There are many great summer cocktail options. You can make a watermelon sour, Strawberry Lemonade or a Gin Sour. The Gin rickey can also be made. These drinks are perfect for a hot summer's day.
Watermelon Martini
Watermelon Martini, a refreshing summer drink, is perfect. It's quick and easy to make, with a refreshing flavour. A simple syrup of watermelon is used to make the cocktail. You can substitute strawberries, blueberries or even pomegranate syrup if there isn't enough watermelon.
Gin rickey
The Gin rickey cocktail recipe consists of bourbon or vodka, lime juice, and carbonated waters. It can be made with very little or none sugar. It's a classic drink that is often served in bars and nightclubs.
Strawberry Lemonade
There are many different ways to make Strawberry Lemonade cocktails. One way is to use a simple syrup that is just strawberries, sugar, or water. This recipe requires only three ingredients, and it takes approximately 10 minutes to make. You can also use frozen or sliced strawberries if you have a short time. The syrup should be chilled before use. Warm syrup will make ice cubes melt faster.
Gin sour
Gin Sour, a classic summer cocktail, has a light and citrusy flavor. It is the original cocktail of its kind and has been loved for many years by cocktail connoisseurs. Although it's popularity has been eclipsed by the whiskey sour, the Gin Sour is still a popular drink that people enjoy at the bar. This refreshing drink is made from gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white.
Gin sour and gin
Gin Sour combines gin with citrus, and juniper. The refreshing and potent drink is a great way of showing off the gin's best qualities. The classic cocktail recipe calls for equal parts of gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Gin sour with rum
A classic cocktail that is refreshing and light, the Gin Sour has been popular for decades. It is one of the most famous drinks in the sour family and has been enjoyed since the late 1800s. Although it has been overshadowed by whiskey, sour is still very popular in bars and restaurants. Make the drink by mixing gin with lemon juice. Add a splash of simple syrup. Next, stir it in with ice.
FAQ
What's the difference between a shaker and a blender?
Shakers are typically made of metal and available in different sizes. Blenders, which are often made of plastic, come in a variety.
Can I freeze my drinks
There are some precautions to be aware of. Be sure to label your bottles so that you know which ones are frozen. Fill your bottles no more than halfway. A full bottle can cause your drink to overflow and spill out. Last but not least, wait at minimum two hours after opening a bottle to chill your drinks before you pour it into another container.
Are there any tips for making great cocktails at home?
Here are some tips for making delicious cocktails:
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Make sure to use high quality spirits. Don't use cheap alcohol that tastes like rubbing alcohol. Choose premium brands like Absolut Citron and Bombay Sapphire, Campari Limon, Cointreau or Courvoisier, Dewars and Gordon's Gin.
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Make sure to use high-quality juices. Avoid low-quality syrups and juices that are artificially colored and/or have artificial flavors.
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Clean your glassware. Dirty glasses can affect the taste of your cocktails.
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You should not overfill your glass. Do not fill your glass more than three quarters. Overfilling your glass will dilute the strength of your cocktail.
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Always shake the cocktail before you serve it.
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Serve your cocktails ice cold.
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You can add fresh garnishes to any cocktail. These include lemon wedges, orange slices, lime wedges, mint leaves, cucumber slices, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherries, blueberries, pineapple chunks, kiwi pieces, grapes, olives, pickled ginger, and celery stalks.
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Garnish your cocktails with edible flowers such as rose petals, pansies, nasturtiums, violets, and dahlias.
How big is an ice cube tray?
You will need either a 6x8-inch or 5x7-inch ice tray.
What should I do if my cocktail drink gets too warm?
Put your chilled drinks in the refrigerator for five minutes before you start to worry about them getting too hot. This will ensure that they don't heat up as much.
Statistics
- If you choose one that's made with 100 percent agave (like Milagro or Sauza), you'll save a ton of money and still get a great-tasting drink. (mashed.com)
- with a light percentage of 4.2% or any with a light percentage of 4.2% or any Coors/Bud/Miller Lite, which also is 4.2% (breakingtheboredom.com)
- The tequila should be 100 percent agave, not the cheaper “mixto” products, which blend a minimum of 51 percent agave with other sugars. (cooking.nytimes.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 at 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. To enhance the flavor, you can add salt, sugar and bitters, cinnamon sticks or chocolate syrup.
Here's how to make your own!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup 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
In a shaker, combine all the ingredients. Give it a shake for 10 seconds and then pour into a glass. As an optional garnish, add a slice lime.
This recipe can also serve as a template for alcohols other than:
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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