April 24, 2018
Grill season is finally here and if that’s not reason enough to be excited about summer, we don’t know what is! If you’re planning a party, love having friends over or just want to chill with friends, you’ll need to some cocktails to pair with your ribs, burgers and hot dogs. To help your menu go down a treat, try these 6 fresh summer cocktails – perfect for serving at your first BBQ of the season.
#1 Spicy ginger mango margarita
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If you have a fiesta in the works for cinco de mayo, margaritas are a prerequisite. Spice things up with this ginger mango margarita with fresh lime and a kick of jalapeno from Half Baked Harvest. You’ll need mango, chili power, ginger, jalapeno, lime, tequila and sparking water. Get the recipe here.
#2 Strawberry Champagne Tequila Fizz
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Another perfect choice for Cinco de Mayo celebrations, this fruity treat uses sweet strawberries, tequila and champagne – the ultimate decadent addition to any BBQ party from How Sweet Eats. Get the recipe here.
#3 Fresh Watermelon Mojito
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Is there anything more summer-appropriate than a watermelon cocktail? We guarantee you’ll have guests coming back for more all summer if you serve this up at your first BBQ of the season. This Spend With Pennies creation is great for a crowd and can be mixed up in a big pitcher so everyone can help themselves while you’re manning the grill. You’ll need watermelon, rum, mint and lime. Get the recipe here.
#4 Blackberry Whiskey Lemonade
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A fun, summery cocktail packed with the flavors of summer, Jessie from Life As A Strawberry has created a sweet, refreshing winner of a BBQ beverage. You’ll need fresh blackberries, tonic water, lime and whiskey. Get the recipe here.
#5 Tropical Rum Party Punch
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Is it really a party if you don’t have a punch? This is a great BBQ accompaniment, fresh, fruity and packed with fun flavors. It’s also really refreshing – perfect for washing down a side of fries or another slider. You’ll need fresh juice, peach schnapps, rum and chunks of fruit. Get the recipe from Living Locurto here.
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