Luckily these days companies like Truly and even Budweiser have taken into account the vast majority of people who work hard on their bodies and also want to occasionally go hard in the paint. 

Hard seltzer is the newest addition to the alcohol scene. We’ve all been drinking seltzer anyway- that guilt-free carbonated greatness- and now we can sip it with alcohol at the end of a long day without worrying about gaining a few pounds of bloat in the process.

Lots of companies have jumped on the hard seltzer bandwagon and all boast pretty much the same stats: 100 calories per can, lots of carbonated flavors and a minimal amount of carbs and sugar. Budweiser has created their own line of Budlight Seltzers in a variety of fun flavors that taste great and won’t kill your calories for the day. They’re made with fermented fruit alcohol which is cleaner than even the most common low-cal cocktails.

For a while, you could only buy hard seltzers in the grocery store or gas station, but now thankfully bars and clubs have stocked up and you can order a Truly or Budlight seltzer almost anywhere. A whole new culture has begun in the wake of these light beverages and quite ingeniously pulled gym rats from their eight o’clock bedtimes and back into the fun.

What a time to live in. No more summer pool parties worrying about alcohol bloat. No more skipping dinner for those whiskey calories. Hard seltzer goes hard for your body and tastes delicious too. 

So go hard. 

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1. Shandyland

A twist on our favorite candy-themed boardgame, set the game up as normal but every time you pick a colored-square card, follow the following drinking rules:

BLUE CARD- guys drink
PURPLE CARD- girls drink
ORANGE CARD- player who picked the card drinks
YELLOW CARD- player who picked the card picks someone to drink
DOUBLE CARD- player who picked the card drinks and picks one other player to drink as well
PEOPLE CARDS- player must choose a random person/celebrity and other players must ask YES or NO questions until they guess the person. Whoever wins this challenge gets to choose who drinks.
PLACES CARDS- player must choose TRUTH or DARE and the person to the left can ask a question or dare them to do something. The player may opt out by downing the rest of their drink.

Play this game with a delightful shandy recipe using your favorite beer!

2. Battle Shots

You don’t need the game or pieces for this one, but you will need a few other items:
-12 shot glasses (size doesn’t matter)
-a divider of some sort for the middle of the table (you can even stack some books- just make sure the other team can’t see where your battleshots are)
-a marker
-light colored table cloth you can write on

Use a ruler or book to create a battle ship board on the table cloth. Label the x-axis with letters and the y-axis with numbers, place your shots and start calling out coordinates. If you have a shot on B5 and the other team guesses “B5″, you must sink your battleshot- into your mouth. Keep the shots at 1 ounce for maximum play time.

3. Twisted-er

The game of Twister is already hard enough when you’re sober. Make the rule if you fall you drink, and its hilariously impossible. Use food coloring in shots of light colored liquor to make it even more interesting. If you miss a red dot, drink a red shot.

4. Pictionary

This game gets more and more fun as it goes along. Have everyone write phrases on separate index cards. 20 phrases per person is good. It makes it fun to put inappropriate stuff on the cards, but obviously, know your audience. Phrases could be things like “Does a bear scat in the woods?” or “She’s not the brightest crayon in the box.” Divide into teams and start picking cards to draw for the other team to guess. Set a timer for 1 minute and if they haven’t guessed the phrase, they drink and your team gets a point. Whoever has the most points wins!

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Don’t mix stuff.

This is true for anytime you’re drinking but in Amsterdam it can be very tempting to try everything in the world at once. With so many things to try, its common for people to start with cocktails and then wander into a coffee shop or truffle store and get a little more twisted than they can handle. If you’re not a veteran smoker, try it on its own without the drink first to see how you react. You can always drink when your high has worn off.

Watch for bikes.

If you’re coming from a place where most people drive cars, you may not be used to people shooting by you on bicycles at all hours of the day and night. In Amsterdam, the bike lanes get just as crowded as the car lanes and are right next to the sidewalk. If you’re not careful, you can easily stumble in front of someone’s bike which would be a tragedy for both you and the rider. Keep an eye out and stay on the sidewalk where others are walking. At crosswalks, look for bikes before you walk.

