Cool Off With These 5 Summer Cocktail Recipes

Hot and sunny days call for cool cocktails, and for that we’ve got plenty of inspiration for you. The temperatures may be rising–and still climbing!–but you and your guests will feel refreshed with these 5 summer cocktail recipes.

5 Summer Cocktail Recipes

Limoncello Prosecco with Blueberries & Thyme

Seasonal food and drinks are always best, which is what we love about this refreshing  Limoncello Prosecco with Blueberries & Thyme. The prosecco adds a bit of festive sparkle that everyone will love and fresh blueberries and lemon brighten up the drink. Garnish with a sprig of thyme for an aromatic treat.

What you’ll need

• 1 Blueberries
• 1 Lemon, slices
• 1 Thyme
• Ice
• 1 cup Limoncello liqueur
• 1 (750 ml) bottle Prosecco (We recommend LaMarca, it’s a personal favorite and perfect for summer!)

How to Prepare

Ginger Peach Moscow Mules

What’s better than a crisp mule in the middle of summer? With its stylish mug, cooling ability, and hearty fruit, it’s the perfect summer cocktail to enjoy with friends out on the patio.

What you’ll need

• 3 large ripe peaches
• 1 one-inch piece of fresh ginger root, peeled
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water
• 6 ounces Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
• Ice for serving
• 2 cups ginger beer soda (be sure to look for ginger beer, not ginger ale)
• Lime or lemon wedges, for garnish

How to Prepare

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A Rosé Spritzer

Rosé is having a moment, and it’s easy to see why! It’s approachable, refreshing and easy to pair with a variety of summer dishes. This added twist is a festive way to embrace the summer months. This summer cocktail recipe is one you’ll go to over and over again!

*Serves 1

What you’ll need

• 5 ounces rosé
• Fresh strawberries, chunked
• Fresh mint leaves
• 2 – 3 lemon slices
• Sparkling water or club soda

How to Prepare

Blackberry Bourbon Smash

Many summer cocktail recipes may be light and “girly” but there are plenty of refreshing twists that are savory, too, like this Blackberry Bourbon Smash. A splash of bourbon mixed with fruit is a great twist on this traditional cocktail.

What you’ll need

• Blackberries (for muddled mixture and garnish), Fresh
• 3 Mint leaves fresh
•  Simple syrup
•  Bourbon

How to Prepare

Frozen Lime Margaritas

We love a grown up slushie, especially in margarita form! With this delicious Frozen Lime Margaritas, you and your guests will stay cool inside or outside, no matter the occasion. Learn how to perfectly concoct the tequila favorite here.

What you’ll need

• 1 cup store bought sangria
• 1 teaspoon agave
• 6 ounces (1/2 can) lime concentrate
• 2 ounces Casa Noble Reposado tequila
• 1 ounce Grand Marnier liquer
• 1 1/2 cups crushed ice
• sliced limes and oranges for garnish

How to Prepare

Summer Cocktails to Make Summer Magical

There’s always a way to beat the heat and these summer cocktail recipes is our favorite way to do it.

Do you have a favorite summer cocktail recipe? We’d love to add it to our list! Share your favorite beverage recipes in the comments below.

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