15 Summer Cocktails That Are Basically A Salad

Get to sippin'.

1. Elderflower Smash

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Feeling hot and sweaty? The crisp combo of elderflower and mint in this fresh cocktail is guaranteed to beat the heat. Get the recipe here.

2. Green Goddess Margarita

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Cucumber and lime are the star flavors of this supremely satisfying take on a margarita. Get the recipe here.

3. Hibiscus Mai Tai With Thyme And Fresh Pineapple Juice

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Summer breeze, makes me feel fiiiiine — just like this punched up twist on a classic tiki cocktail. Thinking it'll be too sweet? Nah. It's only lightly sweetened with honey and hibiscus tea. Get the recipe here.

4. Peach, Ginger, And Mint Slushie

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As if the trio of peach, ginger, and mint isn't perfect enough — this cocktail is also in SLUSHY form. Could this be more summery? Get the recipe here.

5. Strawberry Chamomile Paloma

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This version of a paloma swaps out the traditional grapefruit juice for strawberries infused with a little chamomile honey tea. Light, fresh, and topped with sparkling water? Yes, yes, and yes. Get the recipe here.

6. Rhubarb, Grapefruit, And Thyme Cocktail

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Let's be real: Even if rhubarb and grapefruit weren't a match made in heaven, I would sip this cocktail for that gorgeous coral color alone. Get the recipe here.

7. Watermelon, Basil, Cucumber, And Gin Cocktail

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Watermelon and basil is the most criminally underrated combo!!! There, I said it. See for yourself with this super-summery cocktail. Get the recipe here.

8. Pineapple Pluot Shrub Cocktail

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If you're not sure what a shrub is, it's basically a cocktail made from a sweet, fruit- and vinegar-based syrup. If you're not sure what a pluot is, it's a plum-apricot hybrid. If you're not sure why this drink isn't in your hand yet: Get the recipe here.

9. Gin & Tonic With Lemon Cordial And Rosemary

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Tangy meets herbaceous in this elegant take on a classic. Who says a summer cocktail can't be simple? Get the recipe here.

10. Pimm’s Cup Cocktail with Ginger, Lime, And Tarragon

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Sure, we've all tried a Pimm's Cup, but have you tried a Pimm's Cup with tarragon? Paired with ginger and lime, the subtly sweet flavor in this drink will have your tastebuds tingling. Get the recipe here.

11. Blueberry Basil Smash

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Is it even summer without a smash? I'll take two, please. Get the recipe here.

12. Blood Orange Rosemary Gin Cocktail

thebravelife.co

I'm actually annoyed this drink isn't in my hand as I write this. Honey-rosemary simple syrup, blood orange juice, and gin?! I mean, come on. Get the recipe here.

13. Absinthe Cucumber Cooler

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Cucumber is the ultimate summer cocktail ingredient, amirite? Toast to the toasty weather with this refreshing drink, which finishes with a pinch of pepper. Get the recipe here.

14. Apple, Basil, And Prosecco Spritzer

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So crisp. So clean. Get the recipe here.

15. Vodka Pear Lavender Lemonade

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Lavender lemonade is one thing, but pear lavender lemonade?! Talk about a lip-smacker. Get the recipe here.

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