Photo by Jace Afsoon

Don’t take drinks from strangers.

Most people in Amsterdam are well-meaning locals and tourists just looking to have a good time. But, like any city, there are people looking to prey on unsuspecting partiers. Its generally a good rule never to take accept drinks from strangers. If someone wants to buy you a cocktail, make sure its coming directly from the bartender. If you feel stranger that usual from a few drinks, seek medical help to be sure nothing was dropped in without you knowing.

Careful with balloons.

Nitrous balloons are legal in Amsterdam. If you’re not familiar with this, it’s a balloon filled with nitrous gas that you inhale and go on a little trip. It only lasts a few seconds but is not very good for your brain or general health. Many bars sell balloons as well as sketchy street salesman- but I wouldn’t recommend trying it if you’ve had a few drinks. Inhaling the gas affects people differently and can sometimes cause seizures or loss of consciousness. Drinking in addition to nitrous can be especially harmful if you’re not sure how it will affect you.

Photo by Joel Muniz

Overall, Amsterdam is a safe, fun city with lots to do and drink. Taking common sense precautions will ensure you have a fun time drinking without dying.

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Aries people are natural-born leaders, fearless and energetic, they constantly have to keep themselves busy. Socially, they are engaging and have strong magnetism that keeps them the center of attention. Aries often take on more than they can handle, which is why they should try this drink to help them relax:

MANHATTAN
2 oz whiskey
1/2 oz vermouth
splash of bitters (if you like)
serve over ice with a maraschino cherry

TAURUS

Taureans are practical people who pride themselves on being reliable and down-to-earth. They work hard to earn the finer things in life and enjoy being secure in love and finance. Patient and humble, they often keep their problems to themselves until its gone too far- in which case they become the angry bull! This cocktail combines Taurus’s love for lavish things with their stable temperament:

BELLINI
2 oz peach puree
4 oz sparkling wine
garnish with a peach slice

GEMINI

People of The Twins sign are intelligent and witty but can also be emotionally unstable and quite sensitive. They always try to gather as much information as possible to come to the most accurate conclusion about any subject. Sometimes Geminis can have trouble communicating love to their partners- which is where this little truth serum cocktail comes in:

LA PALOMA
2 oz tequila
1/2 oz lime juice
pinch of salt
splash of grapefruit soda

CANCER

Cancers like to stay home- like a crab in its shell. They feel everything very deeply and can easily become upset if their world is not exactly the way they like. Cancers are super devoted to their families and loved ones but must watch their moodiness, as they cannot control everyone’s behavior. This cocktail makes for a good mood for all you grumpy Cancers:

HAPPY APPLE
1 oz vodka
2 oz sour apple liqueur
1 oz apple juice

LEO

Leos are the most creative and ambitious of the zodiac signs. They thrive to be the center of attention and often fall into the traps of social media- wanting to be the most attractive, most successful, most fun. Leos should try this cocktail to bring a little self-introspection into their lives and consider what’s really important:

THE THINKING CAP
2 oz bourbon
splash of rootbeer
splash of orange bitters
garnish with an orange peel

VIRGO

Virgos love to stay practical and rational, even when things are falling apart. They are delicate and warm on the inside, though they may seem cold to others because of their rational demeanor. This cocktail will help even the most conservative Virgo open up and show the emotions they have inside:

CHALINO
3 oz tequila blanco
1/2 tbsp. creme de cassis
1/2 oz. lemon juice
1/2 oz. lime juice
1/2 tbsp. simple syrup

LIBRA

Libras are kind and warm with an innate ability to enjoy the little things. It is hard to rile up a Libra, as they are great at being diplomatic and hate conflict. They’d rather side with you and keep the piece than be right. To hone this peacekeeping skill, Libras should try this cocktail:

FRENCH CONNECTION
2 oz cognac
2 oz amaretto

SCORPIO

Scorpios are the volcanoes of the zodiac. While their personalities are huge and mostly wonderful, they can also be quite volatile and erupt at any moment over the smallest inconvenience. Scorpios are known for having keen intuition but can often veer towards jealousy if they’re not careful. To focus more on what they bring to the table, Scorpios can sip on this introspective cocktail:

