5 Summer Cocktails (and Mocktails) to Take Outside
There’s just something about summer that demands a drink in hand and a little open-air indulgence — whether it’s on your balcony, rooftop, backyard, or that sliver of sidewalk you call your “patio.”
We rounded up five breezy, cheeky cocktails (and one mocktail upgrade) perfect for al fresco hangs. Pair them with your favorite people, some good snacks, and maybe — just maybe — a Partytrick blueprint if you’re feeling extra.
Hot Honey Watermelon Frosé
Frosé? Fun. Watermelon frosé? Extra fun. Hot honey watermelon frosé? Showstopper. Sweet, spicy, and icy-cold, it’s basically the drink version of a desert sunset. Perfect for a chic dinner à la our Deserted blueprint — barefoot, golden hour, and surrounded by desert vibes (succulents optional, vibes mandatory). Rock formations and barefoot elegance. (Need the mood? Check out our Deserted blueprint.)
Tomato Limeade (Mocktail or Cocktail — you pick)
Think tomato juice, but make it sexy. Add lime, a dash of white balsamic, and if you’re feeling spicy… a splash of vodka or gin. It’s basically a garden party in a glass. Perfect for a backyard Summer Supper, surrounded by family-style platters, mismatched chairs, and a whole lot of “just one more bite” moments.
Hibiscus Margarita Sour
From the first sip, this one transports you straight to Cabo — no passport needed. With tart hibiscus, tequila, and a foamy egg white top, it’s both pretty and punchy. Pro tip: serve it at your next birthday bash and watch it steal the spotlight. (Cumpleaños in Cabo, anyone?)
Coconut Tequila Mojito
What happens when a mojito and a piña colada have a love child? THIS. Coconut, mint, tequila, lime — it’s like Sunday brunch turned up a notch. Serve it alongside fluffy pancakes, gossip, and your favorite brunch crew. Our Boozy Brunch blueprint has allll the inspo you need.
Olive Oil Aperol Spritz
Wait, olive oil… in a cocktail? Trust. It adds a smooth, velvety twist to everyone’s fave summer spritz. Pair with an olive oil tasting, a little bread dunking, and casual sophistication. This is European summer in a glass, even if you’re just on your balcony with two friends and a baguette.
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