Nothing says summer quite like sipping cocktails by the pool. Whether you’re crafting cocktails for a poolside resort or having a pool party, these 35 simple poolside cocktail recipes make it easy for you and your guests to kick back and relax. From tiki drinks to refreshing mocktails, we’ve got you covered.
35 Easy Poolside Cocktail Recipes
Poolside Margarita Recipes
To start, margaritas are versatile, refreshing cocktails that are perfect for sipping while hanging out with friends by the pool. From tropical to spicy flavors, you’re sure to find some poolside cocktails that you’ll make over and over again this summer.
1. Summer Fresh Margarita
You can’t mess up the basic recipe for a margarita. This Summer Fresh Margarita is simplistic perfection.
2. Coconut Margarita
As an alternative, coconut and a pineapple garnish bring a piña colada-like flavor to this Coconut Margarita recipe.
3. Fresh Watermelon Margarita
Watermelon is an iconic summer ingredient and its juicy flavor shines in the Fresh Watermelon Margarita. This frozen marg is simple to make thanks to Monin Watermelon Purée, but you can up the ante by soaking watermelon cubes in tequila and using that as a garnish.
4. Grilled Tropics Margarita
Without a doubt, this Grilled Tropics Margarita makes the perfect pairing with anything you’re serving up on the grill thanks to Monin Hickory Smoke Syrup, which provides that effortlessly smoky flavor.
5. Hot Caribbean Margarita
Bring the heat with Monin Spicy Mango Syrup and Monin Habanero Lime Syrup. This spicy Hot Caribbean Margarita features a tantalizing combination of tequila, spice, and citrus.
6. Island Style Margarita
This tropical take on a margarita, on the other hand, is brought to life with fresh fruit, Monin South Seas Blend, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and tequila. Try the Island Style Margarita the next time you want something utterly refreshing.
Poolside Sangria Recipes
In addition to margaritas, sangria makes a perfect poolside cocktail because you can make one big batch to drink all afternoon. White, rosé, and red sangrias can all incorporate fresh ingredients and delicious Monin syrups to express summertime flavors.
7. Summer Passion Sangria
This Summer Passion Sangria is super simple to make—just combine white wine and Monin Passion Fruit Purée!
8. Mango Sangria
This refreshing Mango Sangria features the summer flavors of mango and pineapple for a light, breezy cocktail.
9. Aloha White Sangria
Say “Aloha” to your new favorite sangria recipe! Rosé and brandy are mixed with Monin Hawaiian Island Syrup, pineapple juice, and lemon-lime soda for a refreshing, fun take on sangria. You’ll want to make a big bowl of this Aloha White Sangria for your next poolside luau.
10. Frozen Berry Sangria
Unquestionably, frozen cocktails are a great way to cool down by the pool, and this Frozen Berry Sangria is no exception. It’s easy to make with Monin Red Sangria Mix.
11. Blood Orange Aperol Spritz
While not technically a sangria recipe, we couldn’t leave out this classic prosecco-based beverage. Enjoy the color contrast of deep orange and light blue as you hold your Blood Orange Aperol Spritz while sitting in the pool.
Poolside Mojito Recipes
Additionally, mojitos are the refreshing, classy cocktail you need as you lounge by the pool and catch up on some summer reading.
12. BBQ Pineapple Mojito
This adventurous BBQ Pineapple Mojito recipe is ideal for a poolside cookout, featuring pineapple juice and Monin Hickory Smoke Syrup for a sweet, smoky flavor.
13. Desert Pear Mojito
This Insta-worthy Desert Pear Mojito cocktail is super simple to make with Monin Mojito Mix and Monin Desert Pear Syrup. Just add fresh lime juice, citrus rum, mint leaves, and club soda for a mojito that is sure to impress.
14. Strawberry Passionfruit Mojito
Combining two summer flavors, strawberry and passion fruit, this bright red Strawberry Passion Fruit Mojito is easy and refreshing—everything you need in a poolside cocktail.
15. Frozen Wildberry Mojito
Did you know that mojitos also work frozen? This blended Frozen Wildberry Mojito cocktail, for instance, is great for making a large batch of and sipping on throughout the afternoon.
16. Island Coconut Mojito
This tropical Island Coconut Mojito features coconut rum and pineapple juice, making it a perfect alternative to the piña colada.
