Sultry summer nights may feel endless, but only until you grab the perfect cocktail to add a refreshing twist to it. After all, the rush of a cold drink brimming with exciting new flavors is the best way to get through the season in complete style.
But forget the classic light spirits this season, and instead, experience cocktails dipped in the enriching flavors of dark, strong whiskeys. However, this might seem like nothing but outright blasphemy for any whiskey purist; wait until you try these five charming cocktails. These drinks will surely sneak up into becoming your summer favorites quicker than you think.
1. Summer Isaiah Rynders
The Isaiah Ryders is a drink that exhibits a versatile palette with a mix of sweet and spicy ingredients. The aged spirits add an intense punch to the glass while the other components expand the palette. The mixture of botanicals, sour lemon juice, and a sweet vanilla soda in smoky whiskeys is nothing like you have ever experienced.
What You Need
One tablespoon of lime juice
One tablespoon of ginger syrup
1/2 teaspoon cardamom syrup
Three dashes of The Dead Rabbit Orinoco bitters
1/2 teaspoon tamarind chutney
1 cup vanilla soda
1/4 cup Jameson Black Irish Whiskey
1/4 cup peated Irish Whiskey
A dash of nutmeg
Tip: You can switch the whiskeys for a charming dose of Crown royal reserve to get a punchy summer drink.
How To Prepare
1. Add the cardamom syrup, lime juice, ginger syrup, tamarind chutney, and bitters to a cocktail shaker, and shake well.
2. Top with ice and shake again.
3. Add the whiskeys and shake well again.
4. Strain into a tall cocktail glass and top with vanilla soda.
5. Garnish with nutmeg to serve.
2. The Apple Bourbon
Are you bored of sipping tropical fruit cocktails all summer? Well, it’s time to switch up and choose a classic like an apple to lighten your summer nights with its soothing flavors. Mixing this crunchy fruit with a strong dose of whiskey will create what can only be the beginning of a magical summer night. So rush to your blenders right now!
What You Need
One apple, cut
1 cup whiskey
1/2 cup apple soda or regular soda
One teaspoon of apple cider
Ice cubes
How To Prepare
1. Add half of the apple to a blender and juice it.
2. Strain the mixture and discard the pulp.
3. Pour the apple juice into a cocktail shaker with whiskey and cider and shake well.
4. Add ice cubes and shake again.
5. Pour the drink into tall glasses and top with crushed apple pieces to serve.
3. Bourbon and Jam
Try this exciting new summer special drink sweetened with jam. This fantastic recipe will bring out the perfect melody of fruity and spicy notes.
What You Need
One tablespoon of fig jam (Any other fruit jam of your choice)
1/2 cup bourbon
Three dashes of Angostura bitters
Ice cubes
How To Prepare
1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shake along with ice cubes and shake.
2. Pour into small glasses and enjoy away!
4. Rosemary And Honey Dipped Whiskey
What is a summer drink without a touch of aromatic herbs and spices that enrich your day? Try this refreshing herby cocktail that takes the flavors of your favorite whiskey to a new level. Your summer will never feel the same after you take a sip of this perfect drink.
What You Need
Three rosemary sprigs
1 cup honey
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup rye whiskey
Two dashes of aromatic bitters
1 cup water
Orange peel
How To Prepare
1. Start by preparing the rosemary syrup for the cocktail. For this, add the water, honey, and sugar to a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
2. Wait until the sugar dissolves completely and drop two rosemary sprigs into the mixture. Leave the syrup on simmer for 10 minutes and remove from heat.
3. Add whiskey, bitters, and two tablespoons of rosemary syrup to a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously.
4. Heat a rosemary sprig and place it on a plate. Cover it with a whiskey glass and let the smoke spread within.
5. Invert the glass and rub the orange peel around the rim of the glass before placing it on the side.
6. Pour the cocktail into the glass and serve.
5. The Morning Glory
If you plan a long night of drinking and fun, then the morning glory is probably the right place to begin. Every ingredient is carefully picked to energize your body and help you feel refreshed and ready to go. Also, the punchy balance of absinthe and scotch whiskey of this drink put in one word is magnificence. Every sip will leave you craving more for its unique balance of flavors. So don’t forget to add this to your summer drink list.
What You Need
One tablespoon of lemon juice
One tablespoon of lime juice
One egg white
One tablespoon of simple syrup
1/2 cup blended scotch whiskey
Four dashes of absinthe
Soda
Lemon wheels
How To Prepare
1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker except the soda and shake vigorously.
2. Pour halfway into a whiskey glass and top the rest with soda.
3. Serve with a garnish of lemon wheels.
Conclusion
Don’t let the summer slip away without a rich dose of these delicious cocktails. These drinks are the perfect choice to relish with meals or even solo to brighten your fun drinking nights.
