These are the BEST Alcoholic Summer Drinks! Everything from Sangria, Margaritas, Hard Lemonade, Iced Coffees, co*cktails and More! These drinks are perfect for beating the summer heat while staying refreshed! Make a drink at home and enjoy summer!
We are in the middle of hot, sweltering summer days and that means we are looking for a way to relax and cool off!
These are the BEST Summer Drinks to do that with! They are full of flavor, delicious and approachable. We have everything from margaritas, mojitos, sangrias and more.
There is something for everyone in this list of summer drinks.
The only question is which of these drinks will be the first one you try? Grab your friends, whip up a batch of your favorite alcoholic beverages, or maybe even two, kick your feet up or stick them in the sand and enjoy summer!
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Easy Summer Drinks!
- Non-Alcoholic
- Alcohol Beverages
Non-alcoholic
Quenching Summer Vibes: Dive into Refreshment with a Burst of Mocktail Magic!
Arnold Palmer Drink
It’s the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, making it a beloved choice for quenching your thirst on a hot summer day.
Arnold Palmer Drink
A combination of homemade unsweetened tea and lightly sweetened lemonade, this mocktail sips easy on a hot day.
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Root Beer floats
Combining root beer with the creamy indulgence of vanilla ice cream creates a match made in dessert heaven.
Root Beer Floats
Make classic root beer floats at home with vanilla ice cream, root beer, whipped cream and a maraschino cherry on top!
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Java Chip Frappuccino
Indulge in Java Chip Bliss: A Chocolaty Coffee Escape in Every Sip!
Java Chip Frappuccino
Refreshing copycat Starbucks Java Chip Frappuccino is easy to make at home and the perfect pick me up!
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Skinny Vanilla Iced Coffee
Refreshing Skinny Vanilla Iced Coffee, Delightfully Light and Flavorsome!
Skinny Vanilla Homemade Iced Coffee
Skinny Vanilla Homemade Iced Coffee ~ Skip the Expensive Coffee Shop Iced Coffee and Make Your Own Cold Brewed Coffee at Home! Plus it’s on the Lighter Side!
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Roy Rogers drink
Add some flavor to your cola!
Roy Rogers Drink
Quick and easy non-alcoholic drink that's a combination of cola, grenadine and topped with a maraschino cherry!
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Shirley Temple Drink Recipe
Enjoy the sweetness of a Shirley Temple Mocktail, a Festive Treat for All Ages.
Shirley Temple Drink Recipe
Delicious non-alcoholic Shirley Temple is perfect for serving at parties for a mocktail option! Only three ingredients!
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Sparkling Mint Lemonade
Quench your thirst and invigorate your senses with our sparkling mint lemonade.
Sparkling Mint Lemonade
Sparkling Mint Lemonade is the perfect, refreshing beverage you can enjoy all summer long! Light, refreshing lemonade packed with mint flavor and bubbles. It’s quick, easy and will be a hit at every summer BBQ!
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Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade
Bursting with Summer Sparkle: Sip on the Bliss of Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade!
Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade
Quick, Easy, Refreshing Lemonade for those Hot Summer Nights! Only 3 Ingredients and You Will Be Sipping this Amazing Strawberry Lemonade!
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Sparkling Cherry Limeade
A zesty twist on a summertime favorite.
Sparkling Cherry Limeade
Just like Sonic’s Famous Cherry Limeade! Now You Can Have it at Home with Only Four Ingredients!
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Cherry bomb mocktail
Explosively flavorful – a fusion of sweet and tangy!
Cherry Bomb Mocktail
This Cherry Bomb Mocktail is only 4 Ingredients! An easy, fun flirty mocktail recipe with bubbles and a cherry. Perfect for parties!
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Fresh strawberry limeade
Because strawberries just make everything better, plus it’s Strawberry season so why not!
Fresh Strawberry Limeade
A fresh Strawberry Limeade made with 5 ingredients and done in 5 minutes – it’s a must this summer!
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peach green tea
This Iced Peach Green Tea is refreshing on a hot summer day. It’s naturally sweetened with a homemade simple syrup and by making it with the sweetest fresh peaches you can find.
