If you’re just starting out, remember that the backbone of a good bar starts with six basic spirits: the clear and brown foundational bottles. For clear spirits, always have a tequila, gin, and vodka on hand. For darker spirits, consider stocking your bar cart with scotch, bourbon, and rum. No need to use super premium bottles for cocktails, but always keep quality top of mind. And whatever you do, stay away from any sugary pre-packaged mixers at the grocery store. Whether you’re grilling with your family, lounging lakeside, or just trying to cool off with a cocktail, you’ll want to keep a tray or two of these delicious drinks within reach. If entertaining, we recommend pouring them all into individual glasses ahead of time (versus big batch or buffet-style) to minimize the need to excessively touch shared serving utensils. From the classic crowd-pleasing white negroni punch to a bourbon and blood orange blast and sparkling sangria, these summery sips are almost as wow-worthy as the hostess (that’s you!). Get the recipe: Kombucha-Blood Orange Mule Get the recipe: Pear and Rosemary Sangria Get the recipe: Grapefruit Kombucha Margarita Get the recipe: White Negroni Punch Get the recipe: Fourth of July Sangria Get the recipe: Bourbon and Blood Orange Blast Get the recipe: Frosé Get the recipe: Kombucha-Rosé Raspberry Sangria Get the recipe: Grapefruit and Blood Orange Spritz With Campari Ice Cubes Get the recipe: Pomegranate Kombucha Punch Get the recipe: Sherry Cobbler Get the recipe: Gingery Peach Cooler Get the recipe: Spiced Apple Kombucha Cocktail Get the recipe: Cantaloupe Cooler Get the recipe: Bicicletta Get the recipe: Gin, Grapefruit, and Thyme Cocktail Get the recipe: Lime Spritzers Get the recipe: Berry Vodka Spritzers
