These boozy bakes and adult cupcakes are made with an assortment of alcoholic tipples to give the sponges a grown-up twist and distinctly adults-only (delicious) flavour.
Not all cupcakes are for children! These boozy bakes are made with your favourite alcoholic tipples to give the sponges a more grown-up twist.
From cocktail-inspired flavours such as mojito and pina colada to rich Guinness cupcakes, there are plenty of ways you can give your cupcakes a fun, boozy twist.
Scroll through our 10 brilliant alcoholic cupcakes (and don’t worry if you do want to give them to the kids, there’s not much booze in them really – unless you decide to double the servings of course!)
Mojito cupcakes
Lime, rum and mint - these summery cocktails have all the flavours of a classic mojito cocktail.
Get the recipe: Mojito cupcakes
Pimms cupcakes
A refreshing glass of Pimms is a summer must-have - and so are these fruity cupcakes. Drizzled in Pimms and topped with the classic fruit accompaniments, these cakes are just waiting for your summer party season to start.
Get the recipe: Pimms cupcakes
Baileys cupcakes
The smooth, creamy flavours of Irish cream liquor Baileys teamed with rich chocolate sponges - need we say more?
Get the recipe: Baileys cupcakes
Rum and raisin cupcakes
Rum and raisin is a classic combination most commonly found in ice cream flavours - so why not in cupcake form?
Get the recipe: Rum and raisin cupcakes
Mulled wine cupcakes
All the warming, spiced flavours of mulled wine... in a cupcake. These cakes are the ultimate treat for a cold winter's night.
Get the recipe: Mulled wine cupcakes
Guinness cupcakes
The deep flavours of a pint of Guinness give these chocolate sponges a lovely rich finish. The moist cakes make perfect treats for St Patrick's Day.
Get the recipe: Guinness cupcakes
Redcurrant and Champagne cupcakes
Fancy something a little bit special? Adding Champagne to your cupcake mix will give them a lovely posh twist - these cupcakes would be perfect as an elegant wedding treat.
Get the recipe: Redcurrant and Champagne cupcakes
Pina colada cupcakes
If you like pina colada... you'll love these flavoursome cakes. Coconut, pineapple - and coconut rum, of course, give these sponges a lovely boozy finish.
Get the recipe: Pina colada cupcakes
Angel cupcakes with brandy frosting
A little brandy in the sponge and icing gives these simple cupcakes a naughty twist that will warm you right through.
Get the recipe: Angel cupcakes with brandy frosting
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