoholic sips, bottled soft drinks, brewed beverages, and many classic cocktails. You’ll find options for refreshment, cooking, entertaining, and cocktail crafting.
Drinks that start with S are beverages whose commonly recognized names begin with the letter S. Many, like Sangria and Sazerac, reflect regional traditions and travel widely across menus.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Alcohol content, Country of origin, and Primary ingredients.
Name: The beverage name helps you locate entries and match common labels, recipes, or menu listings quickly.
Alcohol content: Shows the typical alcohol percentage or “non-alcoholic” so you can filter drinks by strength or suitability.
Country of origin: Gives the primary birthplace or first documented region so you can explore cultural and regional backgrounds.
Primary ingredients: Lists the main components in short form so you can identify flavor profiles and possible allergens quickly.
Drinks that start with S
| Name | Alcohol content | Country of origin | Primary ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sake | 15% | Japan | Polished rice, water, koji mold, yeast |
| Sangria | 8–12% | Spain | Red wine, fruit, brandy, sugar |
| Scotch | 40% | Scotland | Malted barley, water, yeast |
| Sherry | 15–20% | Spain | Fortified wine, grapes |
| Sambuca | 38% | Italy | Star anise, sugar, neutral spirit |
| Sloe Gin | 26% | United Kingdom | Sloe berries, gin, sugar |
| Spritz | 10% | Italy | Prosecco, bitter liqueur (Aperol/Campari), soda |
| Sidecar | 28% | France | Cognac, orange liqueur, lemon juice |
| Screwdriver | 20% | United States | Vodka, orange juice |
| Stinger | 25% | United States | Cognac, crème de menthe |
| Singapore Sling | 20% | Singapore | Gin, cherry liqueur, Benedictine, pineapple juice |
| Sangrita | non-alcoholic | Mexico | Tomato, orange juice, chili, lime |
| Shrub | non-alcoholic | England | Vinegar, fruit, sugar |
| Soda | non-alcoholic | United States | Carbonated water, sweetener, flavoring |
| Smoothie | non-alcoholic | United States | Fruit, yogurt, milk or juice, ice |
| Shandy | 2–4% | United Kingdom | Beer, lemonade or soda |
| Stout | 5% | Ireland | Roasted barley, hops, yeast, water |
| Saison | 6.5% | Belgium | Pale malt, hops, yeast |
| Spritzer | 8% | Austria | White wine, soda water |
| Slivovitz | 40% | Balkans | Plums, yeast, water |
| Sour (cocktail family) | varies | United States | Base spirit, lemon or lime, sugar, egg white optional |
| Sparkling Water | non-alcoholic | England | Carbonated water |
| Sazerac | 40% | United States | Rye whiskey or cognac, absinthe, bitters, sugar |
| Sidra | 4–6% | Spain | Fermented apple juice |
| Sima | 0.5–1% | Finland | Honey, lemon, yeast, water |
| Shikanji | non-alcoholic | India | Lemon, water, salt, spices, sugar |
| Soju | 20% | South Korea | Rice/barley/sweet potato, water, yeast |
| Sujeonggwa | non-alcoholic | Korea | Cinnamon, ginger, dried persimmon, sugar |
| Switchel | non-alcoholic | United States | Vinegar, ginger, molasses or honey, water |
| Sex on the Beach | 15% | United States | Vodka, peach schnapps, orange and cranberry juice |
| Sea Breeze | 15% | United States | Vodka, cranberry juice, grapefruit juice |
| Salty Dog | 15% | United States | Vodka or gin, grapefruit juice, salted rim |
| Strawberry Daiquiri | 12% | Cuba | White rum, lime, strawberries, sugar |
| Silver Fizz | 12% | United Kingdom | Gin, lemon juice, sugar, egg white, soda |
| Sgroppino | 10% | Italy | Prosecco, vodka, lemon sorbet |
| Hard Seltzer | 4–6% | United States | Carbonated water, fermented sugar, flavoring |
| Shochu | 25% | Japan | Barley, sweet potato, rice |
| Shirley Temple | non-alcoholic | United States | Ginger ale or lemon-lime soda, grenadine, cherry |
| Scrumpy | 6% | United Kingdom | Unfiltered apple cider |
| Swizzle | varies | Caribbean | Rum, citrus, sugar, mint or bitters |
| Sangaree | 15–20% | Caribbean | Fortified wine or rum, sugar, bitters |
| Spanish Coffee | 20% | Spain/United States | Coffee liqueur, rum, triple sec, coffee |
| Salep | non-alcoholic | Turkey | Orchid tuber powder, milk, sugar |
| Sencha | non-alcoholic | Japan | Green tea leaves, water |
| Sarsaparilla | non-alcoholic | Americas | Sarsaparilla root, sugar, water |
| Somaek | varies | South Korea | Soju, beer |
| Soy Milk | non-alcoholic | China | Soybeans, water |
| Sugarcane Juice | non-alcoholic | Southeast Asia | Pressed sugarcane, water, lime |
| Sangria Blanca | 8–12% | Spain | White wine, fruit, brandy or liqueur |
| Som tam (drink?) | non-alcoholic | Thailand | (Note: Som tam is a salad, not a drink) |
| Smash (cocktail family) | varies | United States | Spirit, citrus, sugar, fresh herbs or fruit |
| Sima (duplicate removed) | non-alcoholic | Finland | Honey, lemon, yeast, water |
Descriptions
Sake
Traditional Japanese fermented rice wine with a clean, umami-forward flavor enjoyed hot or cold.
