Summertime is here and as you sit back on the porch and relax, you might want to indulge in a nice, refreshing Summer drink. Here are some of our favorites.

Special Electric Lemonade

Lemonade is already an iconic Summer drink, but this is a nice twist on a classic recipe. To make this drink you’ll need:

• 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
• ½ cup of sugar
• ½ fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup of sparkling mineral water
• A splash of ginger ale
• 3 cups of ice
• 1 cup of vodka

Once you have all your ingredients, blend the lemon juice, sugar, mint, mineral water, ginger ale and ice. Once you get a nice, thick concoction, add the vodka and stir.

Summertime Sangria

This is another tasty twist on a classic –and it’s easy to make. You’ll need:

• 1 bottle of wine
• ½ cup of brandy
• 1 sliced lime
• 2 cups of diced watermelon
• 2 cups of diced pineapple
• Sprite
• Ice

First, stir the wine and brandy together in a pitcher. Next, add the lime, watermelon and pineapple. When serving it, make sure to pour the Sangria over some ice and Sprite for a nice, cool taste.

Tequila Sunrise

This tequila drink is just as flavorful as it is colorful. You’ll need:

• 2 tsp grenadine
• Ice cubes
• 50 ml tequila
• 1 tbsp triple sec
• 1 large orange
• ½ lemon
• 1 cocktail cherry

Pour the grenadine first. Next, put the ice, tequila, triple sec, and fruit juices into a cocktail shaker, shaking well. Put the ice cubes in your serving glass with the grenadine and double strain the cocktail into it. Finally, add the cherry.

These easy-to-make drinks will surely add a little flavor to your day! And next time you’re at a Mid-Atlantic property, consider taking part in one of our wine tastings.