1.Margarita
Always
first on my list is the Margarita. This drink says, “I’m whimsical,
have a great sense of adventure, and don’t mind trying new things.” You
can’t go wrong with it. Cool, refreshing, slushy-like, and it comes in a
wide variety of flavors. Just thinking of this drink makes me want to
kick off my shoes and dig my toes into the sand.
2. Sangria
What
is a lazy day in the sun without a glass of Sangria. Best when sipped
from a wine glass while protecting yourself from the sun via a large
brimmed straw hat. It’s fizzy and fruity and pretty to look at with it
burgundy coloring, typically created from red wine, fruit juices, soda
water, fruit and sometimes brandy. Sangria's best served chilled, and
goes well with just about anything!
3. Mojito
Another
favorite of mine, as long as it’s not too mint-y. This is exactly why
the most finicky cocktail enthusiasts reach for this drink. There are so
many possible ways to mess it up that it makes it that much more of a
treasure when it’s made just the way you like it.
4. Pina Colada
“If
you like Piña Coladas…” then you’re by yourself on that one. While I’m
not a fan of pineapple, coconut, or rum, if Jimmy Buffet thinks you’re
cool enough to name a song after, then you deserve a spot on my list.
5. Long Island Iced Tea
Any
drink with the word “tea” built into the name has to be considered a
cocktail perfect for a warm day. Long Island Ice Tea is one of the most
potent of drinks with it’s medley of spirits, including vodka, gin, rum,
tequila, and triple sec. Make sure you have designated a driver before
you start throwing these back.
6. Gin and Tonic
For
those of us who are veterans, G&T is another warm weather favorite.
Its taste is cool and crisp, with just tonic water, gin, and a twist of
lime. However, don't be fooled: easy it is not. Even when done right,
it’s not an easy drink to love. Tonic’s slightly bitter taste is a
turnoff to most sweet-drink lovers.
7. Martini
As
classic as the icon who takes his “shaken, not stirred.” Its origins
have been claimed by post gold rush San Francisco, New York and
Martinez, CA. Wherever the origin, Martinis are loved all over the
world. It’s the drink we all secretly long to be: Simple yet elegant.
8. Cosmopolitan
This
pink potion is the girly drink of all girly drinks. You can’t help but
look in-control when you order it, cute when you hold it, and sexy when
you sip it.
9. Mai Tai
The
Tahitian word for “good” and that’s exactly what this drink is. It
combines orange and pineapple juices polished off with rum.
10. Mudslide
Combines
my two passions: chocolate and alcohol. Enough said. With these drink
staples to ward off the hotter days ahead, you’ll stay cool until the
first leaf falls.