Peach Green Tea
This naturally sweetened iced tea is the perfect drink for summer. Only 4-ingredients stand between you and this refreshing homemade iced tea!
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blueberry lemonade
Dive into the Cool and Tangy Delight of Blueberry Lemonade, a Burst of Summer in Every Sip!
Blueberry Lemonade
This Homemade Blueberry Lemonade is made with an easy blueberry syrup. It’s so refreshing, sweet and tangy. Grab a big mug on a hot summer day. It’s the perfect way to cool down this summer!
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Alcohol Beverages
As the sun shines brightly and the temperature rises, there’s no better way to embrace the spirit of summer than with a refreshing assortment of alcoholic beverages.
Red, white, and blue layered co*cktail
You don’t have to be a bartender to make fun drinks! Just follow this recipe step by step and you will have some pretty drinks made in no time.
Red White and Blue Layered co*cktail
Blue Curacao is layered with cherry vodka and spiked lemonade to make this layered Red, White and Blue co*cktail. It's the perfect summer co*cktail for the 4th of July.
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Mojito
Minty Fresh Escape: Discover the Irresistible Charm of a Refreshing Mojito.
Mojito
Quick and easy summer co*cktail with the option to make a single serving or pitcher version.
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blackberry mojitos
Blackberry Mojito, a Burst of Sweetness and Minty Freshness!
Blackberry Mojitos
Quick and refreshing co*cktail perfect for summer days! These Blackberry Mojitos are made by muddling blackberries, mint leaves, sugar and lemon and lime juice then topping with rum and club soda.
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strawberry mojito
Sip on this Irresistible Strawberry Mojito.
Strawberry Mojito
Light, refreshing summer co*cktail recipe! Strawberry Mojitos are made with muddled mint, strawberries plus lime juice, sugar, white rum and club soda.
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Skinny Margarita
Delight in the Refreshing Twist of a Skinny Margarita, Guilt-Free!
Skinny Margarita
A refreshing margarita that's lighter on calories. This easy Skinny Margarita is made with fresh ingredients that will have you making it all year long.
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skinny jalapeno margarita
Instead of using triple sec, this skinny marg has fresh orange juice and lime plus a touch of honey for sweetness. It’s definitely lightened up!
Skinny Jalapeno Margarita
A classic margarita that's lightened and spiced up! Make this Skinny Jalapeno Margarita all summer long!
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Amaretto Sour
A Perfect Harmony of Sweet Amaretto and Tangy Citrus.
Amaretto Sour
This Amaretto Sour is a classic co*cktail recipe with only a few ingredients and now you can enjoy them at home!
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irish trash can
You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy this beverage!
Irish Trash Can Recipe
The perfect fun St. Patrick’s Day drink! This Irish Trash Can Recipe is a festive drink that turns green when all the ingredients are mixed together! Make a co*cktail today!
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sex on the beach
This easy summer drink recipe only requires a few ingredients and will transport you right back to the tropics
Sex on the Beach
Easy fruity summer co*cktail that's so easy to make at home! Enjoy a Sex on the Beach drink all summer long.
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Whiskey Lemonade
Whiskey’s Zesty Companion…Lemonade!
Whiskey Lemonade
Simple, refreshing lemonade co*cktail made homemade lemonade and whiskey!
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Rhubarb slush
Tart and frosty delight.
Rhubarb Slush
Easy Rhubarb slush is the perfect summer treat that can be made alcoholic or nonalcoholic!
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beach pudding shots
Dive into the Fun with these Delicious Beach Pudding Shots!
Beach Pudding Shots
Quick and easy pudding shots! These easy beach themed treats are easy to make and delicious.
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Dirty Shirley
Sip on the Temptation of a Dirty Shirley, a Twisted Twist on the Classic Shirley Temple Mocktail.
Dirty Shirley
Easy co*cktail with all your favorite flavors of a Shirley Temple!
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pool party Jell-O shots
They are a cool, refreshing treat on a hot summer day.
Pool Party Jell-O Shots
Easy summer themed jello shots that can be made alcoholic or non-alcoholic!
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drunken mermaid co*cktail
Simply combine the ingredients, shake and serve over ice.
