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We spend a lot of effort planning what we'll eat on Valentine's Day, from making restaurant reservations months ahead of time and buying artisanal chocolates to scouring the grocery store for supposed edible aphrodisiacs. But we often don't really think about what we'll be drinking on the holiday. Sure, a glass of Champagne works, but if you want a truly romantic night, try serving a crimson cocktail tailored to your love's personal tastes. Here are a few of our favorites that will surely impress your valentine.

Valentine's Day Cocktails

Clover Club(01 of08)

The traditional recipe for this classic gin cocktail calls for raspberry syrup and an egg white. Our easier--but no less tasty--version uses jam instead: You probably have some in your fridge right now. View recipe: House-Made Clover Club

Cosmopolitan(02 of08)

What list of red drinks would be complete without this modern favorite? The Cosmo's starring role on Sex and the City may be a big reason for its fame, but there's a reason why the popularity of this simple, citrusy recipe endures. View recipe: Cosmopolitan

Campari Margarita(03 of08)

While you might assume this pink drink is sweet, the color actually comes from the traditional Italian bitter spirit Campari. Just a touch of its intense flavor is enough to turn the basic Margarita into something special. View recipe: Campari Margarita

Singapore Sling(04 of08)

Transport your valentine to a romantic tropical locale with this tasty gin, Bénédictine and cherry brandy concoction. It's thought to date to the turn of the 20th century and really may have been created in Singapore, at our recipe's namesake Raffles Hotel.View recipe: Singapore Raffles Sling

Riviera(05 of08)

Is your love deep? If so, express your feelings with the reddest cocktail that we know of. The color comes from crimson blood orange juice and Dubonnet Rouge, a fortified wine flavored with dozens of herbs and spices.View recipe: Riviera

Start Me Up!(06 of08)

Get the night off to a great start by serving your love this tasty fuchsia mix of gin, ginger liqueur, apple cider and pomegranate juice. No pomegranates? You can use cranberry juice instead.View recipe: Start Me Up!

Hera's Crown(07 of08)

Nobody said a cocktail had to contain liquor. Try this non-alcoholic, fizzy grenadine-and-fruit-juice concoction created by master Chicago bartender Charles Joly. View recipe: Hera's Crown

Kir Royale(08 of08)

The French know a thing or two about romance, so what better to serve on Valentine's Day than one of their classics? This simple but elegant aperitif is a delicious combination of Champagne and either blackcurrant-flavored crème de cassis or raspberry-flavored Chambord.View recipe: Chambord Kir Royale

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