5 Refreshing Cocktails for Summer Sipping
Searching for the perfect summer cocktail?
From Ina Garten’s Pink Grapefruit Paloma to Alex Tognazzi’s Papa Don’t Peach, quench your thirst — and your taste buds — with one of these refreshing cocktails.
Papa Don’t Peach
“This cocktail is inspired by the flavours of a grilled peach salad,” says mixologist Alex Tognazzi. The drink combines the sweetness of vanilla, the sharpness of peach and the crisp acidity of Prosecco. A drizzle of balsamic reduction adds tanginess and complements the mint garnish. “It’s light enough to enjoy in the afternoon, yet it has enough character and complexity to drink with dinner,” he says.
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Pink Grapefruit Palomas
“Palomas are traditionally served in a glass with a salted rim, as margaritas are, but I always thought that made the drink too salty. I tried a sugar rim but that was too sweet. Finally, I mixed salt and sugar and voilà!” – Ina Garten
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Meadowland Tonic
“The combination of floral and grassy notes in this one works together wonderfully,” says Vancouver-based mixologist and bartender Jeff Savage. The drink has a bright, fresh flavour without being too acidic or sweet. Jeff created the concoction with cherry blossom green tea syrup, elderflower liqueur, vermouth and tonic.
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Hot Lips Margarita
A habanero-infused watermelon syrup is the secret to this cocktail’s sweet and spicy base.
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Pomegroni Cocktail
Substitute fresh pomegranates for Campari in this cocktail full of flavors by cookbook author Adeena Sussman.
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