Beverages
Manhattan
This classic rye cocktail doesn’t have to try hard. Just add vermouth and a dash of bitters for a deeply satisfying sip.
By The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
One-Bottle Vermouth Sangria
The world’s easiest sangria recipe skips the basic red wine, brandy, and liqueur and opts instead for sweet vermouth and fresh summer fruit.
By Maggie Hoffman
Siesta
Revive yourself for the night ahead with this vivid tequila, grapefruit, and Campari cocktail.
By Chris Morocco
Spa Water Punch
This minty fino sherry punch is cooling and light, served by the pitcher. Float some cucumber slices in each glass, spa-water style.
By Maggie Hoffman
Hot Pink Punch
Rim some glasses with spicy salt and make this juicy watermelon cocktail recipe for your summer barbecue. It’s an easy gin cocktail served by the pitcher.
By Maggie Hoffman
Spa Water Punch
This minty fino sherry punch is cooling and light, served by the pitcher. Float some cucumber slices in each glass, spa-water style.
By Maggie Hoffman
Campari Spritz
Made with an ounce each of Campari and club soda, plus a good glug of sparkling wine, this Campari Spritz recipe is designed to be refreshing and not too sweet.
By Maggie Hoffman
Ginger Snap
A low-alcohol cocktail made for the modern era, the Ginger Snap will be your go-to easy sipper all summer.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Crispy Fried Shrimp and Giardiniera
How do you make fried shrimp better? By adding giardiniera to the mix. Here the duo gets coated in a vodka-spiked batter to create a remarkably crisp exterior.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Frozen Garibaldi
This Frozen Garibaldi recipe transforms frozen orange juice concentrate and Campari into a slushy cocktail worthy of a fancy summer brunch or hot afternoon by the pool.
By Maggie Hoffman
Dirty Martini Chicken Thighs
This cheeky chicken recipe crams all of the iconic flavors of a dirty martini—olive brine, vodka, vermouth, and all—into a savory one-pan meal.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Mezcal Sour
Easy to remember and simple to make, this tart, smoky mezcal sour is a timeless drink.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Before Daylight
This mezcal, blackberry, and ginger ale cocktail is the ideal juicy summer refresher. Serve in a tall glass filled with crushed ice.
By Maggie Hoffman
Americano
This Americano recipe is so simple you’ll quickly memorize it. The classic Italian predinner cocktail combines Campari, sweet vermouth, and seltzer or club soda.
By Maggie Hoffman
Sherry Colada
If you’ve only been making coladas with rum, you’re missing out. Swap out the liquor for lighter, more delicate sherry for a new take on the classic cocktail.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Garden Wedding
This gin and peach cocktail is tangy, herbal, and refreshing, thanks to a touch of Greek yogurt and a few fresh basil leaves shaken into the drink.
By Maggie Hoffman
Boozy Banana Latte
This frozen coffee cocktail recipe combines cold brew concentrate, frozen bananas, mezcal, cinnamon, and vanilla, blended together until creamy. Whip one up for brunch this weekend.
By Maggie Hoffman
Earl Grey Martini
Quickly infusing vodka with earl grey tea bags creates a distinct floral foundation for this fun (and caffeinated) take on a martini.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Lumberjack
Ideal for starting the night, this cozy concoction blends apple cider with a hint of burnt orange and rosemary.
By Abra Berens