Sangria
Spanish punch of wine, fruit and a splash of spirit, perfect for parties and warm weather.
Scotch
Whisky from Scotland known for smoky, peaty or fruity profiles depending on region and aging.
Sherry
Fortified wine from Jerez with styles from dry fino to sweet oloroso; used in cooking and cocktails.
Sambuca
Sweet Italian anise-flavored liqueur often served neat or with coffee beans.
Sloe Gin
Fruit liqueur made by steeping sloes in gin; fruity, tart and used in cocktails.
Spritz
Light, bubbly Italian aperitif drink, widely enjoyed as Aperol Spritz.
Sidecar
Classic cognac-based cocktail with a bright citrus balance and sugar-rim option.
Screwdriver
Simple, classic highball cocktail mixing vodka with fresh orange juice.
Stinger
After-dinner cocktail pairing cognac’s warmth with minty sweetness.
Singapore Sling
Complex fruity gin cocktail invented at Raffles Hotel, famous worldwide.
Sangrita
Spicy, citrusy non-alcoholic chaser traditionally paired with tequila.
Shrub
Concentrated fruit-vinegar syrup used as a mixer or refreshing non-alcoholic drink.
Soda
Generic term for sweet, carbonated soft drinks enjoyed globally.
Smoothie
Thick blended fruit drink popular as breakfast or snack, customizable and nutritious.
Shandy
Beer mixed with lemonade or soda for a light, refreshing summer drink.
Stout
Dark, roasty beer style ranging from dry and bitter to rich and sweet.
Saison
Belgian farmhouse ale, peppery and dry with fruity esters and farmhouse yeast character.
Spritzer
Light wine-and-sparkling-water mix served as a refreshing low-ABV drink.
Slivovitz
Potent Eastern European plum brandy enjoyed neat as a digestif.
Sour (cocktail family)
Cocktail family featuring spirit + citrus and sugar, from Whiskey Sour to Pisco Sour.
Sparkling Water
Plain carbonated water, enjoyed on its own or as a mixer.
Sazerac
Historic New Orleans cocktail known for its absinthe rinse and aromatic bitters.
Sidra
Traditional Spanish cider, especially from Asturias, often served by pouring from height.
Sima
Finnish low-alcohol fermented drink served at Vappu celebrations, lightly fizzy and sweet.
Shikanji
North Indian spiced lemonade—refreshing, tangy and mildly spiced.
Soju
Popular Korean distilled spirit, smooth and often lower in ABV than many spirits.
Sujeonggwa
Traditional Korean sweet, spiced punch typically served chilled as a dessert beverage.
Switchel
Colonial American thirst-quencher, tangy and ginger-forward, often revived by craft bartenders.
Sex on the Beach
Fruity, sweet 1980s cocktail with tropical, summery flavors.
Sea Breeze
Crisp, tart vodka cocktail with red and pink fruit flavors.
Salty Dog
Simple cocktail where a salted rim amplifies tart grapefruit flavors.
Strawberry Daiquiri
Frozen or shaken rum cocktail blending fresh strawberries and bright lime.
Silver Fizz
Elegant gin fizz variation with silky egg white foam and lemony lift.
Sgroppino
Italian palate-cleanser cocktail blending prosecco and sorbet into a creamy, boozy float.
Hard Seltzer
Low-calorie alcoholic sparkling drink that grew rapidly in the 2010s.
Shochu
Japanese distilled spirit with diverse styles and regional variations.
Shirley Temple
Classic kid-friendly mocktail, bright, sweet and garnished with a maraschino cherry.
Scrumpy
Rustic English farmhouse cider, often stronger and cloudier than commercial ciders.
Swizzle
Tropical cocktail family blended with a swizzle stick; rum-forward and refreshing.
Sangaree
Historic colonial-era drink served hot or cold, ancestor of the punch family.
Spanish Coffee
Flambéed café cocktail rimmed with sugar and often topped with whipped cream.
Salep
Warm, milky Ottoman-era drink flavored with orchid-derived flour and cinnamon.
Sencha
Most common Japanese green tea, vegetal and grassy with fresh aroma.
Sarsaparilla
Traditional soft drink made from sarsaparilla root, ancestor of modern root beer.
Somaek
Popular Korean pub mix combining soju and beer, potent and easy to drink.
Soy Milk
Plant-based milk with a creamy texture used plain or in coffee and cooking.
Sugarcane Juice
Fresh-squeezed tropical juice, sweet and commonly sold by street vendors.
Sangria Blanca
White-wine variant of sangria, lighter and fruit-forward.
Som tam (drink?)
Do not include—som tam is a food, not a drink.
Smash (cocktail family)
Casual, muddled cocktail family like mint or berry smashes, great for summer.
Sima (duplicate removed)
Duplicate entry removed to avoid repetition.