Your Favorite Summer Treats Turn into Cocktails
By Marie Gorbenko Published June 2022
There’s nothing like a refreshing treat on a hot, summer day in Florida - from frozen slushies to juicy watermelon wedges. But are you looking to reinvent the way you enjoy these nostalgic summertime snacks? Why not turn them into cocktails that capture the best tastes and textures of your favorite foods! Here are some of our best-loved summer treats turned into cocktails that are sure to be a hit with friends and family.
If You Like Key Lime Pie, Try a Key Lime Pie Martini
Named the official pie of Florida by the state legislature in 2006, Key Lime Pie has actually been a state institution and source of pride for over a century. Synonymous with good times in the Florida sunshine, this classic dessert is a rich blend of citrus and dairy, all nestled in a sweet graham cracker crust. Bring the goodness of this temptingly tart pie to your home bar with our zesty martini recipe.
The Recipe:
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Honey
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Graham cracker crumbs
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2 ounces Blue Chair Bay Key Lime Rum Cream
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1 ounce Siesta Key Toasted Coconut Rum
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¼ ounce pineapple juice
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¼ ounce lime juice
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Splash of cream, optional
Rim a glass with honey and dip in graham cracker crumbs. Set aside. In a shaker with ice, combine key lime rum, toasted coconut rum, pineapple juice, and a splash of cream if desired. Shake well and strain into rimmed glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.
If You Like Italian Ice, Try a Lemon Drop Lime Icetail
What’s better on a scorching hot day than a refreshing cocktail? An icetail! While Italian ice isn’t exactly Italian (it’s an American innovation that originated in New Jersey about a century ago), its roots can be traced back to a Sicilian creation called granita—a semi-frozen dessert that functioned much like our beloved Italian ice to help keep the heat at bay on sultry days. Our vodka version does just that -but with a citrus kick.
The Recipe:
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1 ounces Reyka Vodka
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½ ounce triple sec
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1 ½ ounces fresh lemon juice
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2 ounces simple syrup
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2 ½ ounces water
In a mixing glass, add vodka, triple sec, lemon juice, simple syrup, and water. Stir to combine and pour contents into cups or ice pop molds. Freeze until solid.
If You Like S’mores, Try a Bond Fire S’mores
We can thank the good ‘ol Girl Scouts for inventing this combination of fireside gooey goodness all the way back in 1927! Seeing as this year marks the 95th anniversary of the legendary smore, we can’t think of a better way to have a (very adult) celebration than by toasting with our cocktail version. No bonfire required.
The Recipe:
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1 ½ ounces Brother’s Bond Bourbon
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4 ounces cold brew coffee
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2 dashes aromatic bitters
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Toasted marshmallow
Add bourbon, mezcal, coffee and aromatic bitters to a glass with ice. Stir to combine and garnish with a toasted marshmallow.
If You Like Watermelon Wedges, Try a Watermelon Mint Marg
The drought-resistant watermelon has been prized for millennia for its ability to store water and thrive even in the driest regions of the world. So, it’s no wonder that we reach for this most refreshing of summer fruits whenever we’re craving an infusion of sweet, juicy hydration. With watermelon season now in full swing, there’s no better time to explore watermelon-based cocktails for an invigorating sip any time of day (or night)!
The Recipe:
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8–10 mint leaves
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5, (1) inch watermelon cubes (or 1 ounce watermelon juice)
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2 ounces Casamigos Blanco Tequila
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1 ounce fresh lime juice
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½ ounce simple syrup
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2 dashes aromatic bitters
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Mint sprig
Muddle mint leaves and 4 watermelon cubes in a shaker. Add ice, tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters. Shake well and double strain into a glass over fresh ice. Garnish with additional watermelon cube and mint sprig.
Looking for more inspiring summer cocktail recipes? Check out our full list of refreshing recipes.