Best Summer Cocktails

Summer is finally here, so soak up the sun … and the booze. Quench your thirst this summer with our best summer beverages, from classic cocktails to fresh fruit juices and delicious poolside creations.

Blueberry-Ginger Mojito Pitchers

Homemade ginger syrups adds a spicy bite to bubbly mojito pitchers overflowing with muddled blueberries. Nothing says summer like a pitcher of fresh blueberries.

Summer Sangria Watermelon and Pineapple

Put a twist on your summer sangria with this refreshing combination utilizing fresh summer produce.

Cucumber-Lemonade Mocktail

If you’re interested in sipping on something other than lemonade or cucumber water all summer, try this cucumber-lemonade mocktail. Add a super-thin slice of cucumber pressed against the glass to add an artistic twist.

Peach Basil Moscow Mule

Spice up the OG Moscow Mule recipe with peach-flavored vodka. Don’t forget the fresh basil garnish.

Guilt-Free Margaritas

Looking to stay in shape while sipping on cocktails? Try the guilt-free margarita. The drink skips sugary triple sec, and instead gains its flavor from fresh lime juice, agave syrup, orange zest and mint — saving 80 calories per cocktail.

Plum-Cherry Ice Pops and Champagne

Have fun and stay cool with this innovative, trendy and Instagram-worthy drink. Combine after-dinner drinks and dessert by adding plum-cherry ice pops to glasses of Champagne. The best part? As the ice pops melt, they create grown-up slushies — YUM!