With the weekend at touch-distance, we decided to throw ourselves a cooling cocktail party. Yes, friends, food, fun games and of course refreshingly chilled cocktails. We know that summer’s here and it is taking a toll on us! If repressive, hot, Humid, sticky, tiresome- are the adjectives you’re using to describe the weather, we have some much-needed relief for you. Beat the summer heat with these splendid-blended cocktails. Here’s what made it to our chill list. Take a look and blend these yummies up!
Midori Melon Cooler
We swear by the Midori! Wondering what that is? Well, it is green coloured melon liquor and is a key ingredient to many cocktails world over. If you’ve never experienced a Midori cocktail, here’s your exclusive chance to whip one up.
You will need-
. 20ml White Rum
. 30ml Midori
. 45ml White Wine
. 10ml Lemon Juice
. Top with lemonade/7up
Now, all you need to do is build up all these ingredients into a tall glass. Add good amount of ice cubes or crushed and stir them well. Garnish your drink with 2 long slices of Rock melon/cantaloupe
Stoli White Witch
Pack this summer by relishing fruits of all kind along with Stoli, a popular Russian vodka.
You will need-
. 3 parts Stoli
. 3 parts Lychee juice
. 2 parts Guava juice
. 2 parts Pineapple juice
1 part Coconut syrup or coconut cream
1 part fresh Lime juice
As simple as this sounds, simply shake it up and pour everything into an ice-filled tall glass. That’s it? Yes! Simply garnish with it pink grapefruit and a half strawberry. Looks exotic, doesn’t it? We agree.
SKYYRefresher
Not just another popular Vodka brand but one introduced by Campari. If Vodka is your poison, give yourself a taste of this delicious cocktail.
You will need-
. 2 oz SKYY Vodka
. 3/4 oz simple syrup
. 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
. Club soda
. Mint leaves
Now, muddle mint leaves and simple syrup in a mixing glass. Add the vodka along with the lemon juice and shake it with ice. Serve the cocktail on the rocks and top with club soda. You may garnish with a sprig of mint.
Midori Shaker
We give you another recipe only because Midori makes for great cocktails and we’re sure that you will love this one as much!
You will need-
. 60ml Midori
. 15ml Triple Sec
. 15ml Vodka
. 30ml Lemon Juice
. Top with pineapple Juice
We love cocktails that are as easy as 1-2-3! Just fill up your shaker with ice and add the ingredients. Now, just shake it up and strain into shot glasses and serve chilled!
Lo and Behold the drink which is a sure shot recipe to cool off that over-worked mind. You may now go kiss the world!