JEAN HARLOW
2 oz light rum
2 oz sweet vermouth
garnish with a lemon peel

SAGITARIUS

Sagittarius people are restless and love to travel and explore. They are constantly searching for new experiences and dimensions of thought. This cocktail might help them be a little less self-critical and lean more into their curious tendencies:

YAKA HULA HICKEY DULA
1 1/2 oz dark rum
1 1/2 oz dry vermouth
1 1/2 oz pineapple juice

CAPRICORN

Capricorns love structure in their lives. They are natural goal setters who do well under pressure and love living their lives by specific guidelines. They often need to learn to let go a little and to realize that not everything is under their control- and that’s ok. Here’s a mixed drink for Capricorn people who want to get a little more accomplished today:

BLACK RUSSIAN
2 oz vodka
2 oz coffee liqueur
splash of cola
serve with a cherry

AQUARIUS

Aquarians have high expectations of people. They have strong, dominant personalities and constantly seek alone time while they sift through their own thoughts. They are the “forgive but not forget” sign and once you wrong an Aquarius, you’ll always have a bit of the cold shoulder from them. This cocktail is good to sip alone for Aquariuses trying to be a bit more tolerant:

WHITE WINE SPRITZER
3 oz chilled white wine
1 oz club soda
garnish with an orange peel

PISCES

Pisces people are gentle, nurturing and emotionally sensitive to the needs of others. They like to meander through life with a smile and try to avoid conflict if they can. Because of their “just keep swimming” mindset, they sometimes expect problems to work themselves out than actively try and solve them. This is a drink perfect for Pisces people trying to get their act together:

DARK AND STORMY
2 oz dark rum
1 oz tequila
splash of ginger beer
2 oz freshly brewed espresso

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1. KARSK

Karsk is a beverage popular in the rural parts of Sweden and Norway. It is a mix of moonshine and weak coffee served hot with a spoonful of sugar to help it go down. If the drink is too strong, it can be lit on fire to burn some of the moonshine and bring the alcohol content down a bit.

The word Karsk means healthy and vigorous in Old Norse- which makes total sense for a drink combining caffeine with moonshine.

2. SNAKE WINE

Yes, snake wine is what the name suggests- a venomous snake is placed inside a bottle of rice wine or grain alcohol (usually alive) and breaks down in the liquid for months before consumed. Because the venom is broken down by the alcohol, it is safe to drink. Snake wine originated in China but is found in Vietnam as well. It was created to capture the essence and virility of the snake but cannot be exported due to the endangered nature of most of the snakes used to prepare it.

3. KUMIS

Kumis is an ancient brew created by fermenting mare or donkey milk for days until it becomes alcoholic. In the past it was made in saddlebags as people moved from place to place or deep wooden casks. It originated in Turkey but no one is quite sure how long ago people began making it. Kumis is considered its own alcohol class, as its made from milk instead of fruit or grain, and is still enjoyed today in the summer months when animals are roaming their pastures.

4. ABSINTHE

Absinthe is a misunderstood alcohol. It is rumored to cause hallucinations much like LSD or psilocybin, but in reality doesn’t make you any more drunk than any other liquor of its potency. It is generally a greenish color and is made with anise, grand wormwood flowers and other herbs according to where its made.

Absinthe has a long and uncertain history, making appearances in both ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece before being spread all over Europe and later to the Americas. Because of its strength, it was outlawed in many countries and is still banned for sale in the United States.

5. CYNAR

If you were to create a new alcoholic drink, I doubt the first flavor that comes in mind is asparagus-  but that’s exactly what cynar is made from. It is low sugar and 16% ABV. An Italian liquor, it is often consumed before a meal to stimulate the appetite or afterwards to aid with digestion. It is enjoyed across Europe and often mixed with orange juice or even eggnog to curb the bitter taste.

