Our Favorite Summer Beer Cocktails

Hey there, summer enthusiasts! The sun is shining, the days are longer, and it’s the perfect time to enjoy some refreshing summer-themed beer cocktails.

These recipes are ideal for any summer gathering, whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or relaxing by the pool.

Let’s dive into these tropical and refreshing concoctions and toast to the summer season!

Tropical IPA Punch

Description

Tropical IPA Punch is a refreshing and fruity mix of IPA, pineapple juice, and a splash of coconut rum.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of IPA
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 oz coconut rum

Instructions

1. Pour the IPA and pineapple juice into a glass.
2. Add coconut rum and stir gently.

Watermelon Wheat Beer

Description

Watermelon Wheat Beer combines the light and refreshing taste of wheat beer with fresh watermelon juice and a mint sprig.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of wheat beer
• 1 cup fresh watermelon juice
• Mint sprig for garnish

Instructions

1. Pour the wheat beer and watermelon juice into a glass.
2. Garnish with a mint sprig.

Citrus Shandy

Description

Citrus Shandy is a simple yet delightful mix of light beer, lemon-lime soda, and a twist of lime.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of light beer
• 1 cup lemon-lime soda
• Lime twist for garnish

Instructions

1. Mix the light beer and lemon-lime soda in a glass.
2. Garnish with a twist of lime.

Mango Habanero Lager

Description

Mango Habanero Lager is a bold and spicy drink made with lager, mango puree, and a dash of habanero tincture.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of lager
• 1 oz mango puree
• Dash of habanero tincture

Instructions

1. Pour the lager into a glass.
2. Add mango puree and habanero tincture.
3. Stir gently.

Berry Beer Mojito

Description

Berry Beer Mojito combines the refreshing taste of pale ale with mixed berry syrup and fresh mint.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of pale ale
• 1 oz mixed berry syrup
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Mix the pale ale and berry syrup in a glass.
2. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Spicy Michelada

Description

Spicy Michelada is a savory and spicy drink made with light beer, tomato juice, hot sauce, and a lime wedge.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of light beer
• 1 oz tomato juice
• Dash of hot sauce
• Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions

1. Pour the light beer and tomato juice into a glass.
2. Add hot sauce and stir gently.
3. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Coconut Porter

Description

Coconut Porter is a rich and creamy drink made with porter, coconut milk, and a hint of vanilla extract.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of porter
• 1 oz coconut milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Pour the porter into a glass.
2. Add coconut milk and vanilla extract.
3. Stir gently.

Peach Bellini Beer

Description

Peach Bellini Beer is a light and bubbly drink made with light beer, peach puree, and a splash of Prosecco.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of light beer
• 1 oz peach puree
• 1 oz Prosecco

Instructions

1. Pour the light beer and peach puree into a glass.
2. Add Prosecco and stir gently.

Pineapple Radler

Description

Pineapple Radler is a refreshing and fruity drink made with light beer, pineapple juice, and a twist of lime.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of light beer
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• Lime twist for garnish

Instructions

1. Mix the light beer and pineapple juice in a glass.
2. Garnish with a twist of lime.

Raspberry Lime Wheat

Description

Raspberry Lime Wheat is a fruity and tangy drink made with wheat beer, raspberry syrup, and fresh lime juice.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of wheat beer
• 1 oz raspberry syrup
• 1 oz fresh lime juice

Instructions

1. Mix the wheat beer, raspberry syrup, and lime juice in a glass.
2. Stir gently.

Final Words

These summer-themed beer cocktails are sure to bring refreshment and cheer to your summer gatherings.

From backyard BBQs to poolside lounging, these drinks are perfect for celebrating the season.

Don’t forget to check out our Christmas, Halloween, and Thanksgiving beer cocktail recipes for even more festive inspiration. Cheers to a wonderful summer season!