Beat the heat with one of these cool beverages.
It’s sure to keep you nice and cool.
Peach Lemonade
Fruity but not sweet, this peach drink is a must.
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Use fresh peaches to infuse homemade lemonade for an extra summery lemonade.
It’s simple, refreshing, and the freshly squeezed lemons gives the bubbly beverage a citrusy taste.
Tennessee Fruit Tea
Swap your usual pitcher of iced tea with our Tennessee Fruit Tea this summer.
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All you have to do is mix together sweet tea and pineapple-orange juice for the easiest ever refreshment.
For a spiked version, add a splash of vodka.
To turn it into a cocktail, we recommend punching it up with a little bourbon.
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Garnish with more mint leaves and lemon peel twists or wheels for flair.
Mint Margaritas
Anherby spinon your favorite margarita is a perfect summertime drink.
Gently muddling the herb helps infuse the cocktail with the fresh mint flavor and aroma.
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Alabama Slammer
Good news you don’t have to live in Alabama to enjoy this party punch.
Our secret for the clearest, best cup of the refreshment?
A pinch of baking soda.
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Perfect for picnics and porch parties alike.
Bonus: you’ve got the option to easily turn it into a big-batch version.
Frozen Blueberry Lemonade
Part smoothie, part scoopable sweet, this frozen lemonade is a serious treat.
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Pineapple-Coconut Fizz
Whip fresh pineapple and then add rum and coconut-flavored seltzer to complete this fizz.
We add a splash of hot sauce to this spiked lemonade, and trust us, it works.
Hibiscus Margarita With Sumac Salt
These fancy margs taste even better than they look!
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Watermelon Daiquiri
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Move over strawberries!
Daiquiri lovers will adore this tropical twist of rum, citrus and melon juice, and fresh watermelon.
Paloma
Master the art of the perfect paloma with our easy recipe.
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We infuse the tequila with fresh strawberries for a pretty pink hue, and tart berry flavor.
Strawberry Spritzers
This non-alcoholic drink is still full of flavor thanks to our homemade strawberry shrub.
Hurricane Cocktail
This strong cocktail was made for sipping.
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Our test kitchen professionals say don’t have more than two.
Bourbon Slush
This is one of ourmost searchedfor cocktail recipes in the summer.
Try it yourself and you’ll understand why so many people want the recipe.
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Vodka Cherry Limeade
This summer drink only requires one simple step: Stir.
While the liquor comes in a clear version, the green variety is key for the drinks signature color.
Watermelon Frose
Frose is exactly what it sounds like, frozen rose wine.
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Our recipe blends fresh watermelon into the mix for an adult version of a summer slushy.
Blackberry Pisco Sours
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This refreshing recipe is just another reason why we love summer blackberries.
If you could’t find pisco near you, use tequila or un-aged brandy.
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Honeysuckle-Watermelon Cocktails
This batch cocktail makes for a refreshing gathering drink.
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