5 Refreshing Summer Drinks You’ll Be Craving All Season Long 🍹☀️

1. Aperol Spritz

The Aperol Spritz remains a top favorite for summer sipping. This Italian classic combines Aperol, prosecco, and soda water, offering a slightly bitter, citrusy flavor that’s both refreshing and light. It’s perfect for brunches, poolside lounging, or evening gatherings.

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz Prosecco
  • 2 oz Aperol
  • 1 oz Soda water
  • Orange slice for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Fill a wine glass with ice.
  2. Pour in the Prosecco, followed by Aperol.
  3. Add a splash of soda water.
  4. Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.

2. Watermelon Mojito

A fruity twist on the classic mojito, the Watermelon Mojito is both hydrating and flavorful. The combination of fresh watermelon and mint makes it a standout choice for summer.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 1 oz Fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz Simple syrup
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup Watermelon chunks
  • Club soda
  • Lime wedge and mint sprig for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Muddle the watermelon chunks and mint leaves in a shaker.
  2. Add rum, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well.
  4. Strain into a glass filled with ice.
  5. Top with club soda and garnish with a lime wedge and mint sprig.

3. Frozen Margarita

The Frozen Margarita is a timeless summer favorite, offering a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty flavors. It’s ideal for cooling down on a hot day.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Tequila
  • 1 oz Triple sec
  • 1 oz Fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup Ice
  • Salt for rimming the glass
  • Lime wheel for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Rim the glass with lime juice and dip in salt.
  2. In a blender, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and ice.
  3. Blend until smooth.
  4. Pour into the prepared glass and garnish with a lime wheel.

4. Piña Colada

Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with a classic Piña Colada. This creamy, sweet cocktail is a blend of rum, coconut, and pineapple flavors.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz White rum
  • 1 oz Coconut cream
  • 1 oz Heavy cream
  • 6 oz Fresh pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup Crushed ice
  • Pineapple slice and cherry for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with a pineapple slice and cherry.

5. Frosé (Frozen Rosé)

Frosé is a chic and refreshing frozen cocktail made with rosé wine and strawberries. It’s perfect for brunches or afternoon gatherings.

Ingredients:

  • 1 bottle Rosé wine
  • 1/2 cup Strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 oz Lemon juice
  • 1 oz Simple syrup
  • 1 cup Ice

Instructions:

1.Serve immediately in chilled glasses

2.Pour rosé into a shallow container and freeze until almost solid.

3.In a blender, combine frozen rosé, strawberries, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice.

4.Blend until smooth.

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Hello there! My name is Shirley, a proud Brazilian by birth and a passionate home decor and table setting enthusiast by choice. For more than twenty years, I’ve been weaving the rich tapestry of my Brazilian heritage into the diverse cultural fabric of the United States, calling this beautiful country my home.

I firmly believe that beauty does more than just please the eyes—it nurtures the soul and brings joy to everyday life. This belief is the cornerstone of my blog, where I share my love for creating beautiful, soul-soothing spaces. Whether it’s through the perfect table setting for a heartfelt gathering or the thoughtful decor that turns a house into a home, I’m here to inspire you with ideas that celebrate beauty in every nook and cranny. Join me on this journey of transformation, where together, we’ll explore the art of making spaces that are not only visually appealing but also a haven for the body and soul. Let’s create beautiful places together.

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