Summer Sips, Mixers & More

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We sure are enjoying our summer sips on the terrace, when it's not 100 degrees in the shade! But adding a new cocktail to the repertoire is always a good thing. In today's post we celebrate summer with chic cocktails, must try mixers, glassware, and host gifts. Cheers!

Frozen Watermelon Sangria Slushies

I am afraid that I might like this recipe too much!

Half Baked Harvest

Mario Luca Giusti Acrylic Glasses

I have long admired this brand. Their outdoor glasses, pitchers, and bowls stand out from the rest. Rarely on sale, but Horchow has the line marked down by 30%. Go!

Horchow

Rose & Tarragon Gin Lemonade

A lovely drink for a summer afternoon party. 

Heather Christo

Rhubarb Mint Mojito

My fresh mint is going wild this year. Now I know what to do with it!

Broma Bakery

Lavender Gin Fizz

Perhaps the prettiest cocktail ever. That fluffy cloud of white you see is made from egg whites!

Moody Mixologist

Lavender Haze Syrup

Just what you need for the cocktail above. The beautiful packaging makes it a lovely host gift.

Amazon

Mai Tai Cocktails

Oh these remind me of a wonderful first class flight to Hawaii years ago. They set up a Mai Tai Bar and blended them for us. After a few too many, I slept most of the flight. Delish!

Aleka's Get Together

Flamingo Drink Stirrers

These little guys always bring a smile. They are the perfect addition to your bar cart this summer.

Amazon

Rosemasry & Ginger Mule Mocktail

Don't these look refreshing? Made with non alcoholic ginger beer.

Southern Living

Dried Citrus Cocktail Garnish
Oh what a chic host gift! Or keep it for yourself to look like a master mixologist.

Williams Sonoma

Maria Sin Sangre

I just love this chic presentation. It's made with tequila, lemon juice, simple syrup, basil leaves, and dry sherry.

Town and Country Magazine

Lucia Acrylic Goblet Set

Here's a beautiful buy on a stylish set of 4 outdoor glasses. They come in four colors and are marked down from $40 - $28 

Anthropologie

Paloma Recipe
I have always admired how these drinks look, but never had one. This one is much like a Margaarita that's sweetened with a honey and bay leaf infused simple syrup. It's one of F & W's  top ten margarita recipes. I see why.

Food & Wine

Luxe Mini Mixer Cubes

These fruit infused sugar cubes will craft a chic cocktail. They also are a handy host gift.

Anthropologie

Cantaloupe Daiquiris

I remember my parents making daiquiris by the punch bowl. Oh the fun they had!

How Sweet Eats

Chill Acrylic Cooler Glasses

I bought these about 2 weeks ago. They are really great at $2.95 each. They feel good in the hand and are perfect for filling with ice and your favorite beverage.

CB2

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Alfresco Entertaining Essentials

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In the Hudson Valley, we have had a run of delicious days in the 70's. Cocktails have been enjoyed on the terraces! I look forward to entertaining all summer long. It's so much more enjoyable when you have a few entertaining essentials on hand. Disposable cotton napkins, acrylic martini glasses, and so much more are chic components to your alfresco fun.

DuraClear® Tritan Outdoor Drinkware Collection

Create colorful cocktails with these stylish sets of six. Best yet, they won't break, crack, cloud or discolor. Dishwasher safe!

Sold only at....

Williams Sonoma

Woven Palm Charger

Crafted from palm fibers, these colorful chargers will add a pop of color to your garden party.

 Terrain

Herringbone Bamboo

Nothing can ruin an alfresco happy hour than watching the ants come marching in. Keep the bugs at bay with these good looking covers.

Terrain

Alabaster Serving Boards

Bright boards will get the party started indoors or out. Aren't they fabulous?

Shop Terrain

My DAP Cotton Napkins On A Roll

Just because you are serving alfresco, doesn't mean you lost your sense of style. Now you can be a little fancy outside. These napkins come in every color under the sun. They are washable and reusable. I love my grey DAPS. But in full disclosure, I find that you do have to iron them after washing. Love them, though.