Drunken Mermaid co*cktail
Quick and easy shaken blue co*cktail made with vodka, blue curacao, simple syrup, lime juice and Watermelon Seltzer.
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Malibu sunset
This Malibu sunset drink is about to be your new favorite co*cktail!
Malibu Sunset
A fruity blend of pineapple juice, orange juice, coconut rum and grenadine creates this layered Malibue Sunset co*cktail
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Gin and Tonic
Garnished with a slice of lime or a twist of citrus peel, a gin and tonic is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed on any occasion.
Gin and Tonic
Classic Gin and Tonic co*cktail only requires two ingredients is so easy to make!
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Gin fizz
Making this Gin Fizz is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a light and uplifting co*cktail.
Gin Fizz
Classic, light refreshing co*cktail! This Gin Fizz is easy to make and perfect for sipping on.
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Red sangria
You will be sipping this Red Sangria all summer long!
Red Sangria
Easy, delicious sangria made with red wine, brandy, orange juice, triple sec plus fruit.
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Bay breeze
This Bay Breeze is a refreshing combination of vodka, pineapple and cranberry juice.
Bay Breeze
A refreshing co*cktail with only three ingredients that's easy to mix up on a hot summer day!
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Ocean Breeze
It’s a refreshing boozy summer drink you can make for a crowd or scale-down and just make for you.
Ocean Breeze co*cktail
Tropical co*cktail recipe with blue curacao, white rum and lemonade makes this Ocean Breeze co*cktail a favorite summer drink!
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strawberry vodka lemonade
A co*cktail that is whipped up in 3 minutes is always a hit at the cabin, lake, or by the pool so you can get back to enjoying yourself as soon as possible.
Strawberry Vodka Lemonade
You only need two ingredients to make this delicious Vodka Strawberry Lemonade Drink. Mix up a batch today and invite your friends over!
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tropical mimosas
Tropical mimosas are perfect for brunches, summer gatherings, or any occasion where you want to add a touch of tropical flair.
Tropical Mimosas
The classic brunch drink, given a tropical twist with the addition of mango, pineapple, and a splash of grenadine!
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mimosa
Mimosas are perfect for brunches, bridal showers, and any occasion where you want to add a touch of sophistication and celebration.
Mimosa
Easy two ingredient brunch co*cktail! Mimosa are a blend of orange juice and sparkling wine that are light, refreshing and easy to drink.
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rainbow sangria
Rainbow Sangria is perfect for summer parties, gatherings, or simply as a refreshing and delightful drink to enjoy on a sunny day. Raise a glass to the colorful joys of life with a glass of Rainbow Sangria in hand. Cheers!
Rainbow Sangria Recipe
Delicious, Fruit Sangria that has all the colors of the Rainbow! Simple, Easy and the Perfect Drink to Relax with!
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Frozen Strawberry daiquiri
Mix up a batch for girls night, afternoons at the pool or lake, or just because you’re craving a boozy refreshing drink.
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
A refreshing blend of strawberries, lime juice, rum and simple syrup for a refreshing summer co*cktail!
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tequila sunrise
This co*cktail is perfect for beach parties, summer gatherings, or anytime you want to transport yourself to a tropical paradise.
Tequila Sunrise
A delicious blend of tequila, orange juice and grenadine to create the colors of the sunrise.
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seabreeze co*cktail
Because it’s cold and fruity, it’s a great beach drink, but the color is perfect for the holiday season, too! I think once you try it, you’ll find all kinds of reasons to make it throughout the year.
Seabreeze co*cktail
This classic vodka co*cktail brings together grapefruit and cranberry juice for a refreshing drink that can be enjoyed year-round!
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moscow mule
Serve these up in a chilled copper mug for a refreshing summer drink.
Moscow Mule
Easy co*cktail recipe made with three ingredients including vodka, ginger beer and lime.
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Peach Rose Sangria
If you need a drink to help you cool off as summer winds down, this is it. It’s delicious, easy, and beautiful!
Peach Rosé Sangria
This Peach RoséSangria is a beautiful summer sangria made of Rosé, peach juice, peach liqueur, fresh white peaches, and berries. Try this Peach Sangria this summer!
