60 delicious yet simple-to-make summer cocktail recipes that you'll love! These drinks use a variety of alcohol and flavors so you're sure to find your new go-to summer drink.
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Looking for some easy and delicious summer cocktail recipes? You've come to the right place! This list is filled with 60 simple drinks that will cool you off on a hot summer day.
No matter your favorite type of alcohol - vodka, tequila, rum, or even champagne - you'll find a cocktail on this list that you'll love.
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1. Lavender Pisco Sour
Create a unique twist on the classic Peruvian pisco sour cocktail using homemade lavender simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and pisco from Peru. This cocktail takes only 5 minutes to shake up and has a beautiful egg white foam on top.
Lavender Simple Syrup:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons dried lavender flowers
Pisco Sour:
- 4 ounces pisco
- 2 ounces freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounce lavender simple syrup
- 2 large egg whites
- thin lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- dried lavender flowers, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
For Lavender Simple Syrup:
Add sugar, dried lavender flowers, and 1 cup of water to a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until all the sugar has dissolved, about 2 - 4 minutes.
Remove from the heat, and allow the mixture to cool for about 30 minutes until it has stopped steaming. Taste to see if the lavender flavor is strong enough for your personal liking. If the flavor is not strong enough, allow the lavender flowers to steep for an extra 30 - 60 minutes until the desired taste is achieved.
Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl. Pour the mixture into the strainer to separate the simple syrup from the lavender flowers. Transfer to a clean reusable bottle and seal tightly with a lid.
For Pisco Sour:
Add pisco, lemon juice, lavender simple syrup, and egg whites to a cocktail shaker. Dry shake (without ice) vigorously for 30 seconds.
Add in a handful of ice, and shake again until well-chilled.
Strain the cocktail with a hawthorne strainer into a chilled lowball glass. Gently garnish with a thin slice of lemon and dried lavender flower.
2. Blackberry Orange Refresher
Mix up a fruity drink made with vodka, homemade blackberry simple syrup, orange juice, and Fresca. This mixed drink is packed with lots of flavor and the perfect touch of sweetness.
Blackberry Simple Syrup:
- 8 ounces blackberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Orange Blackberry Cocktail:
- 12 fresh mint leaves plus more for garnish
- 6 ounces pulp free orange juice
- 4 ½ ounces Tito's vodka
- 3 ½ ounces blackberry simple syrup
- 8 ounces Fresca sparkling flavored soda
- orange slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
For Blackberry Simple Syrup:
Add blackberries, granulated sugar, and one cup of water to a medium-sized saucepan. Cook over medium-high until the mixture begins to boil.
Once boiling, cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring often, to ensure the mixture doesn’t boil over. The simple syrup will turn dark purple and thicken.
Remove from the heat, and allow the mixture to cool for about 30 minutes until it has stopped steaming.
Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl. Pour the mixture into the strainer to separate the simple syrup from the seeds. Push on the blackberries in the strainer with a silicone spatula to extract more juice. Add the simple syrup to a squeeze bottle, and discard the seeds.
For Orange Blackberry Cocktail:
Add mint leaves to the bottom of a cocktail shaker and muddle with a cocktail muddle or the back of a wooden spoon until you begin to smell the mint.
Add orange juice, vodka, blackberry simple syrup, and a handful of ice to the cocktail shaker.
Since the cocktail shaker will be very full, mix and chill the cocktail by transferring from one cup of the cocktail shaker to the other.
Prepare 4 lowball glasses by placing 2-3 orange slices around the outside wall of the glass. Then fill partway with ice. Strain 4 ounces of the cocktail using a Hawthorne strainer into the prepared glasses. Top each glass with 2 ounces of Fresca sparkling soda water.
Optionally, garnish with additional mint and orange slices.
3. Coconut Daiquiri (On The Rocks & Frozen)
Mix 5 ingredients to make a delicious coconut white rum daiquiri (on the rocks or frozen). This recipe is a twist that uses both orange juice and lime juice.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) light rum
- 1 ounce (30 ml) simple syrup
- 1 ounce (30 ml) unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
- ½ ounce (15 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
- lime twist, for garnish
Instructions:
On the Rocks Daiquiri:
Add rum, simple syrup, coconut milk, orange juice, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 30 seconds. Double strain using a hawthorne and mesh strainer into a chilled glass. Optionally garnish with a twist of lime.
Frozen Daiquiri:
Add the rum, simple syrup, coconut milk, orange juice, lime juice, and 2 cups of ice to a high powered blender. Blend on high until a slushie consistency forms.
