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    Cheers to Summer: 22 Cool Easy Drinks to Enjoy This Weekend!

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 3, 2023, updated June 3, 2023 - Leave a Comment

    Raise your glass and toast to the arrival of summer with this delightful collection of 22 cool and easy-to-make drinks that will make your weekend refreshingly enjoyable. From fruity concoctions bursting with tropical flavors to icy beverages that will keep you cool under the sun, these recipes are designed to quench your thirst and add a splash of joy to your summer festivities.

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    Aperol Spritz

    Aperol spritz.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Aperol Spritz is the ultimate summer cocktail - refreshing, sparkling, with a bitter twist - and oh, so pretty! Easy to make in just 1 minute - follow the golden ratio of 3-2-1 you will be a pro in no-time. Get the recipe: Aperol Spritz.

    The Resolution Keeper

    Apple cider vinegar tonic.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Turmeric, lemon, cayenne & apple cider vinegar combine to make this Apple Cider Vinegar Tonic the healthiest mocktail you'll find. So delicious you'll want to sip it all night long, with a grown-up & slightly spicy taste. Get the recipe: Sparkling Apple Cider Vinegar Tonic.

    Watermelon Cocktail

    ©Photo Credit: Pups with Chopsticks

    A refreshing and sweet soju watermelon cocktail (Subak Soju) recipe that's super simple and quick to make! A perfect drink to entertain guests with or to treat yourself with! You can get the Watermelon Soju Cocktail recipe here.

    Vanilla Iced Coffee

    Vanilla iced coffee.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Make a cheap & easy Vanilla Iced Coffee at home in just a few minutes with 3 simple ingredients. Enjoy this healthy ice coffee option every day - it's all good for you, and your wallet. Get the recipe: Vanilla Iced Coffee.

    Mango Citrus Berry White Sangria

    A glass with a cocktail that contains fruit.
    Mango Citrus Berry White Sangria. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    With a refreshing taste, this mango citrus berry white sangria is a perfect drink that everyone will love. This easy-to-make recipe with fruit offers a great alternative to the better-known red sangria. Get the recipe: Mango Citrus Berry White Sangria.

    Blue Lagoon Mocktail

    Blue mocktail.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Ever tried a Blue Lagoon? Well, meet the Blue Lagoon Mocktail - a bit less sweet, a bit more sour, and with a bitter touch - and just as pretty and refreshing as the original. Best of all? You can make it in just 2 minutes with lemon, sprite & blue food coloring. Get the recipe: Blue Lagoon Mocktail.

    Passion Fruit Martini

    A cocktail glass with an orange colored drink.
    Passion Fruit Martini. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    With passion fruit liqueur and vanilla vodka, this fruity and sweet passion fruit martini cocktail is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfectly complemented by a sugar and honey rim and tangerine garnish. By adding passion fruit puree and sweet ‘n sour cocktail mix, the fruitiness of the drink is enhanced. Get the Recipe: Passion Fruit Martini.

    Ginger Beer Mocktail

    Ginger beer mocktail.

    In just 2 minutes you can make this Ginger Beer Mocktail using only 3 ingredients. Refreshing, sparkling and slightly sweet with lime, mint & ginger beer this is a grown-up drink - just without the alcohol. Get the recipe: Ginger Beer Mocktail.

    Black Cherry Vanilla Vodka Sour

    A cherry cocktail in a glass.
    Black Cherry Vanilla Vodka Sour. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    For a refreshing and beautiful cocktail or party drink, try this black cherry vanilla vodka sour with its creamy and frothy topping. This classic vodka sour is a sour cocktail, similar to a whiskey or amaretto sour, and is easy to make yet impressive in presentation. Get the recipe: Black Cherry Vanilla Vodka Sour.

    Cucumber Tom Collins Mocktail

    Cucumber collins mocktail.

    Make this healthy Tom Collins mocktail in just 5 minutes with 3 ingredients. The most refreshing mocktail you'll ever have is just as delicious as the original - but less sweet. Cucumber, lemon & soda water is all you need! Get the recipe: Cucumber Tom Collins Mocktail.

    Negroni

    A cocktail in a glass with an orange twist on the rim.
    Negroni. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    If you’re a fan of bitter and boozy cocktails, then the Negroni is the perfect drink for you. This classic Italian cocktail is a simple yet sophisticated blend of gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari, and is sure to satisfy your cravings for a strong and flavorful drink. Get the recipe: Negroni.

    Kissing on the Beach

    Non alcoholic summer drink.

    2 minutes and 4 types of juice is all you need to make this refreshing mocktail. It tastes like the original just without the alcohol & a touch less sweet - and is made from ingredients you will find at any supermarket. Get the recipe: Kissing on the Beach.

