There's something about the Summer months which makes us long for long, tall, exotic cocktails. Maybe we've seen too many movies or succumbed to too many advertising campaigns. After all, a nice, cool beer would do the trick on any other hot day. But cocktails do more than just quench our thirst. Whether we're lying by the pool or sitting in the outside area of one of our favourite bars, we sometimes get the feeling that something is missing and a cocktail is the only thing that can fill that gap. There are some cocktails which fill our need more than others during the Summer, however, and here are a few which more often than not, hit the spot.
The Old Fashioned. There can be different ingredients used for this drink but ordinarily, it is made up of syrup, Angostura and whiskey, with an orange twist. It is citrusy and sweet without being overwhelming. Bartenders will sometimes pour it over a large glacier which can fill the glass. This works in the Summer mainly as it lasts longer than ice cubes so remains chilled for longer.
The Ginlet. One of the most refreshing cocktails and appropriate for the Summer months. Its ingredients are gin and Rose's lime juice with a lime wedge. Gin is often used instead of vodka which infuriates some traditionalists. However, each variety is strong and possesses the ability to quench your thirst and can make you forget about his the heat that was overwhelming you. At least for a few minutes.
Sangria. A great combination of a relaxed wine and something with a little more twist for those having trouble on deciding upon which drink to choose. It is actually considered to be a traditional Spanish wine punch but numerous bartenders put their own spin on it.
The Southside. Tastes just like a mojito with the only real difference being that rum is used instead of gin. A popular drink, it can be ordered from most popular bars. This is a great drink to have in hand when relaxing by the pool.
The Old Fashioned. There can be different ingredients used for this drink but ordinarily, it is made up of syrup, Angostura and whiskey, with an orange twist. It is citrusy and sweet without being overwhelming. Bartenders will sometimes pour it over a large glacier which can fill the glass. This works in the Summer mainly as it lasts longer than ice cubes so remains chilled for longer.
The Ginlet. One of the most refreshing cocktails and appropriate for the Summer months. Its ingredients are gin and Rose's lime juice with a lime wedge. Gin is often used instead of vodka which infuriates some traditionalists. However, each variety is strong and possesses the ability to quench your thirst and can make you forget about his the heat that was overwhelming you. At least for a few minutes.
Sangria. A great combination of a relaxed wine and something with a little more twist for those having trouble on deciding upon which drink to choose. It is actually considered to be a traditional Spanish wine punch but numerous bartenders put their own spin on it.
The Southside. Tastes just like a mojito with the only real difference being that rum is used instead of gin. A popular drink, it can be ordered from most popular bars. This is a great drink to have in hand when relaxing by the pool.
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