10 Must-Try Easy To Make Summer Cocktails for Your Next Event
Summer events are all about sunshine, good company, and refreshing cocktails that keep the vibe lively and fun. Whether you’re hosting a beachside wedding, a backyard soirée, or a luxury gathering in The Hamptons, serving the right drinks can elevate your event. Here are 10 must-try, easy to make summer cocktails that will impress your guests and keep them cool all season long.
1. Hampton Spritz
A sophisticated and refreshing replica on the classic Aperol Spritz, the Hampton Spritz is perfect for a chic summer party.
Ingredients:
2 oz Aperol
3 oz Prosecco
1 oz club soda
Orange slice, for garnish
Instructions: Fill a wine glass with ice, add Aperol, top with Prosecco and club soda, and stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice.
2. Spicy Mango Margarita
For those who love a little heat, this tropical margarita is a game-changer.
Ingredients:
2 oz tequila
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz mango puree
½ oz triple sec
2 jalapeño slices
Tajín for rim
Instructions: Rim glass with Tajín. Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a glass over fresh ice, and garnish with a jalapeño slice.
3. Watermelon Basil Cooler
A light, hydrating cocktail that screams summer.
Ingredients:
2 oz vodka
3 oz fresh watermelon juice
½ oz lime juice
3 basil leaves
Club soda
Instructions: Muddle basil with lime juice, add vodka and watermelon juice, shake with ice, strain into a glass with ice, and top with club soda.
4. Coconut Pineapple Mojito
A tropical twist on the classic mojito that transports you straight to the beach.
Ingredients:
2 oz white rum
1 oz coconut cream
2 oz pineapple juice
½ oz lime juice
Mint leaves
Club soda
Instructions: Muddle mint with lime juice, add rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice, shake with ice, strain into a glass, and top with club soda.
5. Cucumber Elderflower Fizz
A light and floral cocktail that’s as elegant as it is refreshing.
Ingredients:
2 oz gin
½ oz elderflower liqueur
½ oz lime juice
3 cucumber slices
Club soda
Instructions: Shake gin, elderflower liqueur, and lime juice with ice, strain into a glass over fresh ice, and top with club soda. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon.
6. Blueberry Lavender Collins
A fruity yet refined take on the classic Tom Collins.
Ingredients:
2 oz gin
1 oz lemon juice
½ oz lavender syrup
¼ cup fresh blueberries
Club soda
Instructions: Muddle blueberries with lemon juice and lavender syrup, add gin, shake with ice, strain into a glass, and top with club soda.
7. Strawberry Basil Gin Smash
Perfect for garden parties, this cocktail is packed with fresh flavors.
Ingredients:
2 oz gin
3 fresh strawberries
3 basil leaves
½ oz lemon juice
½ oz honey syrup
Instructions: Muddle strawberries and basil with lemon juice and honey syrup, add gin, shake with ice, strain into a glass, and serve over fresh ice.
8. Passionfruit Rum Punch
A bold and tropical crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
2 oz dark rum
1 oz passionfruit juice
½ oz orange juice
½ oz lime juice
½ oz simple syrup
Instructions: Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a glass over ice, and garnish with a lime wheel.
9. Peach Bourbon Smash
A perfect mix of sweet and strong, ideal for late summer nights.
Ingredients:
2 oz bourbon
½ oz peach puree
½ oz lemon juice
½ oz honey syrup
Mint leaves
Instructions: Muddle mint with lemon juice and honey syrup, add bourbon and peach puree, shake with ice, and strain into a glass over fresh ice.
10. Frozen Rosé (Frosé)
A summer staple that never goes out of style.
Ingredients:
1 bottle of rosé wine
1 cup frozen strawberries
1 oz lemon juice
½ oz simple syrup
Instructions: Blend all ingredients until smooth, pour into glasses, and garnish with a strawberry slice.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re planning a private event, small wedding, or a summer bash in The Hamptons, these must-try cocktails will bring a refreshing and stylish touch to your gathering. Want to elevate your event even further and not have to cater to your guests but enjoy your party instead? Cocktails & Dreams Mobile Bar specializes in crafting custom cocktail experiences tailored to your theme and guests' preferences. Our professional bartending service takes care of everything you need that is related to your bar service at your event, this way you can be a part of the party and have some fun too! Contact us today to bring luxury mixology to your next celebration!