A Life in Food by real-life Chef Cheryl Bennett
As the temperatures climb, the need for a cold drink becomes a necessity. While a tall glass of iced tea is lovely, sometimes a boozy beverage is where it’s at. These 30 easy summer cocktails will have you sipping on a refreshing libation in no time.
You’ll find everything from wine cocktails to frozen bourbon here, so snag your spirit of choice and let’s toast to the summer!
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Strawberry sangria – rosé wine mixed with fresh strawberries, lemons and limes makes a refreshing and simple pitcher drink that is perfect for summer.
Summertime means pitcher drinks. Strawberry sangria uses perfectly ripe, plump strawberries with rosé wine to make a pretty cocktail that is great for entertaining. For a delicious and unique sangria cocktail, try this Rosé Summer Sangria with Elderflower.
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A wine spritzer is a summertime staple. Light and refreshing, this strawberry cherry wine spritzer is a tasty way to brighten up a bit of wine and club soda. Meet your new deliciously easy summer drink.
This is the time of year when we have backyard bbq’s, we host outdoor gatherings of all kinds and have summer parties just because we want to see our friends. Make a pitcher or two of these to serve at your next summer soirée.
This recipe is made with white wine, but you could easily swap it with rosé or vodka. Looking for a mocktail? I have a variation for an alcohol-free drink as well to make it kid-friendly.
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Looking for a really good spritzer recipe? This strawberry spritzer is light and as far as spritzer recipes go, it’s pretty straightforward. These types of drinks are not heavy on the alcohol, which makes them ideal for warmer days.
Like a sangria, it is a great option when having a gathering. It is full of strawberry flavor and the lovely pink hue comes not only from the rosé wine, but also the berries themselves. This is the perfect summer sipper. Summer is a great time to make a variety of spritzer recipes because there is so much fruit in season. Quick and easy to make, this drink only has a handful of ingredients. So, make a pitcher and invite a few friends over!
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Apple cider bourbon cocktails are perfect for fall. Fresh apple cider is readily available and bourbon is its perfect match. With a dash of nutmeg and cinnamon, this apple cider and bourbon drink will be your new fall favorite.
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This Mint Julep Kombucha Cocktail recipe has 4 ingredients and takes 5 minutes to make. Try this twist on a classic mint julep while you’re watching the derby or when you just want to wear a big hat and feel a little fancy.
A kombucha cocktail? I already know what you’re thinking. Before you roll your eyes at me, let me plead my case. I’ve been on a bit of a kombucha kick for awhile now. So much so that I’ve started brewing my own at home, which lead me to wonder what else I could do with it. If you are unfamiliar with kombucha, let me explain what it is. It’s fermented tea. Does that mean it’s alcoholic on its own? Barely. The alcohol content is so low (we’re talking about a half of one percent), that it isn’t an issue for me. Clearly, since I just threw a shot of bourbon in it.
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Dinner Divas is back! Can you believe it’s already the second week of June?! I can not. The weeks are FLYING by and I feel like I need to press “pause” so I can catch up. Although it isn’t officially summer, it is in full swing here. Summer in Florida means rain and lots of it. I can’t complain though, because it’s better than three feet of snow in January.
How it works: Every Friday morning, a new meal plan will show up in your email. It will consist of 5 dinner options, plus 2 extras. Those two extras could be side dishes, dessert, drinks, etc. The Dinner Divas weekly menu plans will feature (mostly) healthy, seasonal foods that don’t take all day to prepare. Getting the weekly menu delivered to your inbox on Friday morning gives you the chance to make your shopping list and get organized for the week ahead. We’ve got so much good stuff this week! I’d love to hear from you & see your creations! Post a pic using #DinnerDivas and tag @pookspantry! I hope this weekly menu plan provides inspiration and makes life a little easier… one meal at a time.
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Rosé sangria is my summer drink. It’s light, crisp and enjoyed chilled to combat the heat of summer. This is a great way to enjoy a less expensive bottle of rosé. Filled with berries, stone fruit and lemons, it is the ultimate summer sangria.
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The Bloody Mary. It is THE quintessential brunch beverage, yet I only have them at a restaurant. Brunch and Bloody Mary’s go hand in hand. We are going to make a restaurant-style bloody mary recipe at home. I made a killer batch of bloody mary’s last weekend and they were hands-down one of the best I’ve ever had.
First things first, we are making it from scratch. The difference is remarkable when you don’t use a store-bought mix. The drink tastes MUCH fresher and brighter, which if I’m being perfectly honest, can be dangerous. I’m usually a two drink max kind of girl and I had two drinks in no time flat. Consider yourself warned, because they go down Very Easily. This is the best bloody mary recipe and one you’ll want to make over and over.
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Crisp fall air and leaves turning shades of red and burnished orange, the crackle of them under your feet as you walk down the street with hands snuggled deep inside your pockets. Autumn is by far my favorite season. The temperatures begin to cool down at night, calling for an extra blanket or a down comforter. This is something I miss now that I live south of the Mason Dixon line. It’s only been 3 and a half years, but I doubt I’ll ever really get used to the lack of (distinguishable) seasons.
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