15 Refreshing Drinks to Keep You Cool by the Pool This Summer

Summer is all about spending time outside. When the weather gets really hot, nothing beats a day lounging by the pool, drink in hand. Whether you have a yard full of guests or you're enjoying a relaxing solo sesh—or you're really on someone's roof or fire escape—you can't go wrong with one of these refreshing beverages.

 

Tropical Vibes

Frozen Banana Daiquiri

 

My Favorite Pina Colada

 

 

Mango Lassi 

 

Something Fruity

Raspberry Acetosa Mojito

 

Blackberry Caipirinha

 

 

Rhubarb Cordial

  

Blueberry Smoothie

 

 

Bright Day, Bright Citrus 

The Bowery Punch

 

 

Southside

 

Orange Ginger Mint Sodas 

 

Sparkling Rhubarb Lemonade 

 

Iced Mint and Citrus Tea 

  

Saffron and Cardamom Lemonade Concentrate 

 

Retro Raspberry Lime Rickeys

 

The Sip With A Kick

The Michelada

 

 

This list was originally published in July 2013. We've updated it with more of the drinks we've enjoyed since. The list gets ever longer.