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Thankfully, there are a myriad of hacks to help you enjoy some adult beverages without ruining your diet. Here are our favorite low-carb cocktails:

1. Hard Seltzer

Hard seltzer is the alcohol created for the low-carb community. With only 2g of carbs and 1g of sugar per can, this is a delicious way to wind down guilt-free at the end of a long day. Budlight makes a great hard seltzer in a variety of flavors and all are made with cane-sugar alcohol which is healthier than the alternatives. Great to drink chilled by the pool showing off your summer bod.

2. Tequila

Tequila is a low-carb liquor that even the Rock enjoys drinking. As long as you don’t mix it with any sugary juice, it can be consumed in moderation without derailing your diet. Here’s a lovely little keto cocktail you can order anywhere or make at home.

6oz sugar free soda or fruity seltzer
2 oz white tequila
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
ice cubes
salted rim

3. Wine

Wine is a great choice if you’re actively trying to reduce the amount of carbs and sugar in your diet. What type you should choose depends on your goals.

If you’re concerned about insulin or blood sugar spikes, stick with dry reds like merlot. It is unlikely to significantly affect blood sugar levels and usually has less than 2g total carbs per glass. If you’re already pretty fit or maintaining, even a sweet glass of Riesling clocks in at about 4g carbs.

So have a glass and check yourself out in the mirror, hottie.

4. Vodka-Soda

Vodka-soda is the unsung hero of having fun while keeping your habits in check. Vodka is a zero-carb ally with only about 70 calories per 2.5oz shot. Combined with 0-calorie soda water and a few limes, this is the perfect mixture to give you a little fun without the worry later. Add a little Stevia to sweeten it and some mint leaves for a classic Mo-keto!

5. Low-Carb Beer

You already gave up cookies but you don’t have to give up a cold beer on a hot day. In the wave of low-carb and keto options come a host of beers that boast great hops taste with less carbs. One of the best options is Budweiser Select 55. It has 99 calories and only 3g of carbs per bottle. Crack open a cold one while you examine your abs coming in.

Alcohol in moderation can be a great compliment to your low-carb or keto diet. So stop worrying and enjoy your body in whatever shape its in.

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THE QUARANTINI

A new spin on a yellow fever, the quarantini is a combination of sweet and sour- kind of like life when you’re stuck at home.

1 1/2 ounces vodka
1/2 ounce Galliano
1/2 ounce lime juice
1 ounce pineapple juice
garnish with toilet paper to show how rich you are

THE VODKA-C 

Put a little vitamin C into your life with this spritzer. Orange juice and any immune boosting powder added to vodka creates a funny little ode to our immune systems and a delicious, hilarious party drink.

2 oz vodka
splash of orange juice
1/2 Emergen-C packet
splash of sparking water
garnish with oranges

THE CURE

Find some old test tubes or beakers you have laying around and come up with your own cure- for quarantine boredom- with this delightful mix. You can substitute with any blue liquor.

2 oz Hypnotiq
2 oz white wine
splash of ginger ale
serve in beaker for maximum effect

The Social Dist-shandy

This one is for sharing with your social distancing buddies while relaxing in your yard watching the grass grow.

1 bottle Budlight beer
2 oz peach brandy
splash of strawberry lemonade
garnish with a face mask to make sure no one coughs into it

THE BOREDOM BOWL

This is for the third week of quarantine, when you’ve organized your entire closet, deleted all 700 of your spam e-mails and watched everything on Netflix. It’s boring, but delicious.

2 oz strawberry liqueur
2 oz strawberry Budlight Seltzer
splash of orange juice
garnish with a strawberry that you have removed all the seeds from with tweezers

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Pamplemousse

Ah, pamplemousse—so much fun to say! It is, of course, the French word for “grapefruit,” and as we’re sure you’ll agree, everyone should say “pamplemousse” instead, for the entirety of forever. While many cocktails call themselves by this tongue-pleasing term, they are merely masquerading, and you should not believe them. No, if you’re in the mood for a simple drink that doesn’t pack a lot of punch but still tastes delicious, this is the Pamplemousse for you.

