It has been a hot summer in Denver, which means it's time to cool down as the weather continues to heat up. Whether you want to enjoy a classic finger-stirred summer cocktail or prefer an ambitious concoction that might stump your local bartender, the following four cocktails are perfect any day of the week from the comfort of Denver, CO apartments.
4 Must-Try Summer Cocktails
Move beyond an ice cold beer or sangria and instead enjoy one of these smile-inducing cocktails that are sure to make your taste buds dance with delight.
#1. Finger-Stirred Negroni
- 1 oz. Tanqueray gin.
- 1 oz. Campari.
- 1 oz. Cinzano Rosso Vermouth.
Pour all ingredients over ice into a cocktail shaker. Stir the ingredients with your finger. Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange twist.
#2. The Paloma Picante
- 2 oz. El Mayor Blanco tequila.
- 1 oz. habanero nectar.
- 3 oz. grapefruit soda.
- 4 cubes ruby red grapefruit.
Muddle the grapefruit cubes together in a rocks glass. Add crushed ice, tequila, and nectar. Stir together and serve with a splash of grapefruit soda on top.
#3. The Close Shave
- 1 oz. New Amsterdam vodka.
- 1.5 oz. Elderflower liqueur.
- 1 dash Prosecco.
Combine elderflower and vodka into a cocktail shaker. Shake, strain, and pour into a chilled martini glass. Add a splash of Prosecco, garnish with fresh rosemary, and enjoy.
#4. Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri
- 3 cups fresh strawberries (halved).
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar.
- 1/2 can frozen limeade.
- 10 standard sized ice cubes.
Mix the powdered sugar and strawberries together in a bowl. Place the limeade, ice cubes, and half of the strawberries into a blender. Begin to blend, adding strawberries whenever there is room in the blender. Blend until the texture is smooth, serve, and enjoy!
Enjoy Summer Cocktails in Denver Today
Whether you want to enjoy an evening of cocktails with your friends on your balcony or enjoy an afternoon drink before heading out on the town, The Apartments at Denver Place offers the perfect setting for relaxing with friends throughout the entire Colorado summer. To learn more about leasing an apartment, contact a member of The Apartments at Denver Place team today.