Easy Summer Cocktail Recipes
Posted: 06/06/2023
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Looking for easy summer cocktail recipes to cool off and unwind? This collection of refreshing and hassle-free cocktails is perfect for backyard barbecues or poolside lounging, guaranteed to transport you to a tropical paradise with every sip.
Summer is here, and what better way to embrace the season than by indulging in a delightful cocktail (or non-alcoholic mocktail)?
Whether you’re planning a backyard gathering, a relaxing poolside retreat, or simply seeking a refreshing sip after a long day, we’ve got you covered. These easy summer cocktail recipes will quench your thirst and keep you cool all season long.
Check out the cocktail recipes listed below and start your planning! My favorites are a classic Aperol spritz or a refreshing glass of frosé (a frozen rosé and strawberry slushie).
Some of the cocktail recipes can also be made into non-alcoholic beverages!
And what goes better with a cocktail than an irresistible appetizer? Try bacon wrapped dates, Mexicali dip, air fryer coconut shrimp, or crab rangoon dip.
If the list below doesn’t quench your thirst, browse all of our beverage recipes where you’ll find recipes for smoothies, shakes, juices, and more.
Summer Cocktail Recipes
Frosé
Rosé wine blended with frozen strawberries is the ultimate summer refreshment!
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French 75
Bright and sunshiny, this lemon, gin, and sparkling wine cocktail is a classic for a good reason!
Check out this recipe
Aperol Spritz Recipe
Another classic summer cocktail, an aperol spritz is slightly bitter, slightly sweet, and so very refreshing!
Check out this recipe
Vodka Lemonade
Vodka lemonade is super easy to make and always a crowd pleaser! Ours has a special White Claw twist!
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Raspberry Rosé Spritzer
We love a spritzer in the summer and this raspberry rosé spritzer is refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make!
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Paloma Recipe – Spicy or Traditional
Whether you like it sweet or spicy, this grapefruit tequila cocktail is perfect with tacos or nachos!
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White Wine Spritzer with Berry Ice Cubes
This refreshing white wine spritzer with berry ice cubes is the epitome of sweet sophistication for all your summer celebrations.
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Bay Breeze Recipe
If you love a fruity drink, this one is for you! Tart cranberry and sweet pineapple juice are perfectly paired in this refreshing cocktail!
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Classic Gin and Tonic Recipe – tips to make the best!
You can't go wrong with a classic gin and tonic! Try adding muddled cucumber for something different and unique!
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Rosé Spritzer
Another great spritzer, this rosé spritzer only needs two ingredients!
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Strawberry Margarita Punch
If you like a sweeter drink, try this strawberry margarita punch!
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Frozen Sangria Slushie Recipe
I honestly like this cocktail better than traditional sangria because you don't have to fish fruit out of your glass after you drink the sangria!
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Mojito Milkshake
A mash-up between a cocktail and a milkshake, this mojito milkshake is the ultimate summer refresher!
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Sparkling Pink Lemonade (with cocktail option!)
Whether you make this one a cocktail or a mocktail, you're sure to be satisfied and refreshed!
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Blood Orange Martini
The color of this cocktail is bright and fun, and the flavor is undeniably delicious!
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Pineapple Margarita (or Mezcal Margarita)
Shake up a refreshing homemade pineapple margarita for a refreshing change this summer. Try both options: with tequila or with smoky mezcal.
Check out this recipe
Lihle says
I love to make cocktail
Rachel Gurk says
Same!
Bri | Bites of Bri says
Great roundup Rachel! I cannot wait to try some of these from each category.
Kate @ Diethood says
Goodness… everything sounds so good! And I LOOOVE that first photo! Wish I could start sippin’ on it!!
Thank you for including my Spritzer!
Christy @ My Invisible Crown says
Love these!!! Such a great list and so many options. :)
Julia says
Great round-up! Saving this for some of our upcoming parties!
denise says
nice selection
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
I seriously miss real cocktails but I love that there are so many non-alcoholic options!