Everyone can agree 2020 has been the year of turning lemons into lemonade, so it’s only fitting to celebrate National Lemonade Day, August 20th, with a drink in hand. This fun holiday is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a creative cocktail with loved ones and take advantage of the last weeks of summer. When you have a moment, I’d love to know if any of the below summery and refreshing lemonade cocktails could be a fit for any cocktail coverage you have in the works?
Elevated Citrus Cocktails Highlight Lemon Flavor
There is no better combination than a hot summer’s day and an ice-cold glass of lemonade. But add a splash of gin or cognac and a fun garnish, and this summertime favorite ascends to a whole new level. With relaxed liquor laws in many states, the lemonade stand has taken on a whole new identity with many bars and restaurants serving variations of the citrusy refreshment al fresco. Mimic these boozy lemonade stands within your own home with a few simple cocktail recipes below.
You can never go wrong with a classic and easy-to-make interpretation of the spiked lemonade like the Bombay Lemonade or D’USSÉ & Lemonade. But if you are using this time at home to up your bartending game, try your hand at mixing up the Nomayo, the Noilly Prat 50:50 Martini, or the D’USSÉ Raspberry Lemonade. These more sophisticated takes on the citrusy tipple add some additional complexity of flavor, while still letting the lemon shine through.