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Paloma co*cktail
Raise a glass and enjoy the invigorating and citrusy flavors of a Paloma, transporting yourself to the vibrant streets of Mexico with each sip. Cheers!
Paloma co*cktail
Quick and easy refreshing co*cktail drink! The Paloma is a popular drink in Mexico and now you can enjoy it at home!
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Mai Tai
It’s a super beachy co*cktail that has a gorgeous color that reminds me of the sunset. Plus, it’s so fruity and refreshing you can’t help but think you’re on vacation even if you’re just sipping on one at home.
Mai Tai
Quick and easy fruity co*cktail that is the perfect summer drink when entertaining!
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Alabama Slammer
Kick your feet up and relax with this bright and fruity drink!
Alabama Slammer
Quick, easy fruity co*cktail with a delicious blend of Southern Comfort, Sloe Gin, Amaretto and orange juice!
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John Daly drink
Sip and savor the delightful flavors of a John Daly, combining the classic combination of tea and lemonade with a splash of vodka, for a drink that’s perfect for any leisurely occasion.
John Daly Drink
A refreshing co*cktail with only three ingredients including Vodka, Lemonade and Iced Tea. Perfect for Summer!
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pink moscato lemonade
It’s the perfect co*cktail recipe for a refreshing drink on a hot summer day and needs to appear at all of your backyard parties and BBQs this summer. If you need me I’ll be sipping this at the lake!
Pink Moscato Lemonade
This co*cktail recipe can be served at a backyard party or BBQ. It's a delicious combination of Moscato, pink lemonade and lemon-lime soda. Garnish it with raspberries!
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aperol spritz
The Aperol Spritz is not only a delight for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, with its vibrant orange hue and captivating presentation.
Aperol Spritz
Delicious spritz co*cktail recipe is a Italian favorite with only three ingredients.
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Black Russian
The combination of ingredients creates a smooth and velvety texture that is as satisfying as it is indulgent.
Black Russian
Quick and easy co*cktail with a mixture of vodka and coffee liqueur!
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Tom collins
Whether enjoyed on a sunny patio, at a social gathering, or as a classic choice at a co*cktail bar, the Tom Collins is a timeless and refreshing drink that never fails to delight.
Tom Collins
A quick and easy refreshing co*cktail with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and club soda!
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White Russian
White Russians are typically enjoyed as an after-dinner drink or as a decadent treat on special occasions.
White Russian
White Russians are an easy, smooth co*cktail recipe with only three ingredients perfect for serving before or after dinner.
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blueberry sangria recipe
Blueberry Sangria is a perfect choice for summer gatherings, picnics, or simply enjoying a relaxing evening with friends.
Blueberry Sangria Recipe
Blueberry Sangria recipe is a mixture of Chardonnay, Pink Lemonade, Brandy, Sprite and Blueberries will have you coming back for more!
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strawberry lemonade margaritas
It’s the perfect summertime drink. It’s cool, refreshing, and perfect for a crowd.
Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas
Strawberry Lemonade Margarita is an easy and crowd pleasing drink! It’s ready in minutes when you use frozen lemonade even frozen strawberries if you desire. Make this Lemonade Margarita for your summertime parties!
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strawberry limeade sangria
Whatever parties you have this summer Sangria is a must have as it seems everyone always enjoys it.
Strawberry Limeade Sangria
Quick, Easy and Refreshing Sangria with Only Five Ingredients!!
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pineapple fruit co*cktail
This pineapple fruit co*cktail is extremely easy to make and contains nothing fancy.
Pineapple Fruit co*cktail Drink Recipe
A blend of pineapple, apple, and orange juice are the stars of the show with this pineapple fruit co*cktail. Served with sliced pear and the optional rum which are also refreshing for the summer!
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Rumchata Iced coffee slush
The combination of creamy rum and the energizing kick of coffee creates a balance of flavors, offering a delightful escape on warm summer days or whenever you crave a pick-me-up with a twist.
RumChata Iced Coffee Slush
Your Favorite Ice Coffee Recipe Taken up a Notch with RumChata! Frozen to Perfection!
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