It's finally here. No doubt you're as excited for the official start to summer as we are, so here are five cocktail ideas to enjoy while relaxing during Memorial Day weekend.
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Clear Skies. (Courtesy Photo) |
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Jonathan Adler & Chandon Summer Design Collaboration: The Hamptons beach season is finally here, time to rejoice! Celebrate the the beginning signs of warmer weather by popping a bottle of Chandon's limited edition bottle. Jonathan Adler designed a chic matching tray that is perfect for entertaining. Pick it up at Herbert & Rist Wine & Liquor Store in Southampton (63
Jobs Lane) or
Atlantic Wines & Liquors in Amagansett (517 Montauk Highway).
2.
Clear Skies: We all hope summer is full of clear skies, but if not stop by
Nick & Toni's (136 North Main Street, East Hampton, 631-324-3550,
www.nickandtonis.com) to try this newly added cocktail.
• 2 oz. Barr Hill Gin
• 3/4 oz. American Fruits Sour Cherry Cordial
• 1/2 oz. fresh squeezed Lemon Juice
• 1/4 oz. Delaware Phoenix Meadow of Love
Absinthe
Directions: Shake harder than you've ever shaken a drink. Strain into martini glass. Sit back and relax.
3.
America the BLU-TIFUL: Raise a glass to salute the start of summer.
• 1 oz.
Sobieski Cytron Vodka
• 1 oz. Blue Curacao
• 1/2 oz. fresh Lime Juice
• 1/4 oz. Cranberry Juice
• Olives for garnish
• Granulated Sugar for rim
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Cool down with the Patriot's Plata. (Courtesy Photo) |
Directions: Fill cocktail shaker with ice, add liquid ingredients and shake. Strain into a sugar-rimmed martini glass. Garnish with olives and serve.
4.
2 GINGERS and a Mary Ann: While lounging by the pool you deserve a tropical cocktail.
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America the BLU-TIFUL. (Courtesy Photo) |
• 1.25 parts 2 GINGERS Irish Whiskey
• Splash of Pineapple Juice
• Splash of Cherry Juice
• .75 part Simple Syrup
Directions: Serve in a collins over ice and top with lemon-lime soda. Garnish with an orange wedge and maraschino cherry.
5.
Patriot's Plata: This refreshing drink will balance out the spicy heat of your Memorial Day weekend BBQ.
• 1.5 parts
Hornitos Plata Tequila
• 3/4 part Lime Juice
• 3/4 part Pineapple Juice
• 1/4 part Agave
• Pinch of Cilantro leaves
Directions: Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a coupe glass.
Nicole is the Editor-in-Chief of Hamptons.com where she focuses on lifestyle, nightlife, and mixology. She grew up in the Hamptons and currently resides in Water Mill. 
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