Pour into a chilled glass. Optionally garnish with a twist of lime.
4. Limoncello Lemon Drop Martini
In 5 minutes, you can turn 4 simple ingredients into a perfectly balanced sweet and tart lemon cocktail. Anyone who enjoys a martini is bound to like this lemon drop with limoncello.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) limoncello
- 1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounce (30 ml) simple syrup
- ½ ounce (15 ml) vodka
- lemon wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
Add limoncello, vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until well-chilled, about 15 seconds. Double strain with a Hawthrone and mesh strainer into a chilled martini glass. Optionally, garnish with a lemon wheel.
5. Peach and Basil Cocktail With Lemon Rum
Mix up a large batch cocktail (this recipe makes 4 servings) using Bacardí Limón rum, grilled peaches, and basil. This peach cocktail recipe has a refreshing and light taste, making it the perfect summer drink.
- 4 ripe peaches pitted and quartered
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) honey
- juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons or 45ml)
- 8 ounces (235 ml) lemon rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) lemon lime soda
Instructions: Preheat a gas grill to high heat (450°F - 500°F). Cook peaches covered over direct heat for 2-3 minutes per side until the peaches have softened. Remove from the grill and cut the peaches into 1-inch pieces. Allow the peaches to cool.
Add grilled peaches, basil, honey, and lemon juice to a pitcher and muddle together to release the juice of the peaches and combine the flavors. Add the lemon rum and lemon lime soda then stir to combine.
To serve, divide the cocktail into four lowball glasses filled partway with ice. You can strain the cocktail into the serving glasses using a Hawthorne strainer, or allow some of the muddled peaches to fall into the serving glasses.
6. Watermelon Margarita
Learn how to make a restaurant worthy margarita with only five ingredients. This is everything you love about a classic margarita recipe with a twist using watermelon juice.
- 4 cups (608 grams) roughly cubed watermelon
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco tequila
- 2 ounces (60 ml) Cointreau orange liqueur
- 2 ounces (60 ml) lime juice freshly squeezed
- ¾ ounce (22 ml) agave syrup
- Morton kosher salt, for garnish
- lime wedge, for garnish
- watermelon wedge, for garnish
Instructions: Add cubed watermelon to a blender. Blend on high until watermelon juice has formed and no large pieces of watermelon remain. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the watermelon juice to remove the excess pulp.
To a cocktail shaker add 4 ounces of watermelon juice, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, agave syrup, and ½ cup of ice. Shake for 30-45 seconds until chilled.
To serve, use a lime wedge or extra agave syrup to wet the rim of a margarita glass. Dip the rim of the glass into Morton kosher salt. Add ice cubes as needed to the glass, then strain margarita mix over ice. Add a small wedge of watermelon and lime wedge to a cocktail pick as a garnish. Serve immediately.
7. French Blonde
A refreshing and elegant cocktail that's perfectly pink. What's not to love?
- 2 ounces London dry gin
- 1 ½ ounces elderflower liqueur
- 1 ounce Lillet Blanc
- 1 ounce grapefruit juice
- 2 dashes lemon bitters
- lemon twist, for garnish (optional)
Instructions: Add gin, elderflower liqueur, Lillet Blanc, grapefruit juice, and lemon bitters to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds. Double strain using a hawthorne and mesh strainer into a martini or coupe glass.
8. Hibiscus Tequila
Shake up a fun and simple 4 ingredient mixed drink with Sprite and tequila. This colorful pink Patrón tequila cocktail is mixed with hibiscus tea and topped with Sprite (or 7UP).
- 2 ounces cooled hibiscus tea
- 1 ½ ounce Patrón silver tequila
- ¼ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ ounce simple syrup (optional)
- 2 ounces lemon lime soda
- edible flowers, for garnish (optional)
- lime wheels, for garnish (optional)
Instructions: Add hibiscus tea, tequila, lime juice, and optionally simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Fill with a handful of ice and shake until well chilled, about 30 seconds.
Strain the drink using a Hawthorne strainer into a highball glass filled partway with crushed ice. Top with lemon lime soda. Optionally, garnish with edible flowers and lime wheels.
9. Margarita Flight
Create your very own margarita flight with different flavored margaritas of your choice.
