It was the perfect drink for pool time given the high temperatures and the 8 mile run…

Lemon juice (I had no limes), mint leaves, coconut rum, sugar and soda water.

In keeping with the torrential downpour in Milton, made this drink – original source: Honest Cooking – and enjoyed it while sitting on the patio and remembering similar rainfall in Costa Rica.

Gin, peach schnapps, lime juice and ginger ale.

Another summer drink…
Ciron vodka, mandarin vodka, lime juice, orange juice and triple sec.

This is a good drink for the hot summer Atlanta afternoons like today’s. Crushed mango with basil leaves, vodka, dry vermouth and a dash of elderflower liqueur.

Having tasted it, next time, I will put some simple syrup to match the heat outside.

Settled for a traditional Manhattan last night. Rye Whiskey (used Templeton), sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters.

Good summer drink to have by the pool. Vanilla Vodka, Cointreau and Dry Vermouth.

This has Bourbon, Dry Vermouth, Orange Curacao and a dash of Grenadine.

That classic summer drink from Cuba that is perfect sitting by the poolside on a hot day like today (93 degrees).

I have not been able to find the connection between the name of this cocktail and the 18th century American entrepreneur. The first mention of this drink though goes back to 1941

This has cognac, port wine, orange curaçao and bitters.

I know there are various recipes to make a chocolate martini – I used Godiva Dark Chocolate liquer this evening with some Vanilla Vodka.