As the days become longer and the sun shines brighter, it’s time to celebrate the start of summer! Whether you’re hosting a pool party, BBQ, tailgate, or any other kind of summer gathering, you’ll want to have some delicious summer cocktails on hand. These summer cocktail recipes will surely be a hit at any festive gathering.
Mango Habanero Marg
Nothing says summer quite like a delicious margarita! The Mango Habanero Marg is the perfect choice for a unique and spicy twist on a classic margarita. This delicious blend of sweet mango and hot habanero syrup creates a perfectly balanced cocktail — a great accompaniment to a hot summer day. Next time you’re looking for a fun and unique cocktail to enjoy, try the Mango Habanero Marg and enjoy a classic margarita with a spicy summer twist!
Recipe:
1 oz tequila
0.5 oz mezcal
0.75 oz lime juice
0.75 oz mango purée
0.5 oz habanero simple syrup
1. Add the tequila, mezcal, lime juice, mango, and habanero syrup into a shaker tin.
2. Fill the tin with ice and shake well until chilled.
3. Strain into a rocks glass, add fresh ice, and garnish with a lime wheel.
Palisade Smash
The Palisade Smash is a delightful bourbon-based cocktail that is perfect for those who prefer the rich flavor of bourbon. It is a refreshing variation of the classic bourbon smash, with an added hint of fruity sweetness from the peach. Enjoy this delightful summer cocktail and savor the sweet flavor of peaches combined with the smooth flavor of bourbon.
Recipe:
1.5 oz bourbon
1 oz peach purée
0.5 oz lemon juice
4 mint leaves (muddled)
- Add the bourbon, peach purée, lemon juice, and mint leaves into a shaker tin.
- Fill the tin with ice and shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass, add fresh ice, and garnish with a mint sprig.
Starlino Rose Spritz
The Starlino Rose Spritz is a unique and flavorful twist on a classic spritz, perfect for any summer occasion. This refreshing cocktail features a blend of Starlino Rose Aperitivo, and sparkling wine. The result is a light and bubbly libation with a delicately floral aroma that is perfect for sipping on a sunny day. Enjoy this unique spritz at your next summer gathering or as a refreshing treat on its own. Cheers!
Recipe:
2 oz sparkling wine
1 oz Starlino Rose Aperitivo
1 oz sparkling water
1. Add the wine, Starlino, and sparkling water to a wine glass.
2. Fill the glass with ice and stir until blended.
3. Garnish with an orange slice.
Jungle Bird
Tiki cocktails are the perfect summer beverage! This beautifully tropical cocktail has a sweet and fruity flavor that is nicely balanced with a slightly bitter orange kick. Enjoy this classic tiki cocktail at your next summer gathering!
Recipe:
1.5 oz rum
0.25 oz Blackstrap Rum
0.75 oz Campari
0.5 oz lime juice
0.25 oz simple syrup
1.5 oz pineapple juice
- Add the rum, Campari, lime juice, simple syrup, and pineapple juice into a shaker tin.
- Fill the tin with ice and shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass, add fresh ice and garnish with a lime wheel.
We hope you enjoy these unique and refreshing cocktail recipes! As the warm days of summer start to take hold, it’s time to break out the shakers and mix up something special. Check out our 2023 cocktail lookbook to see the rest of our cocktail offerings. Whether you’re sipping something light and refreshing, or going for something with a bit more of a kick, our lookbook has something for everyone. So raise your glass and toast to the start of summer with an ice-cold drink in hand!