    Strawberry Watermelon White Claw Slushie

    A strawberry watermelon slushie in a glass.
    Strawberry Watermelon White Claw Slushie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    Looking for a refreshing summer cocktail? Try the delicious combination of watermelon rum and White Claw in this easy-to-make slushie, perfect for sipping on a hot day. The fruity flavors of strawberry and watermelon, paired with the sweetness of agave nectar, make for a deliciously satisfying frozen drink. Get the recipe: Strawberry Watermelon White Claw Slushie.

    Watermelon "No-tini"

    Watermelon mocktail.

    3 minutes and 3 ingredients - that's all you need to make a healthy and delicious Watermelon Mocktail. Served in a martini glass for the ultimate martini - or "no-tini" - experience this is a grown-up drink you will be sipping all summer long. Get the recipe: Watermelon Mocktail.

    Rumchata Limón Whipped Lemonade

    A frozen lemonade cocktail in a glass.
    Rumchata Limón Whipped Lemonade. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    If you’re looking for a new cocktail, try the boozy whipped lemonade with Rumchata Limón or lemon cream liqueur, lemon juice, and condensed milk – a delicious, creamy, and balanced mixture of tart and sweet flavors. Similar to a boozy lemon meringue pie, this sweet cocktail is sure to be a huge hit. Get the recipe: Rumchata Limón Whipped Lemonade.

    Frozen Pineapple Mocktail

    Frozen pineapple mocktail.

    This Frozen Pineapple Mocktail is the perfect refreshing non-alcoholic option for spring & summer. With a grown-up taste it's easy to make for a crowd for a party, and don't worry - your kids will love it too. With pineapple, passion fruit, ginger, lime & soda water this is a drink you'll be sipping all summer long! Get the recipe: Frozen Pineapple Mocktail.

    Kombucha Passion Fruit Spritz

    Kombucha passion fruit spritz.

    Non-alcoholic, delicious, healthy and quick & easy to make this Kombucha Passion Fruit Spritz is the perfect mocktail to serve at your next dinner party. A grown-up mocktail full of delicious passion fruit flavor and perfected by a salty & spicy rim - this is far from a kiddy drink. Get the recipe: Kombucha Passion Fruit Spritz.

    Kentucky Mule

    Kentucky mule.

    This Kentucky Mule is the best bourbon whiskey version of the classic Moscow Mule cocktail. Made with lime, ginger & bourbon, it's a quick & easy cocktail that's perfect to make for a crowd. This version has an extra dash of ginger, for that extra kick. Get the recipe: Kentucky Mule.

    Whipped Ice Coffee

    Topping iced coffee with whipped coffee.

    Ever wanted to make Dalgona Coffee but didn't have instant coffee? Or just prefer the taste of regular brew coffee? In this post I show you how to make whipped coffee without instant coffee. Even more delicious, and a great simple dessert! Get the recipe: How to Make Whipped Coffee without Instant Coffee (Dalgona Coffee).

    Lemon Ginger Mocktail

    A ginger lemon mocktail.

    Make this Ginger Lemon Mocktail in 3 minutes with just 3 ingredients! It's grown-up, sparkling & refreshing - but without sugar & alcohol. Get the recipe: Ginger Lemon Mocktail.

    Frozen Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Cocktail

    Overhead view of a strawberry cocktail in a glass.
    Frozen Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Cocktail. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    Treat your guests to a delicious and refreshing summer cocktail with this easy-to-make frozen strawberry lime daiquiri recipe. With its famous rum base, fresh lime, and strawberry flavors, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser and the best daiquiri recipe you've tried. Get the recipe: Frozen Strawberry Lime Daiquiri Cocktail.

    Mojito Mocktail

    Mojito mocktail.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Make a refreshing Mojito Mocktail in just 3 minutes with 3 ingredients. Fresh, sparkling and full of mint & lime flavors it's a delicious grown-up drink that's made completely without sugar and alcohol - so you can sip it all day, every day. Get the recipe from always use butter

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    Ranch potato bake.
    Photo credit: The Food Blog.

    Are you tired of spending hours in the kitchen cooking and cleaning up? Look no further than these 24 dump-and-bake recipes that make cooking a breeze! With minimal effort and delicious results, you'll wonder why you haven't tried these recipes sooner! Seafood Pasta Bake Creamy, cheesy, seafood pasta all in a simple dump-and-bake package. Get the full list from always use butter

    Dump, Bake, and Devour: These 13 Dump-And-Bake Pasta Dishes Will Change Your Dinner Game Forever

    Ravioli bake.
    Image credit: Sustainable Cooks.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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