Looking for drinks that start with P? This alphabet drinks list is packed with ideas, from everyday picks like peppermint tea and pineapple juice to party favourites such as prosecco, punch and piña colada.

It is a useful list if you are planning a themed quiz night, an alphabet party, a school project, a cocktail menu, or you simply fancy trying something new without spending a fortune. Some are cheap supermarket staples, while others are more special occasion drinks. I have included soft drinks, hot drinks, alcoholic drinks, world drinks and a few practical money-saving tips along the way.

Quick List of Drinks That Start With P

If you just need a fast answer, here are plenty of drinks beginning with P:

• Peach iced tea
• Pear juice
• Peppermint tea
• Pineapple juice
• Pink lemonade
• Plum juice
• Pomegranate juice
• Protein shake
• Punch
• Prosecco
• Port
• Pilsner
• Pale ale
• Piña colada
• Pisco sour
• Paloma
• Planter’s punch
• Pimm’s
• Perry
• Pastis
• Pepper soda
• Passion fruit juice
• Pandan drink
• Papaya smoothie
• Peanut butter smoothie

Non-Alcoholic Drinks That Start With P

Plenty of P drinks are alcohol-free, affordable and easy to find in UK supermarkets. These are ideal for family gatherings, packed lunches, barbecues, baby showers or anyone who wants something tasty without alcohol.

Peach Iced Tea

Peach iced tea is a sweet, refreshing cold tea flavoured with peach. You can buy it ready-made, but it is often cheaper to make at home using standard tea bags, tinned peach juice or peach syrup, and plenty of ice.

Money-saving tip: Brew a strong pot of tea, chill it, then add a little juice from a tin of peaches. Use the fruit for pudding, porridge or yoghurt so nothing goes to waste.

Pear Juice

Pear juice has a mellow, sweet flavour and is lovely on its own or mixed with sparkling water. It is less sharp than apple juice, which makes it a good choice for children’s drinks or mocktails.

If pure pear juice is pricey, look for cartons labelled pear and apple juice blend. They are usually cheaper and still taste fruity.

Peppermint Tea

Peppermint tea is a caffeine-free herbal tea made from peppermint leaves. It is one of the easiest hot drinks beginning with P to find in the UK, with supermarket own-brand boxes often costing much less than premium versions.

Serve it hot after meals, or chill it and pour over ice with a squeeze of lemon for a simple summer drink.

Pineapple Juice

Pineapple juice is bright, tropical and naturally sweet. It is popular in smoothies, mocktails, punches and cocktails. It pairs well with coconut, lime, orange, ginger and mint.

Budget idea: Use pineapple juice from a tin of pineapple rings or chunks instead of pouring it away. It can go into drinks, marinades, stir-fries or homemade ice lollies.

Pink Lemonade

Pink lemonade is a pretty, party-friendly soft drink. It is usually lemonade coloured and flavoured with red fruits, cranberry, raspberry, strawberry or sometimes grenadine.

You can make a cheaper homemade version by mixing supermarket lemonade with a splash of cranberry juice or berry squash. Add lemon slices and frozen berries if you want it to look more special.

Plum Juice

Plum juice is rich, fruity and slightly tart. It is less common than orange or apple juice, but you may find it in world food shops, health food shops or larger supermarkets.

If you have soft plums that need using, simmer them with a little water, strain, chill and sweeten to taste. It is a good way to rescue fruit that is past its best but still safe to eat.

Pomegranate Juice

Pomegranate juice has a deep red colour and a sharp-sweet taste. A little goes a long way in mocktails, smoothies and spritz-style drinks.

Because it can be more expensive than other juices, try using it as a flavouring rather than the main drink. Add a splash to sparkling water, lemonade, iced tea or orange juice.

Passion Fruit Juice

Passion fruit juice is tangy, fragrant and tropical. It is excellent in breakfast smoothies, homemade mocktails and fruit punches.

Pure passion fruit juice can be costly, so look for mixed tropical juice cartons if you are feeding a crowd. You still get the flavour without the higher price tag.

Protein Shake

A protein shake is a drink made with protein powder, milk, water or a dairy-free alternative. Popular flavours include vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, banana and peanut butter.

For a cheaper homemade version, blend milk with yoghurt, oats, banana and peanut butter. It will not be the same as a powdered sports supplement, but it can be a filling drink or breakfast on the go.

