Summer Lovin’ Drinks!
It’s the dog days of summer, and we want to help you stay refreshed and happy. Here are some of our favorite Summer Lovin’ Drinks, both old and new, to serve at parties, BBQ’s or just because.
Add some great garnish, some fun straws and some crazy umbrellas to make it more festive. If you missed it, try our tangy Cherry-Blue Sangria from the 4th of July. Enjoy!
CHERRY EXPLOSION
Inspired by a cocktail we had on vacation in Greece, we crafted our own version at home and it is simply delicious!
1 oz. rum
1 oz. simple syrup
2 cups black cherry juice
2 oz. black cherry sparkling soda
2 limes, muddled
4 maraschino cherries
Lime wedge for garnish
DIRECTIONS:
Rim chilled glass with sugar and add ice. Add ingredients. Garnish with lime.
KATHI’S SUMMERY ROSÉ COOLER
Rosé is a perfect summer beverage – light, a little fruity or a little dry, depending on your preference, but always so delicious. We took it a step further and made it a cooler, adding an Elderflower liquor, which was a beautifully-bottled gift to us from our friend Kathi. We named it in her honor. 🙂
1 bottle of dry rosé wine
1 cup Elderflower liquor (we like St. Germain)
2 cups sparkling raspberry flavored water
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 sliced orange
1 cup raspberries
DIRECTIONS:
Combine ingredients and add ice. Before serving, add orange slices and raspberries. Makes one pitcher.
KEVIN’S TEXAS SUMMER BEER
This is a surefire hit for your next backyard BBQ, courtesy of SuperHubs. We are always asked to bring it (it may be why we are invited in the first place – truth)! While completely refreshing, it packs a punch, so go easy. Enjoy!
1 can frozen limeade
3 beers
1 can (from limeade) vodka
Ice
Orange slices for garnish
DIRECTIONS:
Add limeade, beer and vodka to a large pitcher. Add ice and orange slices, serve immediately.
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