Amazon

Del Sole Melamine Dinner Plates

Dress your table with festive flair! Inspired by hand painted earthenware patterns, these prints play well together.

Pottery Barn

Juliska Melamine Servers

One of the Juliska's best selling patterns, Berry & Thread, is now made in dishwasher safe servers. Bring a little something to mom on Mother's Day, and gift her with the platter.

Neiman Marcus

Marimekko Cooler Bag

What a good looking bag! It will add a pop of color to any outdoor party.Take the insulated bag on a picnic, to an outdoor concert, or just on your balcony or patio. Ships for free.

West Elm

Mario Luca Giusti Acrylic Drinkware
This brand really designs the prettiest non breakable outdoor drinkware. I have always admired it. Now it is on sale for 30% off, it is very tempting. See all of the styles at....

Horchow

Wicker & Leather Serving Tray

This is one stunning server. The acrylic insert keeps everything stable, and oh so stylish. Perfect for monogramming. It's nicely marked down today.

Mark and Graham

Water Color Abstract Plastic Plate Set

Kate McEnroe NY'S Etsy shop is filled with pretty things. I especially love the tabletop section. 

Etsy

Happy Hour Acrylic Martini Glasses

Love these. They will be good to have around even if you aren't a martini drinker. A guest or two will appreciate a glass just for them. On sale now for $5.99 at

Pottery Barn

Marin Serving Bowl

Salad. Pasta. Fruit. What couldn't you put inside this matte black bowl? Also available in three other colors. It's on sale now at

Crate and Barrel

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Cheers To Outdoor Cocktails

Yesterday's weather was beautiful in the Hudson Valley, so we took our 6:00 cocktail hour outdoors.  That's when I realized that our acrylic drinkware didn't make it through the move.  This collection will elevate your favorite beverages inside or out.

Cheers!

Acrylic Martini Set

I don't even drink martinis, and I want these glasses. Why couldn't you mix up some sangria and serve it up alfresco style? Save $20 today.

Mark & Graham

Tritan Outdoor Drinkware Collection

You will only find these DuraClear glasses at WS. They are BPA Free (important) and will not crack. Best yet, they are on sale now.

Williams Sonoma

Pop Aqua Acrylic Drink Glasses

With a simple silhouette, these lightly tinted glasses should be bought by the dozen. They are on sale from $2.99 - $3.49 at

Crate and Barrel

Mario Luca Giusti Double Old Fashioned Glasses

No matter what you drink in these chic glasses, everything will taste so much better. Other colors and styles available at...

Neiman Marcus

Juliska Acrylic Glasses

Just as pretty as their handblown glass versions. My friend, Christine has some, and they are really as nice as they come. See the collection at 

Bloomingdale's

Funkhouser Colorful Set

For colorful cocktails. How fun! Less than $25.

Wayfair

Godinger Dublin Acrylic Goblets

Fancy up cocktail hour, indoors or out with these faceted BPA free glasses. The set is on special sale now and only $16.99 with Code: SAVE

Macy's

Rifle Paper Corkcicle Drinkware

So pretty! This collaboration with Corkcicle pairs  signature prints with innovative, triple-insulated drinkware—so you can enjoy your fave hot or cold beverage at home or on the go. 

Rifle Paper

Fluted Acrylic Drinkware Set

I really like these. Available in four colors and some are on sale. They are sleek and stylish.
West Elm

Outdoor Margarita Glass Set

Get ready for Cinco de Mayo with this festive find. Now on sale for half price! ($19.99)

Sur La Table

Cray 16 oz. Acrylic Drinking Glass (Set of 6)

A luxe look at a very affordable price. Loving the sophisticated grey color.

Wayfair

Animal Print Stemless Acrylic Wine Glass Set

I'm wild about these fun glasses. They make a great gift when personalized.

Mark and Graham

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