Recipe:

1 ounce of dry gin
½ of an ounce of elderflower liqueur
1 ounce of freshly squeeze grapefruit juice
½ of an ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 large basil leaf for the garnish
Ice

Grab your cocktail shaker, fill it with ice, then add everything except the basil and shake vigorously. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass that you’ve chilled, then float the basil leaf on top.

An Americano

The Americano is simplicity itself. It’s low-key, laid-back, and it has less alcohol than most traditional cocktails. It lends itself quite well to sipping, especially on a long, hot afternoon in the summer. It’s a popular cocktail for the Fourth of July, as well, but to be honest, that’s mostly because of the color. You won’t want to reserve this for just one holiday. If you’ve never tried it, we implore you to give it a taste.

Recipe:
1 ounce of Campari
1 ounce of vermouth
Club soda
1 orange twist for garnish

Fill a highball or rocks glass with ice, then pour in the vermouth and the Campari. Top it off with the club soda, then place the orange twist wherever you please.

Campari and Soda

Campari is a popular choice for low-key cocktails with equally low alcohol content. It goes down lighter than other liquors, it mixes well, and you get a nice, warm buzz from it without feeling the need to get rip-roaringly drunk. Everybody needs a comfortable, relaxed evening sometimes. A cocktail like this is particularly helpful if you don’t enjoy drinking a lot, but you don’t want to be awkward while you’re out with a group. You’re welcome.

Recipe:

2 ounces of Campari
Soda water
Lime or lemon wedge for garnish

Fill a highball glass with ice, pour in the Campari, then top it off with the soda water. Garnish it with your citrus wedge of choice and serve or sip yourself.

Sangria

Sangria is a lovely, lightweight punch. In theory, it contains a lot of alcohol, but the batches are so big, and there are so many ingredients, the content is safely diluted. That means you can enjoy glass after glass of this, and believe us, you’ll want to. Bear in mind that you can substitute any kinds of wine, fruits, and juices you like. Don’t be put off by the massive ingredients list, either; the execution itself is effortless.

Recipe:

½ of a cup of brandy
¼ of a cup of lemon juice
1/3 of a cup of frozen lemonade concentrate
1/3 of a cup of orange juice
1 bottle of dry red wine
½ of a cup of triple sec
1 sliced orange
1 sliced lemon
1 sliced lime
¼ of a cup of white sugar, optional
8 maraschino cherries
2 cups of carbonated water, optional

Get a large punch bowl or pitcher and add everything except the club soda. Just let the citrus slices and cherries float. Place it in the fridge overnight. If you’re using the water, add it just before you serve the punch.

What do you drink when you want something chill and low-key? Do you stick to beer or do you have a go-to cocktail?

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Cascade Apricot Ale

Classified as a wild ale, the Cascade Apricot Ale knows quite a bit about pairing sweet fruit flavors with the toasty bitterness of hops and barley. Apricot has a subtler sweetness than, say, peaches or similar fruit. They also have an earthy note that beautifully complements the signature taste of a traditional ale. The alcohol itself doesn’t lose any of its darkness or taste, nor does the flavor disappear beneath the apricot, which is practically just a hint, anyway. It’s a pairing to consider if you’re into home brewing and decide to experiment with a fruit-based beer.

Raspberry Eisbock

Is there any alcohol that isn’t made ten times better with the addition of raspberries? Eisbock is a bock beer, of course, but it’s extremely potent, incredibly full bodied, and quite malty. That combination, in particular, mixes well with the raspberries. They lighten the somewhat heavy brew, and offer a tart, fresh counter to the rich malt flavor of the Eisbock. Look for a beer like this if you love dark brews but don’t enjoy drinking anything too heavy. Fruit is a fantastic equalizer.

Sliced Nectarine IPA

Nectarines don’t get enough attention, do they? They’re tarter than peaches, which is why they work so well with IPA. The sliced nectarines cut some of the bitterness, but they also benefit from the toasty taste of so many IPAs. Home brewers, remember this flavor pairing. Believe it or not, it’s not altogether difficult to add fruity flavors to your own tasty creations.

