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9 Summer Cocktails That Are Better Than Air Conditioning

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June  4, 2015
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When he's not busy running the cocktail program at New York City's Marta, Erik Lombardo is giving us the rundown on all things spirits—and showing us the best ways to drink them. 

Today: We're rounding up 9 of Erik's summertime drinks to help us get through the hot season ahead. 

In the summer, it can be tough to convince yourself to do much besides stand in front of an air conditioner or an open freezer. But since you're already near the freezer, you might as well grab some ice cubes. And since you're in the kitchen, get a glass and a shaker and a bottle or two. You’re minutes away from a cold cocktail. Here's to clearing the hot summer haze—these 9 cocktails will help.

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Queens Park Swizzle 



Frozen Banana Daiquiri



Braulio Shandy (Valtellina), a.k.a. Beermosa



Mint Julep



Tom Collins



Singapore Sling



Mai Tai



Paloma, the Working Man's Margarita



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What's your favorite summer cocktail? Tell us in the comments below!

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5 Comments

Deb B.
Deb B. August 12, 2015
Simply Limeade, vodka, and a splash of seltzer (for low-cal bubbles), with fresh raspberries. Make it by the glass, in a pitcher, or when the Limeade container is about 1/2 empty just make it directly in the container! A small cooler for ice and you are ready for the perfect summer picnic cocktail. Seriously delicious!
 
jeanne
jeanne August 12, 2015
Myers Rum, pineapple juice and a healthy squeeze of lime. Nothing better on a hot afternoon(after 5 of course)!
 
Justin S.
Justin S. June 9, 2017
After 2*
 
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Justin S. June 9, 2017
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Melanie
Melanie July 10, 2015
I love a basil gimlet, made with fresh squeezed lime juice muddled with fresh basil, a spot of agave syrup and Tito's vodka, shaken well and strained into a well-chilled martini glass. Garnish with a large basil leaf. For a lighter version, serve over ice and top with Topo Chico mineral water. Enjoy!