The best summer cocktails are refreshing, light and easy to sip — and just as easy to whip up, whether you’re serving friends in the garden or keeping things simple for a family barbecue. Here are 7 summer cocktails perfect for sipping in the sunshine, from bubbly prosecco mixes to fruity sangrias and a family-friendly mocktail everyone can enjoy.
If you enjoy a cocktail but fancy trying something different, these recipes should give you plenty of inspiration.
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The Recipes
#1. Raspberry Limoncello Prosecco Cocktail
Image: Damn Delicious
This recipe for Raspberry Limoncello Prosecco from Damn Delicious promises to be “amazingly refreshing, bubbly, and sweet”.
Perfect for using up a bottle of limoncello you’ve had tucked away, this is a summer cocktail you can make in just 5 minutes.
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#2. Blueberry Mojitos
Image: Baking Beauty
Anyone for a blueberry mojito? Here’s a delicious recipe for blueberry mojitos from Baking Beauty, which uses blueberries, limes and rum. The sweetness of the blueberries pairs perfectly with the tartness of the limes.
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#3. Lemonade Prosecco Punch
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Perfect for a summer party, lemonade prosecco punch can also be made as a mocktail for the kids or anyone who’d prefer an alcohol-free drink. This easy cocktail punch recipe from Crazy for Crust comes together in minutes.
#4. Cucumber Melon Sangria
Image: Garnish with Lemon
Another great option for parties, since you can make it in advance, this recipe for Cucumber Melon Sangria from Garnish with Lemon looks downright refreshing.
The sweet flavour of the melon, the crisp taste of the cucumber and a hint of refreshing mint combine to make this white sangria a huge crowd-pleaser.
#5. Watermelon Breeze
Image: Key Ingredient
This Watermelon Breeze recipe on Key Ingredient is non-alcoholic and absolutely refreshing — a good one to have on hand for anyone who’s not drinking.
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#6. Pina Colada Mocktail
As the weather warms up and everyone’s spending more time outdoors, it’s nice to put together a tasty drink the whole family can enjoy. This pina colada mocktail is a winner!
#7. Strawberry Rosé Sangria
Image: Jennifer Meyering
We’ll definitely be trying out this Strawberry Rosé Sangria recipe from Jennifer Meyering — it looks perfect for a barbecue or summer party. It’s also a great way to use up strawberries, since you slice them up for the recipe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which of these cocktails is easiest to make for a crowd?
The Lemonade Prosecco Punch and both sangrias (Cucumber Melon and Strawberry Rosé) are the easiest for a group, since you can mix a big batch in advance and simply top up glasses as guests arrive.
Are any of these recipes alcohol-free?
Yes. The Watermelon Breeze and the Pina Colada Mocktail are both non-alcoholic, so they’re a good option if you’re serving kids or anyone who isn’t drinking. The Lemonade Prosecco Punch can also easily be made without the prosecco.
Can I make the sangria the day before a party?
Sangria is one of those drinks that gets better with a little time in the fridge, so both sangria recipes here are well suited to making ahead — just add any fresh fruit or garnish closer to serving.
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