New Glarus Strawberry Rhubarb

You’re used to strawberry rhubarb pie, right? After all, it’s a summertime staple. Now, imagine that flavor in beer. The strawberries provide plenty of fresh summertime sweetness—protip for home brewers: think about using wild strawberries, instead—while the rhubarb offers an earthy tartness that balances out the strawberries and heightens the taste of the malt. Pretty magical, huh?

As home brewing and indie companies become more popular, interesting flavor combinations will continue to abound. Have you ever thought about adding fruit to any of your brew recipes? If you’ve done it, tell us how the beer tasted.

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The Catcher in the Rye

It’s no surprise that this cocktail derives its name from J. D. Salinger’s masterpiece on teenage angst and youthful anger. It’s also no surprise that the cocktail contains a lot of whiskey. We’re not kidding. Drink with caution, or else you’re apt to start thinking that you’re Holden Caufield. Put down that cigarette and stop sneering at girls, Holden.

Recipe:

1 ½ ounces of rye
1 ounce of Amontillado sherry
½ of an ounce of Torani Amer
¼ of an ounce of Grand Marnier
1 dash of bitters

Place all the ingredients in your cocktail shaker, after adding ice. Stir it, don’t shake it. Strain the mixture into a glass and garnish with a twist of orange.

The Shirley Temple Black

You all know about the Shirley Temple, right? It’s as precious and sweet as the adorable little imp for whom it’s named. Shirley Temple was America’s sweetheart, particularly during the Depression, when the nation needed someone to cheer up their collective sorrows. It’s no wonder the curly-haired starlet inspired such a sweet, virginal cocktail. But then Shirley got married and became Shirley Temple Black, which inspired a cocktail of another kind. Basically, it’s just a Shirley Temple with actual alcohol in it—usually dark rum (also a play on the name, you see), but honestly, you can use anything you like.

Recipe:

1 ½ ounces of dark rum
1 ½ ounces of cranberry juice
7-UP
Maraschino cherries

Grab a tall glass and fill it with ice. Pour in the rum, then the juice, and top it off with 7-UP. Add the cherries for garnish.

The Tequila Mockingbird

Get it? Like To Kill a Mockingbird! Isn’t that terribly clever? Readers are a punny bunch. We have to say, however, that this is also a ridiculously delicious cocktail. It has a serious bite, thanks to jalapeno, but the heat can help stave off your hangover before it even sets in, which is excellent considering that there’s tequila involved here.

Recipe:

2 ounces of Patron Silver Tequila
1 ½ ounces of watermelon-basil puree
¾ of an ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice
¾ of an ounce of agave syrup
1 jalapeno pepper slice

Muddle the jalapeno in your cocktail shaker, then fill the shaker with ice and add the rest of your ingredients. Shake it up for about ten seconds, then double strain it into a rocks glass that you’ve filled with ice.

Do you know any other clever cocktails? Get pretentious with us. Share the wealth.

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The Appellation Cooler

It’s always fun when you come across a drink that’s ‘grammable as well as tasty. Because wine-based cocktails are popular in many of today’s hipster-oriented and farm-to-table restaurants, the cocktails are getting quite comely. The names are pretty cool, too, as in the case of the Appellation Cooler. It’s light, fresh, and herbal—the basil vermouth is easy to make, by the way; you just fill a jar with sprigs of loosely packed basil, then pour in the vermouth and let it sit for an hour. After that, strain it into a new jar and put in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Recipe:

8 ounces of dry white wine
4 ounces of Cocci Americano
4 ounces of basil vermouth
4 teaspoons of apricot liqueur
4 ounces of chilled dry sparkling wine
Ice
Slices of seedless cucumber for garnish

Pour the dry wine, Cocci Americano, vermouth, and apricot liqueur into a pitcher, then fill it with ice and stir to combine. Now stir in the sparkling wine and garnish with the slices of cucumber.

Everything’s Coming Up Rosé

As you can probably imagine, this cocktail is rosé-based. In fact, it’s sangria, but we promise that it’s unlike any sangria you’ve ever tasted. It includes Aperol, which adds a pleasant bitterness, but there’s also a delicious, delicate hibiscus tea that pleases the palate so much, it’s easy to go through several glasses of this without even realizing it.