Papaya Smoothie

A papaya smoothie is made by blending ripe papaya with milk, yoghurt, juice or a dairy-free alternative. It has a soft, tropical flavour and works well with lime, banana and mango.

Frozen papaya or mixed tropical fruit can be better value than buying fresh papaya, especially if you only need a small amount.

Peanut Butter Smoothie

A peanut butter smoothie is thick, creamy and filling. Blend banana, milk, a spoonful of peanut butter and a few oats for a low-effort breakfast drink.

Use supermarket own-brand peanut butter to keep costs down. Smooth or crunchy both work, although smooth blends more easily.

Pepper Soda

Pepper soda usually refers to fizzy drinks with a spiced cherry or cola-style flavour, such as Dr Pepper and supermarket alternatives. It is sweet, bubbly and widely available.

Own-brand versions are often much cheaper than branded bottles and cans, particularly for parties where you are pouring drinks into glasses rather than serving the original packaging.

Pandan Drink

Pandan drinks are popular in parts of Southeast Asia. Pandan has a sweet, grassy, vanilla-like flavour and is used in milk drinks, teas, desserts and bubble tea-style drinks.

You may find pandan drinks in Asian supermarkets, or you can use pandan flavouring sparingly in milk, coconut milk or iced tea.

Hot Drinks That Start With P

If you are after a warming drink beginning with P, there are more options than you might think. These are particularly good for cold evenings, after-dinner drinks or cosy weekend breakfasts.

Pumpkin Spice Latte

A pumpkin spice latte is a coffee drink flavoured with warming spices such as cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves. Despite the name, many versions rely more on spice syrup than actual pumpkin.

To make a budget version, heat milk, add strong coffee, a pinch of mixed spice and a little sugar or syrup. It gives the autumn flavour without the coffee shop price.

Peanut Hot Chocolate

Peanut hot chocolate is rich and comforting. Stir a small spoonful of peanut butter into hot chocolate until smooth. It tastes a little like a melted peanut chocolate bar.

For best results, whisk well and avoid adding too much peanut butter, as it can become heavy quickly.

Alcoholic Drinks That Start With P

There are lots of alcoholic drinks beginning with P, including cocktails, wines, beers, spirits and liqueurs. If you are serving alcohol, offer soft drinks and water too, and follow current UK guidance around responsible drinking.

Prosecco

Prosecco is an Italian sparkling wine, commonly served chilled as an aperitif or at celebrations. It is usually lighter and fruitier than many traditional champagnes, and often more affordable.

Prosecco works well on its own or in spritz-style drinks with fruit juice, cordial or liqueur. For parties, check supermarket promotions, but avoid buying more than you genuinely need.

Port

Port is a fortified wine from Portugal, often served in small glasses after a meal. It can be ruby, tawny, white or vintage style. Ruby port is fruity and often one of the more affordable options.

Port pairs well with cheese, chocolate desserts and nuts. Because it is served in smaller measures, one bottle can stretch further than standard wine at a gathering.

Pilsner

Pilsner is a pale lager style with a crisp, clean taste. It is one of the most widely available beer styles and is often sold in multipacks.

For better value, compare price per litre rather than just the pack price. Larger packs are not always the cheapest once promotions change.

Pale Ale

Pale ale is a beer style known for its hoppy flavour, ranging from lightly bitter to very aromatic. British pale ales, American pale ales and craft versions can all taste quite different.

If you are trying pale ale for the first time, buy one or two cans rather than a big multipack. It saves money if you discover that hoppy beer is not your thing.

Perry

Perry is an alcoholic drink made from fermented pears. It is similar in idea to cider, but made with pears rather than apples. Some commercial pear ciders are easy to find, while traditional perry can be more specialist.

Serve chilled, especially with picnic food, pork dishes, salads or cheese boards.

Pimm’s

Pimm’s is a gin-based fruit cup, most famously served with lemonade, ice, cucumber, mint, orange and strawberries. It is strongly associated with British summer events, picnics and garden parties.

Money-saving tip: If branded Pimm’s is outside your budget, supermarket summer cup alternatives are often much cheaper. Add plenty of sliced fruit and ice to make it feel special.

Pastis

Pastis is an anise-flavoured French spirit, usually diluted with cold water before drinking. When water is added, it turns cloudy, which is part of its appeal.

