Summer is here, and it's time to elevate those sunny evenings with some sensational cocktails. Whether you're hosting a backyard party or just looking to unwind after a busy day, we've got the perfect lineup of drinks to keep you cool and refreshed. Let's dive into our top 5 summer cocktails and introduce you to our exclusive Totally Boise Cocktail – a must-try for this season!
The Totally Boise Cocktail
Get ready to taste the essence of Boise with our signature drink! The Totally Boise Cocktail is a delightful mix of local flavors that will transport you straight to a summer paradise. This cocktail is sweet, refreshing, and utterly dreamy.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz huckleberry vodka
- 1 oz limoncello
- 1 black raspberry liqueur
- Huckleberries for garnish
Instructions:
- In a shaker, combine huckleberry vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with fresh huckleberries for a Boise twist.
Purple Chambo Paradise
Ingredients:
- 1 oz vodka
- ½ oz Chambord
- ½ oz orange liqueur
- 1¼ oz cranberry juice
- splash of blackberry sparkling water (optional)
Instructions:
- Fill a shaker with ingredients (leave out sparkling water until the end)
- Shake well and strain into a martini glass.
- Garnish with an orange peel or slice and sip the night away!
Pomegranate Tequila Tingle
Mix things up with a refreshing Pomegranate Tequila Tingle. This zesty cocktail is perfect for those hot Boise afternoons.
Ingredients:
- 3 oz tequila
- 1 oz pomegranate juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 1 oz lemon juice or half lemon juice and half limoncello
- Sugar for rim (optional)
- Lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions:
- Rim a glass with sugar. (optional)
- In a shaker, combine tequila, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
- Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel and enjoy the burst of flavors!
Margarita de Italiano
Transport yourself to the Mediterranean with the Italian Margarita. This cocktail blends the best of Italy with a classic margarita.
Ingredients:
- 3 oz margarita mix
- 1 oz tequila
- 1 oz contreau
- ½ to 1 oz of amaretto liquor
- orange wedge for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a shaker with ice and add mix, tequila, and contreau.
- Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice and a squeezed orange wedge
- Add the splash of amaretto and stir
Hawaiian Cranberry
Ingredients:
- 2 to 3 oz orange vodka
- cranberry juice
- lime wedge
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with ice
- Add the orange vodka and fill the rest of the glass with cranberry juice
- Squeeze a lime wedge and throw it in
- Stir and enjoy this paradise from Hawaii
Cherry FunDip
End your summer nights on a high note with a Cherry FunDip. This cocktail is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering, and it tastes like candy!
Ingredients:
- 1½ oz cherry vodka
- ½ oz amaretto
- ½ grenadine
- 4 oz of Sweet & Sour mix
- 1 oz sprite
- lime wedges
Instructions:
- Sugar rim a collins or pint glass
- Fill a shaker with cherry vodka, amaretto, grenadine, and sweet&sour - shake well
- Pour into the glass and splash the top with the Sprite.
- Garnish with a lime wheel on the edge of the glass..
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There you have it – our top 5 summer cocktails plus the exclusive Totally Boise Cocktail to make your sunny days and warm nights unforgettable. Whether you're sipping solo or sharing with friends, these drinks are sure to bring a smile to your face and a sparkle to your evening.
Ready to mix up some magic? Try out these recipes and share your Totally Boise summer cocktail moments with us on social media! Cheers to an amazing summer in Boise!