Summer Soirees: Celebrity-Approved Cocktails
Searching for the perfect signature summer cocktail? You’re in luck! We’ve compiled a selection of the best A-list recipes to enjoy by the pool.
No pants? No problem! Matthew McConaughey and his wife, Camila Alves McConaughey, have an ideal drink for those warm days when your wardrobe lightens up, courtesy of their playful tequila brand.
“We’re kicking off summer with the Verderita — a smooth blend of Pantalones Organic Blanco Tequila, Owen’s Margarita Mix, a hint of jalapeño, and a splash of orange juice to finish,” the couple shares with Us. Soccer enthusiasts can sip one at Q2 Stadium while cheering for Austin FC or mix it up in their own backyard.
Walton Goggins has a refreshing beverage that’s an adventure in every sip. “The Mulholland Vesper Spritz feels like a Sunday drive through the Hollywood Hills in a stolen Cadillac — smooth yet with enough kick to hint at mischief ahead,” says the White Lotus star about the drink from his liquor brand. “The vodka and gin dance together like old flames, while Lillet whispers sweet nothings and St-Germain adds a touch of French elegance to a sophisticated way to get delightfully lost.”
No cocktail roundup is complete without Kendall Jenner‘s award-winning 818 Tequila. “There’s something magical about an afternoon spritz; it’s the ultimate summer cocktail,” the supermodel reveals. “My top pick right now is the Passion Fruit Spritz with 818 Tequila Blanco.”
Ciara also brings her mixology skills to the table this season, using Ten To One Rum for a crisp drink. “For all the margarita enthusiasts, the Ten To One Daiquiri with our white rum is a game changer,” the singer and brand co-founder explains. “It’s light, fresh, made with just three ingredients, and it’s always satisfying.”
Keep reading to discover our favorite celebrity-approved cocktails perfect for summer parties:
Verderita
Ingredients
2 oz Pantalones Organic Blanco Tequila
Handful of sliced jalapeños
2.5 oz Owen’s Margarita Mix
.35 oz jalapeño tincture (details below)
Splash of orange juice
Lime wedge (for rim)
Instructions
1. Begin preparations before game day by combining Pantalones Organic Blanco Tequila with sliced jalapeños. Allow these to mingle for 48 hours before adding [the tincture] to your margarita.
2. After 48 hours, add more Pantalones Organic Blanco Tequila, Owen’s Margarita Mix, and a splash of orange juice.
3. Blend with a handful of ice and garnish with a fresh lime wheel.
Mulholland Vesper Spritz
Ingredients
1 oz Mulholland vodka
1 oz Mulholland gin
1 oz Lillet
1/4 oz St-Germain
3 dashes of orange bitters
Splash of soda
Cucumber ribbon
Lime
Sprig of oregano (optional)
Instructions
1. Combine all ingredients in a glass.
2. Top with soda and ice.
3. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon, lime, and oregano sprig if desired. Makes 1 drink.
818 Passion Fruit Spritz Recipe
Ingredients
1.5 oz 818 Tequila Blanco
0.5 oz Aperol
0.5 oz Passion fruit juice
0.5 oz fresh lime juice
Splash of club soda
Rosemary sprig
Instructions
1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, mix all ingredients and shake well.
2. Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
3. Top with club soda and garnish with a rosemary sprig. Makes 1 drink.
The Perfect Daiquiri
Ingredients
2 oz Ten To One White or Dark Rum
1 oz fresh lime juice
3/4 oz simple syrup
Lime for garnish
Instructions
1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
2. Shake vigorously.
3. Strain into your favorite cocktail glass.
4. Garnish with lime.
5. Cheers with friends! Makes 1 drink.