It has a strong liquorice-like flavour, so it is one for people who enjoy aniseed, fennel or similar tastes.

Pisco

Pisco is a grape brandy associated with Peru and Chile. It is best known in the cocktail world as the base for a pisco sour.

A bottle of pisco can be more expensive than basic spirits, so it is usually worth buying only if you already know you enjoy pisco cocktails.

Cocktails That Start With P

P cocktails are some of the best-known drinks on bar menus. Many can be adapted into mocktails if you leave out the alcohol and increase the juice, soda or syrup.

Piña Colada

A piña colada is a creamy tropical cocktail made with pineapple juice, coconut cream and rum. It is sweet, rich and usually served over ice or blended.

For a cheaper party version, mix pineapple juice with coconut milk or coconut cream and a budget white rum. For a mocktail, simply skip the rum.

Paloma

A paloma is a refreshing tequila cocktail made with grapefruit soda or grapefruit juice, lime and salt. It is bright, sharp and less sugary than some tropical cocktails.

If grapefruit soda is hard to find, use grapefruit juice topped with sparkling water or lemonade.

Pisco Sour

A pisco sour is made with pisco, lime juice, sugar syrup and traditionally egg white, shaken until frothy. Some versions use bitters on top.

If using raw egg white at home, follow general food safety advice and take extra care when serving anyone who is pregnant, elderly, very young or immunocompromised. You can also use aquafaba, the liquid from a tin of chickpeas, as an egg-free alternative.

Planter’s Punch

Planter’s punch is a rum punch with fruit juice, citrus and sweetness. Recipes vary, but pineapple juice, orange juice, lime and dark rum are common ingredients.

It is a handy cocktail for using up open cartons of juice. Make a non-alcoholic jug first, then add rum to individual glasses for those who want it.

Painkiller

The Painkiller is a rum cocktail made with pineapple juice, orange juice, cream of coconut and rum, often finished with grated nutmeg. It is similar in feel to a piña colada, but with orange added.

Because it uses several juices, it is a good choice when you have leftover pineapple and orange juice to finish.

Pornstar Martini

A pornstar martini is a modern cocktail usually made with vanilla vodka, passion fruit liqueur, passion fruit purée or juice, lime and a small shot of prosecco on the side.

For a budget version, use passion fruit juice drink rather than fresh passion fruit purée. It will be less intense, but still gives the tropical flavour.

Paper Plane

A Paper Plane is a cocktail made with bourbon, Aperol, amaro and lemon juice. It is bittersweet, citrusy and more grown-up than many sweet party cocktails.

It is not the cheapest cocktail to make from scratch because it needs several bottles. Best saved for when you already have the ingredients in your drinks cupboard.

More P Drinks from Around the World

Alphabet food and drink lists are a lovely excuse to discover something new. These P drinks may not all be everyday UK staples, but they are worth knowing about.

Panakam

Panakam, also written panagam, is a traditional Indian drink often made with jaggery, water, ginger, cardamom and sometimes lemon. It is sweet, spiced and refreshing when served chilled.

Pozol

Pozol is a traditional Mexican drink made from fermented maize dough and water, sometimes with cocoa. It is very different from fizzy soft drinks and has a long cultural history.

Pinolillo

Pinolillo is a Nicaraguan drink made with roasted maize and cacao. It can be mixed with water or milk and is usually lightly sweetened.

Pulque

Pulque is a traditional Mexican alcoholic drink made from the fermented sap of the maguey plant. It has a distinctive taste and texture and is more likely to be found in specialist settings than standard UK supermarkets.

Pu-erh Tea

Pu-erh tea is a fermented tea from China. It has an earthy flavour and is often sold as loose leaf tea or compressed tea cakes. If you enjoy strong black tea, it can be an interesting one to try.

Best Drinks Beginning With P for Different Occasions

Here are some quick ideas if you need a P drink for a particular event or menu.

Cheap and Easy P Drink Ideas

You do not need a full cocktail cabinet to serve interesting drinks that start with P. A few budget-friendly ingredients can go a long way.

Pineapple and Lime Cooler

Mix pineapple juice with sparkling water, a squeeze of lime and ice. Add mint if you have it. This feels more special than plain juice but costs very little per glass.

