Level Up Your Day Drinking Game With These Classy Cocktails

Summer is finally upon us! Celebrate with some classy day drinking before it gets too hot to venture too far from your AC.

Citrus Hops Gin Fizz

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It's a hoptail! For the adventurous beer drinker who wants a little extra buzz in their hoppy goodness.

Rhubarb Mojito

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Nothing says summer quite like the first rhubarb harvest. Add some booze, and you have the perfect June drink.

Prickly Pear Slush

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If only your local slushie vendor had these bad boys.

Citrus Paloma Cocktail

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A refreshing burst of citrus that not only beats the heat, but helps prevent scurvy. In case you feel like doing any pirating, yar.

Cherry Coconut Milkshakes

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Your favorite milkshake, all grown up.

Texas Grapefruit Old Fashioned

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What Don Draper's Southern Doppleganger would sip.

Strawberry Mango Margarita

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Sure, you can order a sugar-filled version at your local chain restaurant, but why would you when you can make the fresh fruit version in the comfort of your own home?

Peach Bellini

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What a mere mimosa wishes it could be.

Deep Eddy Ruby Red Gimlet

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Park yourself near a body of water and try this tart take on a gimlet.

Ginger Mojito Cocktail

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Mint and Ginger, it's a match made in cocktail heaven.

Rose Collins Cocktail

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You'll want to stop and DRINK the roses after you try this Rose Collins. Subtly sweet and floral.

Strawberry Basil Sangria

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It's like your favorite sangria had a lovechild with a caprese salad. In a good way.