Recipe:

8 ounces of dry rosé, chilled
4 ounces of Lillet rosé
4 ounces of brewed hibiscus tea, chilled
2 ounces of freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 ounces of simple syrup
1 ounce of Aperol
4 ounces of club soda, chilled
Ice
Sliced strawberries, lemon wheels, and halved grapefruit wheels for garnish

Prepare a punch bowl or pitcher, and pour in the rosé, the Lillet, the tea, the lemon juice, the syrup, and the Aperol. Add ice and stir, then stir in the soda and the fruit.

Late Harvest Wine and Campari Cocktails

This cocktail was made for grilling season. If you’re ruling the grill, you’ll want one in hand. If you’re handling everything else, you’ll want several. It’s refreshing and mellow with a bittersweet flavor that’s sure to keep both you and your guests coming back to the punch bowl. Seriously, try serving this at your next BBQ. We swear it will be a hit.

Recipe:

3 ¾ cups of sweet, late-harvest white wine, like Riesling
2 ¼ cups of freshly squeezed orange juice
1 cup of Campari
Ice

In a punch bowl or pitcher, pour in the white wine, orange juice, and Campari. Stir gently and refrigerate for two hours or so. When you’re ready to serve the drinks, pour them over ice.

Now that you know the wine-based cocktails we crave, feel free to share yours. And yes, we’re always happy to hear about new sangria recipes.

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White Peach and Gin Fizz

The poor Gin Fizz. It’s been thoroughly debauched by hipsters, probably because it lends itself so well to a variety of flavors. We can’t really say anything bad about peaches, white or otherwise, since peaches are delicious. However, they also have their place, and their place is not in a Gin Fizz. If you want to get the hipster out of this particular cocktail, just go the traditional route. Make yourself a Fizz the way Fizzes were meant to be made.

Recipe:

1 ounce of club soda
2 ounces of Plymouth gin
1 ounce of lemon juice
¾ of an ounce of simple syrup
1 egg white

Grab a Collins or Fizz glass, add the club soda, then set it aside. Add everything else into your cocktail shaker, but don’t add ice yet—just shake it for 10 seconds or so. Now add a few ice cubes and shake vigorously, then double strain the mixture into your glass.

Charred Pineapple Mojito

This mojito is so damn extra. Half of the stuff in there isn’t even necessary. We cannot imagine cooking anything in order to enjoy a drink. We have a hard enough time making our own simple syrup, thank you very much. Point blank, pineapples are not needed in mojitos. Charred pineapples are definitely unnecessary. To banish the hipster back to whence it came, leave out the pineapple and stick to the lime.

Recipe:

10 fresh mint leaves
½ of a lime, cut into four wedges
2 tablespoons of white sugar, just to taste
1 cup of ice cubes
1 ½ ounces of white rum
½ of a cup of club soda

Muddle the mint and one lime wedge in the bottom of a sturdy glass, then add two more lime wedges as well as the sugar and muddle once more. Don’t strain. Fill the glass with ice, pour the rum over it, then top it off with club soda. Stir, give it a taste, and add more sugar if you need to, then garnish with the last lime wedge.

Lavender Collins

There’s no question that the Lavender Collins is a gorgeous drink. Just look at it. However, it also tastes like lavender. Since lavender is a calming herb, we cannot help but feel that mixing it with alcohol is basically like drinking a coma. Do yourself a favor. Forget about the hipster additions, enjoy a Tom Collins, and if you’re that crazy about lavender, then just take a bath with some Calgon after.

Recipe:

1 ½ cups of ice
2 ounces of gin
¾ of an ounce of lemon juice
½ of an ounce of simple syrup
1 cup of ice
2 ounces of club soda
1 lemon wedge

Take a Collins glass, fill it with the 1 ½ cups of ice, then place it in the freezer. Now grab your cocktail shaker, fill it with the rest of the ice, and add the gin, juice, and syrup. Shake vigorously until chilled, then strain over your Collins glass. Top it off with the club soda, then garnish with the lemon wedge.

Have hipsters ruined any of your favorite drinks with their creative nonsense? What did they do to your signature cocktail?

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