- 6 ounces (175 ml) blanco tequila, divided
- 7.5 ounces (220 ml) freshly squeezed citrus or fruit juice (pineapple, orange, grapefruit, etc.), divided
- 3 ounces (90 ml) freshly squeeze lime juice, divided
- 1.5 ounces (45 ml) agave syrup plus a tablespoon for rimming glasses
- splash sparkling water
- coarse salt or granulated sugar, for garnish
- extra citrus or fruit slices, for garnish
Instructions: To a cocktail shaker add 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco tequila, 2.5 ounces (75 ml) of one type of fruit juice, 1 ounce (30 ml) lime juice, ½ ounce (15 ml) agave syrup, and a handful of ice cubes. Shake for 30-45 seconds until chilled.
To garnish, dip the rim of the serving glass in agave syrup. Then, coat with coarse salt or granulated sugar. Add a few ice cubes to the glass, and strain margarita mix over ice. Top with a splash of sparkling water. Create cocktail pick garnish with extra fruit slices, and lay on top of the glass.
Repeat with remaining two fruit juices, rinsing out the cocktail shaker in between each use. To serve, place all three margaritas on flight board and serve immediately.
10. Tropical Paradise Peanut Butter Whiskey
Shake up a tropical tiki inspired cocktail (in under 5 minutes) using peanut butter whiskey along with summer flavors like rum, coconut, and pineapple. At the first sip, you'll experience a sweet coconut flavor with a peanut butter note at the end.
- 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) light rum
- 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) peanut butter whiskey
- 1 ounce (30 ml) cinnamon simple syrup
- 1 ounce (30 ml) eam of coconut
- ½ ounce (15 ml) pineapple juice
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- ground cinnamon, for garnish
- pineapple fronds, for garnish
- pineapple slice, for garnish
Instructions: Add rum, peanut butter whiskey, cinnamon simple syrup, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, and aromatic bitters to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds until chilled.
Strain into a chilled highball glass over pebble ice. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, pineapple fronds, and a pineapple slice.
11. Tequila Screwdriver
This cocktail is super versatile. By adding ¼ ounce (7 ml) of grenadine, you can easily transform this simple mixed drink into a Tequila Sunrise.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco or reposado tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled orange juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and orange juice. Optionally, garnish with an orange wedge.
12. Tequila and Coke
If you're looking for an easy mixed drink to make at home, you likely already have both of these ingredients on hand.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled cola
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and cola. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
13. Tequila and Ginger Ale
For a drink that really allows the tequila to shine through, you have to try ginger ale as your mixer.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco or reposado tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled ginger ale
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and ginger ale. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
14. Mexican Mule
If you love the classic Moscow Mule cocktail, then you have to try this simple version with tequila.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco or reposado tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled ginger beer
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and ginger beer. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
15. Tequila and Grapefruit Juice
If you prefer a tart and bright mixed drink, this is the combination for you!
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco or reposado tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled grapefruit juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and grapefruit juice. Optionally, top with soda water.
16. Tequila Pineapple
Nothing says summer more than sipping on pineapple juice. This is the perfect mixed drink to sip on by the pool.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco or reposado tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled pineapple juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and pineapple juice. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
17. Tequila Soda
This classic recipe is light and refreshing, especially with a dash of lime juice. For a richer tasting tequila soda, substitute blanco tequila for reposado tequila.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco or reposado tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled soda water
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and soda water. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
18. Tequila and Orange Soda
The nostalgic flavor of orange soda is perfect when paired with a shot of tequila.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blanco tequila
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled orange soda
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and orange soda. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
19. Vodka Martini
It may come as a surprise that the beloved martini classifies as a mixed drink. With only two ingredients, it's easy to mix up at home.
- ½ ounce (15 ml) dry vermouth
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
Instructions: Add dry vermouth, vodka, and optionally, one dash of orange or aromatic bitters to a mixing glass filled partway with ice. Stir until very cold, about 20 - 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
20. Vodka Cranberry
Vodka and cranberry are a great match, especially if you love a tart drink.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled cranberry juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in vodka and cranberry juice. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
21. Vodka Soda
This drink is perfect for making with your favorite infused vodka brands, like Ketel One Botanicals, Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions, or Gallant.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled soda water
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in vodka and soda water. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of citrus juice.
22. Vodka and Red Bull
Need a pick-me-up at the end of the night? This is the perfect mixed drink to get you amped.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled Red Bull energy drink
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in vodka and Red Bull.
23. Greyhound
On a warm summer day, this mixed drink is sure to quench your thirst.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled grapefruit juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in vodka and grapefruit juice. Optionally, top with soda water.
24. Orange Creamsicle
Everyone loves a fruity mixed drink, especially one reminiscent of your favorite frozen treat.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vanilla vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled orange soda
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in vanilla vodka and orange soda.
