12 Easy Cocktails

Summer is in full swing, folks. And I can’t think of a better way to beat the heat than kicking back and sipping some refreshing and delicious easy cocktails.

These 12 easy summer cocktails recipes are all totally thirst-quenching and a breeze to make, so they’re just the thing to serve up at those summertime barbecues, pool parties, and to pack along for picnics and lazy afternoons at the beach.

Yeap, I have gathered up all my favorite fruity cocktail recipes. From Southern Peach Bourbon Smash, Jalapeño Strawberry Margarita, and Jamaican Rum Punch to Lemon Drop Martini, Raspberry Vodka Lemonade and and Boozy Watermelon Margarita Popsicles, summertime has never been soooooo sweet!

Cocktail Ingredients

Stock your kitchen with these basic cocktail ingredients and you can whip up any one of these delectable at home cocktail recipes whenever the mood strikes.

• Alcohols – rum, vodka, whiskey, bourbon, tequila.
• Mixers – orange juice, lemon juice, pomegranate juice, tonic water, ginger ale.
• Fruits – peaches, limes, lemons, oranges, pomegranate seeds, fresh berries.
• Sweeteners – simple syrup, sugar cubes, honey.
• Garnishes – fresh mint leaves, maraschino cherries, pearl onions, stuffed green olives.

Cocktail Tools Needed

• A sharp knife.
• A cutting board.
• Mason jars for serving.

Ready to learn how easy it is to whip up these truly sippable simple cocktails? Gather up your ingredients and let me show you how to make…..

12 Easy and Simple Cocktails You’ll Love

Peach Bourbon Smash

Peach Bourbon Smash is a refreshing Southern cocktail. 5 basic ingredients are all that’s needed to make this whiskey mixed drink recipe.

Bourbon Lemonade

This super easy Bourbon Lemonade Recipe is a quick, easy yet invigorating drink that’s made with just 2 simple ingredients!

Easy Lemon Drop Martini

This crowd-pleasing and refreshingly tart Lemon Drop Martini Cocktail recipe is an easy make-ahead drink that’s perfect for entertaining.

Jamaican Rum Punch

This Gorgeous Jamaican Rum Punch is a fun and flavorful summertime sipper. Combine 5 everyday ingredients and you’ll feel like you’re relaxing in the Caribbean.

Jalapeño Strawberry Margarita

Spice up your next BBQ, potluck, or take Taco Tuesdays to a whole new level with this awesomely unexpected Jalapeño Strawberry Margarita Recipe.

Raspberry Vodka Lemonade

Refreshing Raspberry Vodka Lemonade is a delicious adults-only drink that is full of classic summer flavor. Whip up a batch and store in the fridge so you can indulge whenever the mood strikes.

Pomegranate Martini

This sophisticated Pomegranate Martini recipe may look complicated, but comes together easily with just 4 simple ingredients! Perfect for those impromptu summer gatherings.

Salted Mango Margarita

Classic margarita combines with exotic island flavors to give you a truly unique cocktail. Whether you prefer it blended or on the rocks, you are going to love this Salted Mango Margarita recipe.

Guava Ginger Zinger Cocktail

Prepare your taste buds – this spicy and sweet Guava Ginger Zinger Cocktail is a refreshing, flavorful and uniquely delicious summer sipper that will keep you coming back for more.

Tropical Ginger Beer Punch

This tropical ginger beer punch is bursting with all those summertime colors and flavors. Serve up a true taste of the tropics with this delicious drink that features pineapple juice, orange juice, and zesty ginger beer.

Salted Watermelon Margarita Popsicles

Why should the kids have all the fun?! These Watermelon Margarita Popsicles are a refreshingly different way to enjoy your favorite cocktail and just the thing to get you through the dog days of summer.

Instant Pot Orange Mulled Wine

You may not think of mulled wine as a summer sipper, but when those dreary summertime storms blow in, a big simmering pot of colorful and fruity mulled wine is the perfect way to kick back and savor a rainy day.

Easy Cocktails Serving Suggestions

These tasty snacks are the perfect accompaniment for your summer sippers:

• Air Fryer Tortilla Chips.
• Spicy Roasted Cashew Nuts.
• Crunchy Air Fryer Chickpeas.

A word of caution: These sweet cocktails go down easily, so make sure to drink responsibly and be mindful of your consumption.

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