šŸ˜Ž Mixologist Master – Shade & Sip Edition

Because sunglasses and cocktails are both better in the sun.

šŸŒž What's in Your Glass This Week...

It’s National Sunglasses Day (June 27), and we’re raising a glass to the bright days ahead. Whether you're poolside, patio-bound, or porch-lounging, these cocktails are made to shine, just like your shades.

āœ”ļø 3 bold, photo-ready cocktails
āœ”ļø 1 refreshing, summery mocktail
āœ”ļø A guide to hosting your own ā€œSunglasses & Sipsā€ gathering
āœ”ļø Trivia & a quote to keep the vibes cool

Let’s drink in the sunshine. šŸ•¶ļøšŸ¹

Trivia Questionā“

Why do we really celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27th?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

šŸø Drink of the Week: Tequila Sunrise

Bright, citrusy, and sunset-pretty.

Let’s face it - if there’s a cocktail that looks like a sunset and tastes like a vacation, it’s the Tequila Sunrise. But this week, we’re bringing it out not just for the flavor, but for the attitude.

With National Sunglasses Day rolling in, we wanted a drink that embodied sunshine, shade, and total summer energy. The Tequila Sunrise nails the brief: it’s bold, it’s bright, and let’s be honest - it’s the kind of drink you imagine being handed at a beach bar by someone wearing aviators and a with a killer playlist spinning in the background.

Plus, its origins are as colorful as its layers. Born in 1970s California and made famous by rockstars (The Rolling Stones loved it so much they named a tour after it), it’s a drink with serious swagger. And the best part? It’s drop-dead gorgeous without any fancy tools or hard-to-find ingredients.

So this week, throw on your boldest sunglasses, pour yourself a Tequila Sunrise, and channel that same effortlessly cool energy.

šŸ“ Strawberry Lemonade Cooler

Sweet, tart, and ideal for sipping in the shade.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz vodka

  • 1 oz lemon juice

  • 1 oz strawberry purĆ©e

  • Club soda to top

  • Garnish: lemon wheel + fresh strawberry

Directions:

  1. Shake vodka, lemon juice, and strawberry purƩe with ice.

  2. Strain into a glass over ice.

  3. Top with club soda and stir gently.

  4. Garnish and enjoy!

🄭 Mango Mint Mojito (with a twist)

Fresh mint + juicy mango = your new summer crush.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz white rum

  • 1 oz lime juice

  • 1 oz mango purĆ©e

  • 0.5 oz simple syrup

  • 6 mint leaves

  • Club soda to top

  • Garnish: mint sprig + mango wedge

Directions:

  1. Muddle mint and simple syrup in a shaker.

  2. Add rum, lime juice, mango purƩe, and ice.

  3. Shake and strain over ice.

  4. Top with soda water, garnish, and serve.

🧃 Mocktail Moment: Cucumber Lime Spritzer

Light, refreshing, and cool as a cucumber.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz lime juice

  • 0.5 oz simple syrup

  • 3 cucumber slices

  • Sparkling water to top

  • Garnish: cucumber ribbon + lime wheel

Directions:

  1. Muddle cucumber with lime juice and syrup.

  2. Shake with ice and strain into a glass over ice.

  3. Top with sparkling water and garnish.

Host a ā€œSunglasses & Sipsā€ Gathering

Keep it laid-back, stylish, and totally sip-worthy:

  1. Keep drinks cool: This Portable Patio Party Bar Drink Cooler Cart, ($109 on amazon) is a summertime MVP.

  2. Set the vibe: These Stylish Sunglasses Bundles are fun, inexpensive, and perfect for party pics. (Neon Party Sunglasses, 28 Pack only $21.98 on amazon)

  3. Encourage everyone to wear shades - even better if they’re ridiculous.

  4. Make it golden hour ready with low chairs, a vinyl playlist, and a self-serve drink station.

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"Keep your face always toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you."

- Walt Whitman

šŸ’” Answer to Trivia Question:

National Sunglasses Day raises awareness about UV protection and reminds us that sunglasses aren’t just stylish - they’re essential.

šŸ Closing Time

Cool cocktails, cooler shades, and good vibes only. Whether you’re sipping a Tequila Sunrise or hosting a ā€œSunglasses & Sipsā€ sunset soirĆ©e, this week’s about making the most of the bright side.

Cheers to living (and drinking) in the light.

Andrea

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