Shockingly, summer is upon us–and it’s a hot one! It’s somewhat difficult to think about opening that bottle of red wine. A crisp, refreshing white wine is always a welcome addition—no need to wait until the temperature cools off to enjoy a bottle of red. Here are some delicious suggestions to help you get through the summer months.
Call Me A Cab (Red Wine Vodka Lemonade)
A bold yet breezy blend.
•Ingredients:
•Lemonade
•Vodka
• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Instructions: Pour vodka and lemonade over ice, then float the wine on top for a layered effect.
If this sounds strange, one of our most popular drinks in our tasting room during the summer is our port-style Forte, mixed with lemonade.You should try it!
Zin & Berry Cooler
Refreshing way to enjoy a chilled red like Zinfandel
Ingredients:
• 3 oz chilled Zinfandel
• 2 oz blackberry or blueberry juice
• Splash of lemon soda or sparkling lemonade
• Mixed berries and basil for garnish
Instructions: Combine wine and juice over ice. Top with lemon soda, stir lightly, and garnish with berries and basil.
Cherry Cola Refresher
Non-alcoholic cola meets dry red for a nostalgic cooler
Ingredients:
• 3 oz dry red wine
• 3 oz Coca-Cola
• Squeeze of lime
Instructions: Pour over ice in a highball glass. Garnish with lime and cherry. Surprisingly delicious!
Wine Slushie
Fun, easy, and perfect for hot days
Ingredients:
• 2 cups frozen mixed berries
• 1 cup red wine (Zinfandel or Syrah)
• 1 tbsp honey or agave
Instructions: Blend all ingredients until smooth and frosty. Serve in a chilled glass with a berry skewer.
Zinfandel Arnold Palmer
A wine twist on a tea classic
Ingredients:
• 3 oz chilled Zinfandel
• 3 oz unsweetened black iced tea
• Splash of lemonade
• Lemon wedge
Instructions: Pour wine and tea over ice, add a splash of lemonade, and stir gently. Garnish with a lemon wedge.
Summer Solstice Wine Cocktail
A fruity, fizzy delight with a deep berry twist.
Ingredients
- Bing cherries,
- Ripe peach,
- Barbera
- Blood Orange Italian Soda
Instructions: Muddle cherries and peaches with the wine, shake with ice, and strain into glasses filled with crushed ice. Top with soda for a sparkling finish.