25. Sour Apple
Looking for a drink that everyone will love? Try this sour apple vodka concoction.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) green apple vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled lemon lime soda
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in green apple vodka and lemon lime soda.
26. Cherry Limeade
If you love drinking cherry limeade slushies or sparkling water, you'll love this alcoholic version.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) cherry vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled limeade
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in cherry vodka and limeade. Optionally, garnish with a lime wedge or maraschino cherry.
27. Blue Hawaiian
Adding flavored vodka to pineapple juice is the perfect mix for a fruity, summertime drink.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) blueberry vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled pineapple juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in blueberry vodka and pineapple juice.
28. Tropical Pineapple
You'll love this refreshing blend of pineapple and coconut that will transport you directly to the beach.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) coconut vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled pineapple juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in coconut vodka and pineapple juice.
29. Spiked Lemonade
This classic summer drink has the perfect boozy twist with Citron vodka.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) citron vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled pink lemonade
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in citron vodka and pink lemonade.
30. Spiked Limemade
If you're looking for a tart and refreshing drink that packs a punch, you must try this spiked limeade.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) watermelon vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled limeade
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in watermelon vodka and limeade.
31. Gin and Lemonade
For a refreshing and light mixed drink, try a combination of London gin and lemonade.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) gin
- 5 ounces (150 ml) chilled lemonade
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in gin and lemonade. Optionally, garnish with a lemon wheel.
32. Gin and Tonic
You've probably ordered this drink many times at the bar, and for a good reason. Not only is it delicious, but it's also an easy drink to end the night with.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) gin
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled tonic water
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in gin and tonic water. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lemon.
33. Salty Dog
You can think of the Salty Dog as the cousin of the vodka and grapefruit Greyhound drink. It's tangy and delicious.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) gin
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled grapefruit juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in gin and grapefruit juice. Optionally, rim the glass with salt and top with soda water.
34. Gin Soda
If you need a mixed drink that goes down easy, you can always turn to the classic gin and soda combo.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) gin
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled soda water
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in gin and soda water. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lemon or lime.
35. French 75
Add a little fizz to your gin with this champagne-based drink.
- 1 ounce (30 ml) gin
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled brut champagne
Instructions: Add gin and champagne to a champagne flute. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lemon.
36. Gin Martini
If you're a fan of the vodka martini, you'll probably also love a gin-based martini.
- ½ ounce (15 ml) dry vermouth
- 2 ounces (60 ml) gin
Instructions: Add dry vermouth, gin, and optionally one dash of orange or aromatic bitters to a mixing glass filled partway with ice. Stir until very cold, about 20 - 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
37. Cucumber Martini
Once summer rolls around, it's time to switch your martini to something with a crisp and light twist.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) gin
- 3 ounces (90 ml) cucumber juice
Instructions: Add gin, cucumber juice, and optionally, a squeeze of lime or simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled partway with ice. Shake until very cold, about 20 - 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
38. Dark 'n' Stormy
This mixed drink is a classic for a good reason. The dark, rich rum perfectly balances the spiciness of the ginger beer.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) dark rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled ginger beer
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in dark rum and ginger beer. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
39. Rum and Coke
Often referred to as a Cuba Libre, this classic cocktail combines two delicious ingredients you probably already have laying around at home.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) light or dark rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled cola
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in rum and cola. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
40. Rum and Pineapple Juice
If you're in the mood for a tropical drink, mix up this fruity rum-based drink, and pretend you're sipping it on a warm beach.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) coconut rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled pineapple juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in rum and pineapple juice.
41. Rum Coconut Water
This is a perfectly balanced mixed drink that's easy to whip up on a hot summer day.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) light rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled coconut water
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in rum and coconut water. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
42. Rum Juice
This is a simplified version of your favorite party jungle juice. Optionally, add in another ½ ounce (15 ml) of vodka for an extra boozy kick.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) light rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled fruit juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in rum and fruit juice.
43. Spiced Rum and Ginger Beer
Spicy ginger beer and spiced rum are a match-mate in heaven. Think of this as a rum version of your favorite Moscow mule.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) spiced rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled ginger beer
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in spiced rum and ginger beer. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime.
44. Rum and Cream Soda
The caramel flavor of the rum pairs perfectly with sweet cream soda.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) dark rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled cream soda
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in dark rum and cream soda. Optionally, garnish with a maraschino cherry.
