Vibe Check: Summer Drinks That Are Totally the Moment 🍹😎
Easy, ready to drink ideas for our oh-so-short summer. Summer's a blink, so let's get right to the DRANKS! We're talking Cocchi Americano Spritz for that Euro trip vibe, Jorge's Iced Tea for when you're feeling chill, and all the RTD cocktails 'cause ain't nobody got time for mixing when the sun's o
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Summer's a blink, so let's get right to the DRANKS! We're talking Cocchi Americano Spritz for that Euro trip vibe, Jorge's Iced Tea for when you're feeling chill, and all the RTD cocktails 'cause ain't nobody got time for mixing when the sun's out. Local businesses are popping OFF, too! Let's get it!
Spill the Tea
Okay, besties, listen up! Summer is, like, a five-second kinda thing, so we gotta maximize the vibes. First up, we got the Cocchi Americano Spritz. It's basically an Aperol Spritz's cooler cousin – slightly spicy, citrusy, and Italian AF. History lesson? Spritzes were a thing way back in 19th century Italy. Now you can sip on this drink like you're at Mille Restaurant and Cafe or, like, just buy the Cocchi Americano from a liquor store and DIY.
Next on the menu: Jorge’s Iced Tea. Two ingredients, minimal effort, maximum slay. Just mix Croft Pink Port (aka the world’s first rosé Port, so you KNOW it's boujee) with some cold jasmine tea. Peep those liquor stores for the Croft Pink Port. Easy peasy!
But, like, let's be real. Sometimes you just wanna grab a can and go. Enter: Ready-To-Drink (RTD) Cocktails. And Canada's bringing the heat! We're talking:
- Village Brewery Pet Peeve Mediterranean Italian Pilsner: It's an Italian Pilsner but make it ✨extra✨ with olive leaves and lemon. Village Brewery is a Calgary-based place celebrating its 15th anniversary, go off!
- Shaft By Hendo: Espresso martini vibes in a CAN! Made in Alberta, so you know it's legit. There's even a non-alcoholic version for when you're tryna stay ✨responsible✨. By Hendo is the name behind the cocktail, BTW.
- Big Rock Brewery, Bright Side Crisp Lager: Just a straight-up refreshing lager from Big Rock Brewery, which is also in Calgary and celebrating 40 years. Okay, boomer! jk, congrats!
- El Cocktails, Paloma and Margarita: Pre-made cocktails from Alberta that are actually fire. Balanced flavors? We stan!
- Matt & Steve’s Caesar: A ready-made Caesar cocktail. If you're Canadian, you KNOW.
So there you have it, fam! Your summer drink guide to slay the season. Go forth and hydrate (responsibly, of course)!
Abbreviations Glossary
| Abbreviation | Full Form |
|---|---|
| Vibe check | A general assessment of the mood or atmosphere. |
| DRANKS | Slang way of saying Drinks. |
| Euro trip vibe | Relating to or giving off the feeling of traveling or experiencing European culture. |
| RTD | Ready to Drink. |
| Ain't nobody got time for | Nobody has the time or patience for something. |
| Popping OFF | Becoming very successful, popular, or exciting. |
| Let's get it! | A phrase used to express excitement, encouragement, or readiness to begin something. |
| Besties | Best friends. |
| AF | As F***. |
| Slay | To succeed in something spectacular. |
| Boujee | Luxurious in lifestyle yet humble in character. |
| ✨extra✨ | Over the top, excessive. |
| Legit | Genuine, authentic. |
| ✨responsible✨ | Taking care of your responsibilities. |
| Okay, boomer! | Used to mock or dismiss attitudes thought of as typical of people of the baby boomer generation. (Use sparingly!) |
| We stan! | We support, we love! |