3 Summer Cocktails Ideas
With the arrival of summer, it's time to cool off with some summer cocktails! Here are three cocktails made with gin, tequila, and rum that are perfect for hot summer days.
Gin Fizz Recipe
The Gin Fizz is a classic cocktail that was invented in the late 19th century. It's refreshing, light, and perfect for a hot summer day.
Ingredients:
4 cl gin
3 cl fresh lemon juice
1.5 cl simple syrup
Club soda
Ice
Instructions:
In a shaker filled with ice, pour the gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
Pour the mixture into a cocktail glass filled with ice.
Top with club soda.
Garnish with a slice of lemon and a straw.
Margarita Recipe
The Margarita is a classic Mexican cocktail that is perfect for a hot summer day. There are several variations, but we're featuring the classic version made with tequila, fresh lime juice, and triple sec.
Ingredients:
5 cl tequila
2.5 cl fresh lime juice
2 cl triple sec
Salt
Ice
Instructions:
Rub the rim of a margarita glass with a lime wedge, then dip it in salt.
In a shaker filled with ice, pour the tequila, fresh lime juice, and triple sec.
Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
Pour the mixture into the salt-rimmed margarita glass filled with ice.
Garnish with a lime wedge.
Piña Colada Recipe
The Piña Colada is a creamy tropical cocktail made with rum, pineapple juice, and coconut milk. It's perfect for a hot summer day spent at the beach
Ingredients:
6 cl white rum
6 cl pineapple juice
6 cl coconut milk
Ice
Pineapple and cherries for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, blend the rum, pineapple juice, and coconut milk with ice.
Blend until the mixture is smooth.
Pour the mixture into a cocktail glass filled with ice.
Garnish with a pineapple slice and a cherry.
Which of these cocktails will refresh you first?
These summer cocktails are perfect for relaxing with friends at barbecues or outdoor gatherings. Serve them with fresh appetizers for a delightful summer aperitif.
Feel free to explore our hundreds of other cocktail recipes to find the one that will tantalize your taste buds!
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