Summer cocktails: refreshing drinks for hot days

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When it’s this hot out I like to cool off with summer cocktails with fruity flavors that bring to mind afternoons relaxing on a tropical beach. These summer cocktail recipes are easy and delicious, with our without alcohol.

Blood Orange Spritz

Blood orange soda
Lime wedge
Gin or vodka (optional)

In a tall glass, combine ice cubes, orange soda, and a squeeze of lime, plus 1-2 shots alcohol (optional). Stir gently.

Peach Pleaser

4 – 6 oz peach soda, chilled
Canned pineapple slices in juice, chilled
Lime wedge
Gin or vodka (optional)

Cut one pineapple slice into 4 pieces and thread onto a toothpick. In a tall glass, combine ice cubes, peach soda, a splash of pineapple juice, and a squeeze of lime, plus 1-2 shots alcohol (optional). Stir gently then place the spent lime wedge and pineapple garnish on top.

 

Published by Sarah Scully

Sarah is a librarian as well as an avid knitter and occasional knitwear designer. She also enjoys cooking, gardening, hiking, reading, painting, and writing with fountain pens.