45. Hurricane
You'll love this simplified version of your favorite hurricane cocktail.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) light rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled passion fruit juice
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in rum and passion fruit juice. Optionally, finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
46. Rum Soda
If you're looking for a simple mixed drink that highlights the flavor of rum, make a rum soda.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) light rum
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled soda water
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in rum and soda water. Optionally, muddle mint leaves before assembling the drink.
47. Mint Julep
This iconic mixed drink is perfect for the hot summer months. With the addition of mint, this cocktail is perfectly balanced and refreshing.
- 2 ½ ounces (75 ml) bourbon
Instructions: Lightly muddle 4 - 5 mint leaves and 2 sugar cubes in a lowball glass. Add bourbon. Fill the glass with crushed ice.
48. Whiskey Coke
This is an easy-to-make drink that combines the smokey flavor of whiskey with the sweet taste of Coca-Cola. Use Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey for a Jack and Coke.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) whiskey
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled cola
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in whiskey and cola. Optionally, garnish with a lemon wedge.
49. Whiskey and Ginger Beer
Whiskey and ginger beer are the perfect mix for a delicious at-home drink.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) whiskey
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled ginger beer
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in whiskey and ginger beer. Optionally, garnish with a lime wedge.
50. Whiskey Lemonade
This is the perfect backyard barbecue cocktail that's a little tart and a little smokey.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) whiskey
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled lemonade
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in whiskey and lemonade. Optionally, garnish with a maraschino cherry.
51. Bourbon and Ginger Ale
Looking for a satisfying cocktail to enjoy after a long day? These two flavors combine for an easy-to-sip drink recipe.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) bourbon
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled ginger ale
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in bourbon and ginger ale. Optionally, garnish with a lemon wedge.
52. Bourbon and Iced Tea
If you're looking for an easy mixed drink that's perfect to sip on during the summer, you're going to want to try this one!
- 2 ounces (60 ml) bourbon
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled iced tea
Instructions: Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in bourbon, iced tea, and a splash of simple syrup for additional sweetness if desired. Optionally, garnish with a lemon wedge.
53. Godfather
This is a sophisticated and smooth cocktail that will give you a rich and flavorful sipping experience.
- ½ ounce (15 ml) amaretto
- 2 ounces (60 ml) scotch
Instructions: Add amaretto and scotch to a mixing glass filled partway with ice. Stir until very cold, about 20 - 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled lowball glass filled with fresh ice.
54. Champagne and Strawberry Puree
If you're looking for a fun and effortless mixed drink for a party, this combination should be your new go-to.
- 1 ounce (30 ml) strawberry puree or chilled strawberry juice
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled champagne or prosecco
Instructions: Pour strawberry puree or strawberry juice and champagne or prosecco into a champagne flute.
55. Mimosa
This classic mixed drink is popular for a reason. It's easy, delicious, and fruity.
- 1 ounce (30 ml) chilled orange juice
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled champagne or prosecco
Instructions: Pour orange juice and champagne or prosecco into a champagne flute.
56. Bellini
This is another delicious mixed drink that's perfect for serving alongside brunch.
- 1 ounce (30 ml) peach puree or chilled peach juice
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled champagne or prosecco
Instructions: Pour peach puree or peach juice and champagne or prosecco into a champagne flute.
57. Hugo Spritz
This classic Italian spritz is known for the light, floral taste of elderflower liqueur. To really amp up the flavor, muddle some mint and lemon in the glass before adding the ingredients listed below.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) St. Germain elderflower liqueur
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled prosecco
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice. Pour in elderflower liqueur and prosecco. Optionally, top with 1 ounce (30ml) of soda water and garnish with a lemon wedge.
58. Limoncello Spritz
If you're a lemon lover, this is the perfect summertime spritz for you. I'd suggest making a large batch because you won't be able to just drink one.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) limoncello
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled prosecco
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice. Pour in limoncello and prosecco. Optionally, top with 1 ounce (30ml) of soda water and garnish with a lemon wedge.
59. Aperol Spritz
No doubt, you'll want a bitter orange Aperol spritz to cool you down on a hot summer day.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) aperol
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled prosecco
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice. Pour in aperol and prosecco. Optionally, top with 1 ounce (30ml) of soda water and garnish with an orange wedge.
60. Campari Spritz
Campari is a bright, bitter liqueur that's the perfect base for this Italian inspired cocktail.
- 2 ounces (60 ml) campari
- 4 ounces (120 ml) chilled prosecco
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice. Pour in campari and prosecco. Optionally, top with 1 ounce (30ml) of soda water and garnish with an orange wedge.
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