Wine is a delicious beverage to enjoy on its own, but as summer rolls around, now is the perfect opportunity to find ways to create exciting cocktails using red, white, and rosé from your favorite winery. If you’re looking to impress friends or add a celebratory twist to your next private event or get together, here are a few summer-inspired wine cocktails to whip up. 

Top 3 Summer Wine Cocktails to Try 

1. Wine Slushie

When you’re looking for a refreshing alcoholic beverage that will cool you down on a hot summer day, a simple and tasty solution is a wine slushie! Pour your favorite rosé, white zinfandel, or riesling into an ice cube tray and freeze it overnight. The following day, mix them in a blender and garnish with fruit for a fun touch. 

2. Rosé & Bourbon Cocktail

Whiskey and rosé might sound like opposites, but these beverages can pair beautifully under the right circumstances. Create a craft cocktail over ice that combines whiskey, rosé, sparkling water, rose syrup, fresh grapefruit juice, and a citrus garnish for a light, bright cocktail with an extra kick. 

3. Fizzy Wine Punch

When entertaining a larger group of people, creating batches of low alcohol wine cocktails is a perfect way to ensure everyone has a tasty beverage at all times without being overserved. Combine a bottle of sweet Moscato with lime soda, concentrated lemonade, a splash of sparkling water, and a fruit garnish in a punch bowl so your guests have access to a sweet and delicious drink as they mingle. 

If you’re looking to host a private event or you want to treat yourself to a delicious meal at a restaurant known for exquisite wine pairings in Clinton County, IL, Hidden Lake Winery is the perfect destination. Located in beautiful Aviston, this event venue and dining room can accommodate upwards of 500 guests for special occasions. Call today at (618) 228-9111 to schedule a tour of their facilities. Visit their website for more information on their wines and the decadent dishes crafted by Chef Margaret Rodenhouse.