Our 21 Best Cocktail Recipes To Cool Off With
As the summer months linger on and weather remains hot, whipping up one of these refreshing beverages will cool you down during that afternoon heat.
Drink Recipes
Tropical Rum Shandy Recipe
We gave a classic shandy an upgrade with rum, 3 tropical fruit juices, a good wheat beer, and a spicy Tajin rim, in this perfectly refreshing summer sipper.
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe
Lime juice ice cubes, freshly-frozen strawberries, and a simple syrup made with turbinado sugar turn this frozen daiquiri recipe into one sophisticated sipper.
Texas Margarita
A Texas margarita adds fresh orange juice to the classic tequila and lime! Here’s my 5-minute recipe, plus a pitcher…
Whiskey Sour with Egg White
Here’s how to make a whiskey sour with egg white! The frothy foam topping is the cherry on top of…
Tokyo Tea
Tokyo Tea is a bright green spin on Long Island Iced Tea made with Midori melon liqueur. It’s sweet, citrusy,…
Strawberry Sangria
This strawberry sangria made the Spanish way, with strawberries, dry rosé, and orange liqueur. Here’s how to build the pitcher…
8 Summer Mocktails To Make on Repeat
These summer mocktails are bubbly, fruity, and refreshing: from a virgin margarita to a non alcoholic spritz! Each one is…
Non Alcoholic Aperol Spritz
This non alcoholic Aperol spritz has all the herbal citrusy flavor of the Italian classic, but no alcohol required. It’s…
Bourbon Lemonade
Bourbon lemonade is the ideal two-ingredient summer cocktail: sweet-tart fresh lemonade with a warm whiskey finish. Here’s how to make…
Watermelon Sangria
This watermelon sangria is fruity, refreshing, and made for a crowd. Blend fresh melon with white wine and brandy for…
How to Make French Press Coffee
Learn how to make French press coffee with the perfect coffee to water ratio! This simple method makes a rich,…
Bijou Cocktail
The Bijou cocktail is a classic gin drink named for the colors of jewels, using gin, sweet vermouth, and green…
Best Cocchi Americano Cocktails
Cocchi Americano is an Italian aperitivo that’s a fitting addition to your home bar! Its crisp flavor is great on…
Rose Sangria
Here’s how to make rose sangria with just a handful of fruit and dry rosé wine. It’s a light, refreshing…
Cortado Coffee
A cortado coffee is an espresso drink with the perfect balance of milk and espresso! It’s a uniquely smooth pairing…
Pineapple Mint Slushie
This Pineapple Mint Slushie is the refreshing 3-ingredient summer drink you’ll be making on repeat this season! It’s got no…
Cappelletti Spritz
The Cappelletti Spritz is a delicious spin on the Aperol Spritz using Cappelletti Aperitivo. Here’s my easy 3-ingredient recipe for…
Blueberry Juice
Make fresh blueberry juice at home with a blender, ripe berries, and a squeeze of lemon. It’s a sweet-tart healthy…
Pastis Drink
Here’s how to make the classic French Pastis drink! It’s a refreshing mix of the anise-flavored liqueur and water. Looking…
Black Russian
Here’s how to make a Black Russian! This coffee-flavored vodka cocktail is perfect for after dinner drinks or an afternoon…
Cantaritos
Cantaritos are a citrusy Mexican tequila cocktail served in a clay cup with grapefruit soda and a squeeze of fresh…
Jungle Bird
The Jungle Bird is a tropical rum cocktail with a twist! Bitter Campari offsets sweet pineapple juice to make a…
Gibraltar Coffee
Gibraltar coffee is a rich espresso drink made with equal parts espresso and steamed milk: similar to a cortado, but…
Pear Martini
This pear martini recipe is full of sweet fruity flavor! It’s a delicious and easy cocktail for any occasion, great…