There are many refreshing summer cocktail ideas. You can make watermelon martinis, strawberry lemonade or a Gin sour. You might also like the Gin rickey. These drinks make a great accompaniment to hot summer days.
Watermelon Martini
Watermelon Martini makes a refreshing, summer-friendly drink. It's simple to make and tastes refreshing. Simple syrup of watermelon makes the base of this cocktail. If watermelon is not available, substitute with blueberries, strawberries or pomegranate.
Gin rickey
The Gin rickey cocktail recipe uses bourbon, gin, lime juice, and carbonated water. It has no or very little sugar. It's a traditional drink that is enjoyed in bars and nightclubs.
Strawberry Lemonade
There are many different ways to make Strawberry Lemonade cocktails. You can make a simple syrup from strawberries, sugar and water. This recipe only requires three ingredients and takes about 10 minutes to prepare. You can also use frozen or sliced strawberries if you have a short time. Make sure to chill the syrup before you use it. Warm syrup can cause ice cubes melted faster.
Gin sour
Gin Sour cocktails are a classic summer drink that has a refreshing, light flavor. This classic cocktail is the original and it has been loved by cocktail connoisseurs over the years. Although the whiskey sour has taken its place, the gin soda is still a popular choice and a favorite drink in bars. This refreshing drink consists of gin, lemon and simple syrup. Egg white and simple syrup add flavor and foam.
Gin sour mixed with gin
Gin Sour is a classic drink that mixes gin with citrus and other juniper flavours. It's refreshing, but potent, and it is a great drink to highlight the many benefits of gin. The classic cocktail recipe calls for equal parts of gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Gin sour with rum
The Gin Sour is a refreshing, light cocktail that has been loved for many decades. It is the most well-known drink in the sour sour category and has been enjoyed by people since the late 1800s. Although it has been overshadowed recently by whiskey sour it is still a very popular drink in bars as well as restaurants. To make the drink, combine gin with lemon juice and a dash of simple syrup. Next, stir it in with ice.
FAQ
How do I keep my drinks cool?
Put them in the freezer for 20 minutes. These will instantly chill the drinks without causing any dilution.
Do you need special equipment to make cocktails?
Not at all. You only require a few items.
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Glasses
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Strainer
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Lid
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Cocktail shaker
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Measurement cups and spoons
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Jigger
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Tongue depressors
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Stirring sticks
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Lemon wedge
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Sugar cube
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Salt
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Pepper
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Ice cubes
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Ice
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Water
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Alcohol
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Wine
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Beer
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Soda water
What is the difference between blenders and shakers?
Shakers are usually made of metal and come in various sizes. Blenders are usually made of plastic and can be found in many shapes.
What can I do to freeze my drinks?
However, there are some things you should do. Label all bottles so you can identify which have been frozen. You should not fill your bottles beyond half of their capacity. Your drink could spill out of the container if you fill it more than halfway. Last but not least, wait at minimum two hours after opening a bottle to chill your drinks before you pour it into another container.
Statistics
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- It is customary to leave a tip of 10-20% of the bill total. (boguesounddistillery.com)
- You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
- American blended whiskeys are so inexpensive because they only have to contain 20 percent whiskey; the rest can be made up of neutral grain spirits, colorings, and flavorings. (mashed.com)
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How To
How to make the perfect Margarita home
The most well-known cocktail is made of tequila which comes from agave, Cointreau which is a sweet orange spirit, and fresh lemon juice. You can add salt, sugar, bitters, cinnamon sticks, and even chocolate syrup to enhance the flavor.
If you want to try making your own, here's how you do it!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup of ice cubes
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3 oz Tequila Blanco
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1/4 cup Cointreau
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Juice of 1 Lime
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Salt
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Sugar
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Cinnamon stick
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Chocolate syrup
Method
Mix all the ingredients together in a shaker. Mix for 10 seconds. Pour into a glass. Add a slice of lime to garnish, if desired.
This recipe can be used as a template to make other types of alcohols such as:
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Whiskey Sour
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Daiquiri
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Manhattan
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White Russian
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Brandy Alexanders
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Gin & Tonics
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Sidecars
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Collins
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Scotch & Soda
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Margaritas