Big Batch Summer Cocktails to Help You Keep Your Cool
Watermelon Bellini
Recipe: Watermelon Bellini
Try this twist on a usual Bellini by incorporating seedless watermelon. You could also make this refreshing beverage with another summer melon.
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Papaya-Strawberry Cocktail
Recipe: Papaya-Strawberry Cocktail
Serve a cocktail filled with bright summer flavor at an outdoor fiesta. A favorite of San Antonio chef Johnny Hernandaz, this drink is best served over ice and garnished with orange slices and mint leaves.
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Fig-and-Bourbon Fizz
Recipe: Fig-and-Bourbon Fizz
Make the most of fig season by muddling the seasonal fruit and combining it with bourbon, brown sugar, and ginger ale.
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Big Batch Mint Tea Juleps
Recipe: Big Batch Mint Tea Juleps
Save on party prep time by stirring up a large pitcher of Big Batch Mint Tea Juleps. Serve it at your next Derby party or outdoor summer get-together.
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Peach Mojitos
Recipe: Peach Mojitos
Visit the farmers’ market for a basket of ripe peaches. This combination of sweet peaches and fresh mint will be your go-to summer drink.
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Pink Cadillac Margaritas
Recipe: Pink Cadillac Margaritas
Make a batch of festive, bright pink margaritas for your next taco party. Watch our how-to video for easy, step-by-step instructions.
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Strawberry Margarita Spritzers
Recipe: Strawberry Margarita Spritzers
Beat the heat with this colorful cocktail. Daiquiri mix adds takes its fruity flavor to the next level.
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Tequila Mojitos
Recipe: Tequila Mojitos
Guests will love this riff on a summer classic. Make the simply syrup the night before, and quickly whip up this crowd-pleasing cocktail before company arrives. Follow our how-to for perfecting the recipe.
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Sweet Tea Spritzer
Recipe: Sweet Tea Spritzer
An addition of cranberry juice adds more fruity flavor to this spiked Arnold Palmer.
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Frozen Sangría
Recipe: Frozen Sangría
Cool off with this cost-efficient, four-ingredient drink. Make it kid friendly by swapping the sangría for cranberry juice.
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Cajun Lemonade
Recipe: Cajun Lemonade
Liven up traditional lemonade with rum and a teaspoon of Tabasco.
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Honeysuckle-Watermelon Cocktails
Recipe: Honeysuckle-Watermelon Cocktails
What says summer more than fresh watermelon juice? Top it off with honeysuckle vodka, lemon-lime soda, and mint for a thirst-quenching cocktail.