Summer is a time for being outside around family and friends, and there is no better way to enjoy the summertime then with a refreshing cocktail. With the warm weather right around the corner, you need to have a few good cocktail recipes on hand for those summer BBQ’s. So there's no better time than now to start thinking of some fun cocktails to enjoy. It's also important to take advantage of all the summer fruits coming into season, so check out these 5 delicious summer cocktail recipes below.
Coconut Rum Punch
This fruity cocktail is not only delicious but it is so easy to make. The colors are amazing and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It uses pineapple juice, ginger ale, and orange juice as the main ingredients. For the full recipe click here
Summer Sangria
Nothing says summer like fresh fruit, and only the best fruit seems to be in season during the summer. Who doesn’t love pineapple and watermelon? And this sangria calls for BOTH ingredients. We have no doubt once you try it you’ll be hooked! Full recipe here
Strawberry Peach White Wine Slushie
It wouldn’t be summer without a nice refreshing slushy. This recipe is so easy, you’ll want to be making them all summer. It is also relatively health conscious (as far as cocktails go). The only ingredients are white wine, fresh fruit, and ice! Click here for the full recipe.
There are many factors that make a good summer cocktail, but the main one is fruit. Fruits can be so versatile and really be used in just about any drink. There are a bunch of different ways to make a margarita but this one definitely takes the cake on creativity. Full recipe here