There’s a reason bartenders keep reaching for cucumber and melon once the temperature climbs. Both bring a cool, watery sweetness that turns a simple glass of wine into something closer to a spa day in a glass. This cucumber melon wine spritzer leans into that pairing with crisp white wine, fresh muddled fruit, and a…
A white wine margarita takes everything you love about a classic margarita and softens it with a crisp glass of white wine, trading some of the boozy punch for something lighter and easier to sip all afternoon. This “winegarita” still gets its citrusy backbone from fresh lime juice and orange liqueur, but the wine adds…
Lavender wine lemonade is the drink that shows up looking effortless and tastes even better than it looks. A crisp white wine meets tart lemonade and a floral lavender syrup, then gets topped with a splash of soda for a little sparkle. It’s the kind of pitcher drink you make once for a backyard gathering…
Watermelon and wine might be the most underrated pairing in summer entertaining. This watermelon wine cooler takes juicy, ripe watermelon and stretches it into something you’ll want a pitcher of, not just a glass. It’s crisp, barely sweet, and comes together faster than you can slice the fruit for garnish. Whether you’re hosting a backyard…
The Moscow Mule gets all the attention, but swap the vodka for a crisp glass of white wine and you get something even more sippable. This White Wine Mule keeps the fiery ginger beer kick and the icy copper mug tradition, then layers in fruity, floral notes from the wine itself. It’s the kind of…
The Peach Bellini has been charming brunch tables since it was first poured at Harry’s Bar in Venice, and it hasn’t lost a bit of its appeal. This is prosecco cocktail territory at its most effortless — just two main ingredients, a little stirring, and a glass full of soft peach color. It’s the drink…
There’s something about elderflower that instantly signals warm weather is here. This spritzer pairs crisp white wine with floral elderflower liqueur, a splash of soda water, and a bright squeeze of lemon for a drink that’s light, fragrant, and dangerously easy to sip all afternoon. It comes together in under five minutes with almost no…
White wine sangria is the pitcher drink that turns any backyard gathering into a party. Crisp white wine mingles with brandy, honey, and a rainbow of fresh fruit, then gets topped with a splash of bubbles right before serving. It takes ten minutes of prep and looks like you tried a lot harder than you…
Some drinks are made for long afternoons that don’t have anywhere to be, and this spritzer is one of them. Crisp Sauvignon Blanc meets muddled strawberries, a splash of soda, and just enough citrus to keep things lively. It comes together in one glass with almost no equipment, which makes it as easy to pour…
There’s a reason the white wine spritzer has stuck around for decades: it’s the easiest drink in the book, and it never fails to hit the spot. Crisp white wine meets sparkling water in a ratio that stretches your bottle further while keeping every sip light and refreshing. No shaker, no syrups, no fuss —…