5 Labor-less Labor Day cocktails that end summer with a bang
Whether it is one more quiet day at the pool or simply lounging in the backyard, these labor-less Labor Day cocktails are a must try. Ready to toast to one last hurrah?
Labor Day cocktails often capture the last fleeting moments of summer. It is more than pretty colors in a glass. The flavors often feature the foods that people associate with the season. Jammy fruits and refreshing herbs fill the glass.
Since Labor Day is intended as a break from “work,” the cocktails should not be laborious. Simple ingredients combined in creative ways make a big impression. Even if a cocktail requires more effort than just opening a beer, the first sip is worth the little extra effort.
Ready to shake up these Labor Day cocktails?
Cucumber Gin Fizz
Cucumbers are often bountiful during summer. While many people crave their briny cousin, the fresh, bright cucumber is perfect on a warm day. This refreshing cocktail is a perfect aperitif or just a simple sipper on its own.
Ingredients
.75 oz fresh lime juice
.5 oz simple syrup
3-4 cucumber slices
Club Soda to top
Garnish- mint sprig and cucumber ribbon
Method:
Muddle the cucumber slices in a shaker
Add gin, lime juice, and simple syrup
Add ice and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
Strain into a glass filled with ice
Top with club soda
Garnish with mint sprig and cucumber slice
Tully Honey Lemonade
Lemonade is always a great summer beverage. It goes with almost any food on the table. This “adult” version is slightly tart. It is an easy drinking cocktail that will be the hit of any gathering.
Ingredients:
1 ½ parts Tullamore D.E.W. Honey
3 parts lemonade
Squeeze of fresh lemon
Top with club soda
Method:
Combine all ingredients. Stir and pour.
LALO Margarita Naranja
Margaritas and Aperol Spritz are popular summer cocktails. On sunny days, they just hit right. This cocktail combines the two classics into the same glass. It might be the new trend that takes over the conversation.
Ingredients:
2 ounces LALO Tequila
1/2 ounce Aperol
1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
1/2 ounce fresh orange juice
1/2 ounce Cointreau
Method:
Combine all ingredients in an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake to chill and dilute. Strain into an ice-filled, salt-rimmed rocks glass. Garnish with an orange wheel. Makes one serving.
Berry Fiddich Fizz
Berries are bountiful during the summer. This cocktail features the sweet, juicy blueberries. With a hint of tartness from the Italian Lemon Soda, it is a well balanced cocktail that is refreshing all day long.
Ingredients
1 1/2 parts Glenfiddich 12 Year Old
1 part Blueberry Juice
1/2 part simple syrup
3 parts Italian Lemon Soda