Welcome Summer: Celebrate the Solstice with Cool Cocktails and Summer Fun!

Sip & Synopsis - This Weeks Inspiration

• Hello Summer!
• Drink Highlight: Summer Solstice Spritz
• Unique Summer Cocktails
• The Joy of Fresh Herbs

Hello, cocktail enthusiasts! Summer officially begins today, June 20th, and we’re ready to welcome the sunny season with open arms and refreshing drinks. This week, we’re celebrating the Summer Solstice with unique cocktails, fun hosting tips, and seasonal delights to make your summer gatherings unforgettable. Let’s raise a glass to the longest day of the year and the joys of summer!

Celebrate the arrival of summer with our featured cocktail, the Summer Solstice Spritz! Inspired by the longest day of the year, this vibrant and refreshing drink is the perfect way to toast to the season.

Combining the bright, citrusy notes of Aperol with the effervescence of sparkling rosé, and topped with a splash of soda water, this spritz embodies the spirit of summer. The addition of a fresh orange slice garnish not only enhances the visual appeal but also adds a hint of zesty aroma.

Whether you’re enjoying a sunny afternoon by the pool or hosting a solstice soirée, the Summer Solstice Spritz is sure to elevate your celebration and keep you cool all season long. Cheers to sunshine, good times, and the start of an unforgettable summer!

Beat the heat with these refreshing and unique summer cocktails. 

Lavender Lemonade Gin Fizz

Ingredients: 2 oz gin, 1 oz lavender syrup, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, soda water, ice.

Instructions: Shake gin, lavender syrup, and lemon juice with ice. Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with soda water. Garnish with a lemon wheel and lavender sprig.

Mango Jalapeño Margarita

Ingredients: 2 oz tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz mango puree, 1/2 oz jalapeño syrup, ice.

Instructions: Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass with a salted rim filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel and jalapeño slice.

Cucumber Melon Cooler

Ingredients: 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1/2 oz simple syrup, cucumber slices, melon balls, soda water, ice.

Instructions: Muddle cucumber slices in a shaker. Add vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup, then shake with ice. Strain into a glass filled with ice, add melon balls, and top with soda water. Garnish with a cucumber slice.

Enhance your cocktails with the vibrant flavors of fresh herbs.

Herbs to Try

• Mint: Perfect for Mojitos and Mint Juleps.
• Basil: Adds a refreshing twist to gin and vodka cocktails.
• Rosemary: Pairs well with gin, tequila, and bourbon.

More Options Here

As we celebrate the official start of summer, these unique cocktails and tips will help you make the most of the sunny season. Whether you’re enjoying a Summer Solstice Spritz or experimenting with fresh herbs in your drinks, we hope these ideas inspire you to savor every moment. Cheers to a bright and beautiful summer ahead!

Cheers!

~ Andrea