Summertime means fun, sun and lots of gatherings with friends and family. If you are throwing a pool party you’ll definitely need some poolside refreshment. Our party experts found some cool and delicious drink recipes to use all summer long!
Cucumber Mojitos
Ingredients
- 3 cups light rum
- 1 bunch fresh mint (apprx. 1 ½ cups sprigs)
- 1 seedless cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups fresh lime juice
- A bag of shaved ice for serving
- 1 bottle (10-ounces) soda water
- Fresh mint sprigs for garnish
Directions:
In a large bowl combine the rum, 1 bunch mint and half of the cucumber slices. Cover and let infuse overnight.
The next day, strain the rum, being sure to press out all the rum. Discard the mint and cucumber. Place the rum in a large pitcher and add the sugar and lime juice. Mix well to dissolve the sugar. Add in the rest of the cucumber slices. Right before serving, add the soda water and stir gently.
Serve in chilled glasses filled with ice and garnish with mint if desired.
Paradise Punch
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz. White Rum
- 1/2 oz. Dark Rum
- 3 oz. Guava Juice/Nectar
- 3 oz. Pineapple Juice
Directions:
Fill a hurricane glass with ice. Add white rum and the juices. Float the dark rum on top. Garnish with a pineapple wedge. Yum!
Margarita On The Rocks
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups quality tequila
- 1/2 cup Grand Marnier
- 1/3 bottle of beer – a pilsner works best
- 1 can frozen lemonade(without pulp if possible)
- Juice of 1/2 a lemon
- Juice of 1/2 a lime
Directions:
Add all the ingredients into a pitcher with a tight fitting lid. Shake up the and serve in a chilled glass filled with ice. Sprinkle with just a touch of sugar and salt.
Enjoy your day by the pool! Check out PurpleTrail online invitations for your next summer gathering.
