Drinks

Instead of pouring the hot concentrate over ice and sugar, the tea bags are steeped directly in a very basic, boiled simple syrup, that is then left to cool a bit before being transferred to a pitcher, making it a perfect pitcher tea. Since the tea is poured over iced filled glasses, it seems to use less ice and the flavor and strength turned out spot on.

Somewhere between Sangría and Planter’s Punch, the flavor of this refreshing cocktail pops thanks to Yellow Chartreuse and Grand Marnier. It’s a guaranteed way to keep your guests cool at your next barbecue.

Hot days call for cool desserts, like this boozy milk shake.

There are only four ingredients needed to make this glorious milkshake-milk, strawberries, ice cream, and Nutella. Throw everything in the blender and blend until creamy and smooth. You can serve the milkshake plain with no bells and whistles, but I like to go all out. I and add a big spoonful of Nutella to the bottom of my glass. I pour the Strawberry Nutella shake over the creamy Nutella and top the shake with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles. I love sipping up little chunks of Nutella and it is a nice surprise at the end.

This is totally healthy. And it tastes good. And it’s somewhat filling. And it doesn’t even have chocolate? I’m so confused.

This refreshing fruity beverage showcases fresh raspberries and blueberries.

This combination of sparkling wine and strawberries may look girly and fruity, but after one glass you’ll understand why it’s called punch.

This is SO GOOD!!

Aw, how cute, boozy bears! Yes and no. As adorably innocuous as these guys look, be forewarned: they are strong. You will start feeling all giddy after a few, and eventually, they make you go a little crazy. I took these to my friend's birthday party and we all slurped them back like birthday shots. They're not quite a shot's worth each, but almost feel stronger with the sugar factor compounded by the alcohol.

I think of the michelada as a thirst-quenching cocktail for a lazy afternoon. Hops and carbonation (in the form of beer) are blended with savory-sweet tomato juice to produce a refreshingly spicy drink that goes down fast.