6 Refreshing Cocktails To Kickstart Your Summers

Summer is finally here and the heat calls for cool, refreshing drinks. So what better way to quench your thirst than with easy-to-make cocktails you can whip up at home for yourself and all the guests you're ready to party with?

Here are 6 delicious options to tantalize your taste buds:

1. Spicy Paloma

Combine grapefruit soda, tequila, lime juice, agave nectar, a pinch of cayenne pepper, and ice in a shaker. Shake well and strain into glasses rimmed with chilli powder and Taj¨ªn. Garnish with a grapefruit wedge for a sweet and spicy kick.

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2. Sparkling Strawberry Basil Smash

Muddle fresh strawberries and basil leaves in a shaker, add gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling water and enjoy the burst of summer flavours.

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3. Classic Mojito

This Cuban concoction is a timeless favourite for a reason. Muddle fresh mint leaves with lime wedges and simple syrup in a glass, add white rum, top with soda water, and garnish with a sprig of mint for a taste of the tropics.

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4. Watermelon Margarita

A twist on the traditional margarita, this version blends muddled watermelon with tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and ice. Strain into glasses rimmed with Taj¨ªn spice, garnish with a watermelon wedge, and embrace the fiesta!

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4. Frozen Aperol Spritz

Blend Aperol, prosecco, club soda, and frozen orange slices until smooth. Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with an orange twist for a delightful and bubbly treat.

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6. Cucumber-infused gin & tonic

Steep sliced cucumbers in gin for 30 minutes. Pour gin into a glass filled with ice, add tonic water, and a squeeze of lime, and garnish with a cucumber slice for a cool and refreshing twist on the classic G&T.

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Remember to drink responsibly and enjoy these summer cocktails in moderation!

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