Pink Lemonade Punch

Combine lemonade, cranberry juice or berry squash, sliced lemon and frozen berries. Serve in a large jug or bowl. Frozen berries chill the drink and act like edible ice cubes.

Pomegranate Spritz

Add a splash of pomegranate juice to sparkling water or lemonade. It gives colour and flavour without using a whole bottle of juice at once.

Peach Tea Cooler

Chill strong tea, then add peach juice or syrup. Serve over ice. This is ideal for using the syrup from tinned peaches.

Pear and Ginger Fizz

Mix pear juice with ginger ale or sparkling water and a small squeeze of lemon. It is a simple alcohol-free drink that works well with Sunday lunch or picnic food.

Money-Saving Tips for Buying and Serving Drinks

Drinks can quietly push up the cost of a meal or party. These small habits help keep the bill sensible.

• Compare the unit price: Look at price per litre rather than just the shelf price.
• Use juice as a mixer: Strong-flavoured juices like pomegranate, pineapple and passion fruit can be stretched with sparkling water.
• Buy own-brand: Lemonade, tonic, cola-style drinks, tea bags and juices are often much cheaper as supermarket own-label versions.
• Make jugs, not single servings: Punches, iced teas and coolers are cheaper and easier for guests to help themselves.
• Use frozen fruit: It chills drinks, reduces waste and is often cheaper than fresh berries.
• Check what you already have: Open cordials, half-used tea bags, tinned fruit syrup and leftover citrus can all become drinks.
• Offer water nicely: A jug of tap water with lemon, cucumber or mint helps reduce the amount of fizzy drink or alcohol needed.

Alphabetical List of Drinks That Start With P

For easy browsing, here is a longer alphabetical list of P drinks:

• Painkiller
• Paloma
• Panakam
• Pandan drink
• Papaya smoothie
• Paper Plane
• Passion fruit juice
• Pastis
• Peach iced tea
• Peach tea
• Peanut butter smoothie
• Peanut hot chocolate
• Pear juice
• Pear smoothie
• Pear and ginger fizz
• Pepper soda
• Peppermint tea
• Perry
• Pilsner
• Piña colada
• Pineapple juice
• Pineapple punch
• Pink lemonade
• Pinolillo
• Pisco
• Pisco sour
• Planter’s punch
• Plum juice
• Pomegranate juice
• Pomegranate spritz
• Pornstar martini
• Port
• Pozol
• Protein shake
• Prosecco
• Pu-erh tea
• Pulque
• Pumpkin spice latte
• Punch

FAQs About Drinks That Start With P

What is a common drink that starts with P?

Pineapple juice, peppermint tea, pink lemonade, prosecco and Pimm’s are all common drinks that start with P. For an everyday non-alcoholic option, peppermint tea is one of the easiest to find in UK supermarkets.

What soft drinks start with P?

Soft drinks that start with P include pink lemonade, pineapple juice, peach iced tea, pear juice, pomegranate juice, passion fruit juice, pepper soda and pineapple punch.

What alcoholic drinks start with P?

Alcoholic drinks beginning with P include prosecco, port, pilsner, pale ale, perry, Pimm’s, pastis, pisco, piña colada, paloma, pisco sour, Planter’s punch and pornstar martini.

What hot drinks start with P?

Hot P drinks include peppermint tea, peach tea, pumpkin spice latte, peanut hot chocolate, pu-erh tea and percolator coffee.

What cocktails start with P?

Popular cocktails that start with P include piña colada, paloma, pisco sour, Planter’s punch, Painkiller, pornstar martini and Paper Plane.

What is a cheap party drink beginning with P?

Pink lemonade punch is one of the cheapest and easiest options. Mix lemonade with berry squash or cranberry juice, add sliced lemon and use frozen berries instead of ice. Pineapple punch is another good budget choice, especially if you use own-brand juice and top it up with sparkling water.

What drink starting with P is best for kids?

Pink lemonade, pear juice, pineapple juice, peach iced tea and fruit smoothies are good child-friendly P drinks. For younger children, serve juice in small portions and dilute with water if preferred.

What is the best P drink for a themed alphabet party?

For a P-themed drinks table, offer a mix: pink lemonade for a soft drink, pineapple punch as a mocktail, prosecco for a sparkling option, pilsner or pale ale for beer drinkers, and peppermint tea for anyone wanting a hot drink.