There is nothing better than sipping on cool refreshing Summer Cocktails in the heat of summer. If you need some cocktail inspiration, you’ll find what you are looking for here.
If you have a favorite summer drink recipe, leave me a comment below telling me what it is!
To me, there is nothing better to entertain with than a great pitcher of sangria. And there are so many recipes that are perfect for summer.
White Sangria
This White Sangria Recipe comes together fast with just a few ingredients and is so perfect for entertaining – refreshing, delicious, and so easy to make!
A fun and fruity tropical twist on the classic white Sangria, this easy recipe is the perfect combination of a margarita and sangria creating the ultimate party drink.
This Pina Colada Sangria literally takes less than five minutes to throw together, but is so insanely delicious that you’ll want to make at least two batches, since your party guests will go nuts for it.
Give me a patio somewhere and a cold margarita with some tacos and I am a very happy girl.
The BEST Margarita Recipe
For the BEST margarita recipe, look no further! This refreshing classic comes together with only three ingredients so you’ll be in Margaritaville in no time. It’s easy to make a single drink or a pitcher in a matter of minutes. Tart, sweet, and the kick of tequila check all the boxes when it comes to a delicious cocktail.
This Strawberry Margarita recipe is so easy to throw together! And perfect to make as one or make a whole pitcher for a party. Ditch the strawberry margarita mix, this is all you need!
These Jalapeño Margaritas are an easy spin on classic margaritas, and a cocktail that you are sure to fall in love with! Not too spicy, not too strong, absolutely perfect!
This Strawberry Mango Margarita recipe is sweet, slightly tart and bursting with refreshing fruit. Super easy to make at home, this cocktail is sure to be a summertime favorite.
Everything you love about your favorite margarita, in a dessert form! If thick, creamy milkshakes are what you crave, but you’re also all about the cocktails right now, I promise this one will not disappoint!
This Coconut Margarita recipe is the perfect summer cocktail. Made with just four ingredients that are easy to keep on hand, you will sip this in the sun all season long.
The ultimate cool down drink is a nice frozen blended one. I have several recipes that are perfect and most of them are only three ingredients!
3 Ingredient Pina Colada
Throw out your Pina Colada Mix, you only need three ingredients for this easy Pina Colada recipe. The flavor trifecta of pineapple, coconut and rum just can’t be beat when it comes to feeling and tasting that tropical vibe.
If you are a lover of Rosé, you have to try this Strawberry Frose Recipe to make all your summer cocktail dreams come true! Only four ingredients and so easy to make!
This Three Ingredient Pink Party Punch comes together in less than five minutes and is SO delicious! Its bright pink hue and refreshing flavor makes it the best party punch recipe!
These Three Ingredient Wine Slushies happen to be Strawberry Wine Slushies, but using this recipe you could use any frozen fruit. You could even mix and match fruits for all sorts of different flavors!
These Red White and Blue Wine Slushies are the perfect patriotic treat! Made with three different types of wine, frozen fruit and a little simple syrup, these are going to be your go to Fourth of July cocktail!
Rum tends to make the best summer cocktails. Here are a few I love, starting with my favorite.
Mojito
Fragrant fresh mint leaves compliment light rum, bubbly club soda, tart lime juice, and simple syrup to create a cocktail that is delightfully refreshing and delicious! This simple recipe is balanced and just sweet enough, making it perfect for an evening on the patio or when you need your thirst quenched!
Juicy watermelon pairs beautifully with tart pineapple, lime juice and delicious white rum to create a tantalizing taste bud explosion! There are so many tropical flavors happening in this recipe, I promise it’ll be a huge hit. You can even leave the rum on the side and make it a great kid friendly drink!
With only FOUR ingredients, you can make this in about five minutes. Made with champagne and rum, it is a great twist on the classic Pina Colada and a festive punch for a crowd!
When all else fails, vodka is the perfect mixer to create a great summer cocktail recipe.
Moscow Mule
This is the best Moscow Mule Recipe! Moscow Mules are such a popular cocktail because Moscow Mule ingredients are so easy to come by and mix together to make the perfect flavor combination.
Made with just three ingredients, this vodka punch recipe whips up in a snap and can be stretched to please a huge crowd. The beautiful color, the icy cold tart flavor mixed with a hint of sweet sugar are what make this drink summer perfection!
This gorgeous vodka tonic recipe variation features juicy, ripe watermelon in its finest form: paired with alcohol! The sweet fruit, combined with tangy lemon vodka and refreshing tonic water will quench your summertime thirst and be a big hit at any gathering.
The famous Cosmopolitan Cocktail, made with vodka, a orange liqueur, lime juice, and a splash of cranberry juice is your go to ladies night drink. This martini cocktail was made for book clubs, gossip, and laughter.
Cookies and Cream Pudding Shots are a magical little creation that combine cookies and cream instant pudding, milk, more crushed cookies, and cake flavored vodka!
This Cherry Lime Vodka Tonic is the perfect amount of sweet and tart. Such a delicious and refreshing drink that is only three ingredients and beautiful red hue! A delicious twist on a classic cocktail.
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Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
I’m going to make it my mission to try every single one of these this summer! I already got one under my belt :) Thanks for including me!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Thank you for including me!!
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Wanna make it through the whole list by the end of summer?? (say yes!) Thanks for including me, Lisa!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
I am loving all the summer cocktails I’ve been seeing lately too! Love this round-up! Can’t wait to make a few of these this summer!
Donna says
Some of these cocktails sound delicious! Can’t wait to try. THANK you!!
You’re welcome!
Maria says
What a variety! So I’m time for the summer heat! Love to try them all🥰
Let me know which ones you try!