Alcohol Dog Names

People name dogs after food all the time, so why not booze? Leaf through these alcohol dog names, find your favorite tipple, and give your pup a funny drink-inspired moniker!

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AbsintheThis name is derived from a potent, anise-flavored spirit.
AppletiniThis name is derived from a popular fruity cocktail.
BacardiBacardi is a well-known brand of rum, making it a fitting choice for a spirited canine.
BelliniBellini is named after a popular Italian cocktail made with Prosecco and peach purée.
BoiloBoilo is a traditional homemade Yuletide liquor from Pennsylvania, hence the association.
BourbonNamed after a popular American whiskey, it's often chosen for dogs with a rich, warm coat color.
BrandyBrandy is a type of distilled wine, often associated with warmth and comfort.
ChiantiChianti is a famous type of wine from Italy, making it a fitting name for a dog.
CognacCognac is a type of French brandy, making it a fitting name for a dog.
CollinsDerived from a popular cocktail, Tom Collins.
CordialCordial refers to a sweet, flavored type of liquor.
DaiquiriDaiquiri is a popular cocktail, making it a fitting moniker for a spirited pup.
DuffIt's named after a popular beer brand in the Simpsons cartoon.
GimletGimlet is a popular cocktail, making it a fun, spirited choice for a pet's name.
GinDerived from a popular spirit, often associated with sophistication and British culture.
GindianThis name combines "gin", a type of liquor, with "Indian", a breed of dog.
GuinnessNamed after a popular Irish stout, it's often chosen for dark-colored pets.
HennessyThis name is derived from a popular brand of cognac.
HoochDerived from a slang term for illicitly produced liquor, often associated with dogs in pop culture.
HurricaneHurricane cocktails are a popular drink, inspiring the canine moniker.
JackAssociations with popular beverages like Daniels and Sparrow give it a boozy connotation.
José CuervoThis name is derived from a popular brand of tequila.
JulepMint julep is a famous cocktail, inspiring this canine moniker.
JunmaiJunmai refers to a type of pure rice sake, a Japanese drink.
KahluaThis name is derived from a popular Mexican coffee-flavored liqueur.
LagerLager is a type of beer, making it a fitting name for a dog for beer enthusiasts.
Mai TaiMai Tai is a popular tropical cocktail, making it a fun, spirited choice for a pet's moniker.
MargaritaThis name is derived from a popular tequila-based cocktail.
MartiniDerived from a popular cocktail, often associated with sophistication and elegance.
MimosaMimosa is a popular brunch cocktail made from champagne and orange juice.
OuzoThis name is derived from a popular Greek liquor.
PalomaPaloma refers to a popular tequila-based cocktail.
Piña ColadaThis tropical cocktail-inspired moniker reflects a fun, laid-back personality.
Pink LadyThis name is derived from a popular cocktail.
PinotPinot is a type of wine, making it a beverage-inspired pet name.
PoteenPoteen refers to a traditional Irish distilled beverage, often likened to moonshine.
SakéSaké is a popular Japanese rice wine, making it a fitting name for a dog.
SambucaThis name is derived from a popular Italian anise-flavored liqueur.
SangriaSangria is a popular wine-based cocktail, making it a fitting name for a dog for wine lovers.
SherryNamed after a popular fortified wine from Spain.
SojuSoju is a popular Korean distilled spirit, often inspiring pet names.
StengahStengah refers to a half-filled glass of whisky in old sailor slang.
SudsSuds refers to the frothy foam on top of beer.
SyrahSyrah is a type of wine, making it a fitting name for a dog for wine lovers.
TippleTipple refers to a small drink of liquor, making it a booze-related canine moniker.
ToddyToddy refers to a mixed drink often served hot, making it a fitting name for a dog.
VinoVino is Italian and Spanish for wine, a popular alcoholic beverage.
ViskyDerived from "whiskey," it's a playful nod to a popular spirit.
WhiskeyWhiskey is a popular beverage often consumed by adults.

Staying on the alcohol theme, these names mean wine or are in some way related to the word.

Alcohol Dog Names currently rank in 66th place out of all PupNames.com categories.

As of October 2026, alcohol dog names are trending down with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that they are less fashionable than they were at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation for this category, which suggests its popularity could be seasonal or based on cultural events.

Which are the cutest and most unique Alcohol Dog Names?

These alcohol dog names range from cute to badass, and from traditional to unique. Click each circle to see the name.

Mai Tai is among the cutest of these. If you prefer tougher, edgier dog names, the one considered the most badass is Hurricane.

Bacardi scored high for its uniqueness, which would help your dog to stand out. But if you prefer more common, old-fashioned names, the more traditional option here is Jack.

How does interest compare across the United States for Alcohol Dog Names?

The map below compares each state by the number of people browsing Alcohol Dog Names.

The states that love alcohol dog names the most are Delaware, District of Columbia and Nebraska.

The least amount of interest in this category was registered in Connecticut, Arkansas and Alaska.

Which countries have the most love for Alcohol Dog Names?

Here's a world map showing the popularity in each country of alcohol dog names.

Who'd have thought?! Some of the countries you might not have thought about that LOVE alcohol dog names are Belize, Panama and El Salvador.

On the flip, PupNames data shows there's not much interest in Nigeria, Pakistan and Iraq.