Summer is the perfect season for entertaining friends and family outdoors, and what better way to do it than with some delicious and refreshing cocktails and mocktails. Whether you are hosting a backyard barbecue or a pool party, these recipes are sure to impress your guests and keep them cool and hydrated during those hot summer days.
Classic Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. Tequila
- 1 oz. Lime Juice
- 1 oz. Simple Syrup
- Salt for the rim
Instructions:
- Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge, then dip it into a plate of salt.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds, then strain into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Ingredients:
- 4 cups chopped seedless watermelon
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 limes, juiced
Instructions:
- Combine watermelon, water, and honey in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add lime juice and blend again.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Serve over ice and garnish with a slice of watermelon.
Pineapple Coconut Mojito
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 tbsp. coconut cream
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1 1/2 oz. rum
- Club soda
Instructions:
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle together mint leaves, pineapple, coconut cream, honey, and lime juice.
- Add rum and ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda and garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of pineapple.
Strawberry Lemonade Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cups cold water
- Lemon slices and strawberries for garnish
Instructions:
- In a blender, puree strawberries, lemon juice, and honey until smooth.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher.
- Add cold water and stir well.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices and strawberries.
Peach Bellini
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe peach, peeled and pitted
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1/2 bottle Prosecco
Instructions:
- Puree peach and honey in a blender until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a champagne flute.
- Top with Prosecco and stir gently.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
These summer cocktail and mocktail recipes are perfect for entertaining guests and cooling off during hot summer days. Try them out and get creative with your own ingredients and flavors to make your signature drinks that everyone will love. Cheers to a fun and refreshing summer!