Poolside Rum Cocktail Recipes
Speaking of piña coladas, there are a variety of tropical cocktails that feature rum as the key alcohol ingredient. Something about rum just screams “poolside” and “tiki” with a dash of “pirate.”
17. Honey Blossom Colada
This Honey Blossom Colada is a sophisticated take on the piña colada, featuring Monin Honey Mango Syrup, Monin Elderflower Syrup, and Monin Coconut Purée, along with pineapple juice and rum.
18. Blueberry Colada
Blueberry brings a summery, sweet, feel to this blended Blueberry Colada recipe.
19. Berry Agave Daiquiri
We could never turn down a good daiquiri! Berry and agave are a natural combination for this delicious Berry Agave Daiquiri cocktail.
20. Ripe Strawberry Daiquiri
A classic daiquiri flavor, Monin Strawberry Fruit Smoothie Mix makes this Ripe Strawberry Daiquiri easy to make, whether you’re doing one serving or multiple.
21. Blue Coconut Punch
Equally as delicious, this bright Blue Coconut Punch practically demands a tropical umbrella due to its pineapple, lime, coconut, and blue curacao flavors.
22. Tropical Mai Tai
For a twist on the classic cocktail, this Tropical Mai Tai is ideal for drinking by the pool.
Poolside Vodka Cocktail Recipes
Due to its clean, neutral flavor, vodka is a versatile spirit,, allowing it to be featured in a variety of poolside cocktails, from hard lemonades to vodka sours.
23. True Blue Lemonade
This bright blue hard lemonade features blueberry vodka and Monin Blue Curacao Syrup.
24. Watermelon Chili Collins
A spicy take on a Tom Collins, this Watermelon Chili Collins is a vodka cocktail that hits all the right notes—sugar, spice, and everything nice.
25. Blue Peach Long Island
Did somebody ask for Long Island Iced Teas? This bright Blue Peach Long Island is made to get the pool party going, with vodka, tequila, and rum.
26. Hard Cherry Vodka Soda
A cheery, cherry take on the vodka soda, this fun Hard Cherry Vodka Soda achieves its bright red color with Monin Grenadine Syrup.
27. Tropical Green Apple Sour
Both unique and refreshing, the vibrant Tropical Green Apple Sour has a little bit of everything—pineapple, apple, vanilla, and sour flavors.
Poolside Gin Cocktail Recipes
On a different note, gin brings floral and herbal notes to poolside cocktails, providing a cooling lift on hot summer days.
28. Hibiscus Cooler
Hibiscus is the dominant flavor in this Hibiscus Cooler cocktail, which combines gin and wine.
29. Sparkling Cucumber Basil Collins
Different from hibiscus but just as delicious, basil and cucumber bring fresh herbal notes to this Sparkling Cucumber Basil Collins.
30. Cool Melon Collins
In similar fashion, both cucumber and watermelon pair with gin beautifully and they also complement each other in this Cool Melon Collins.
31. Watermelon Gin Crush
Another gin-and-wine combo, this Watermelon Gin Crush is light and refreshing.
Poolside Bourbon Cocktail Recipes
While you may not first think of sipping bourbon cocktails poolside, there are a number of bourbon-based beverages that work perfectly, especially mint juleps and any combination of bourbon and peach. With this in mind, grill some peaches, grab that fresh mint, and get ready to party.
32. Fuzzy Peach Bourbon Sour
Limit the calories—without sacrificing flavor—with this Fuzzy Peach Bourbon Sour, a peach bourbon cocktail featuring Monin Zero Calorie Natural Peach Syrup.
33. Watermelon Bourbon Julep
Equally as delicious, this twist on a mint julep adds in watermelon, amping the summertime feel. The Watermelon Bourbon Julep is well-suited for a classy pool party.
34. Bourbon Tea Punch
While our recipe is for a single serving, this Bourbon Tea Punch could easily be made in a big batch for a pool party.
35. Peach Kissed Sour
Lastly, lemon and rosemary are added to the classic combination of peach and bourbon in this Peach Kissed Sour, a sophisticated take on a whiskey sour.
Poolside Cocktails Made Easy
Whether you’re looking for a simple, refreshing cocktail you can create in a large batch or wish to make handcrafted cocktails using complex ingredients, it’s easy to make poolside cocktails in seconds with Monin products.
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