Summer Cocktails: Margaritas, Mint Juleps, Punches, Party Snacks, and More

María del Mar Sacasa is a writer, food stylist, and recipe developer who has worked for Vogue, Lucky, and Cook’s Country. Her styling work has appeared in numerous print publications, TV commercials, product packaging, and cookbooks. She writes the “Sandwiched” and “Let Them Eat Cake” columns for Serious Eats. 

Tara Striano’s photography has been featured in House Beautiful, O magazine, Garnet Hill, and Elle Decor, and she has a degree in photography from New York University.

One hundred seasonal recipes for punches and pitchers, frosty drinks, classics and throwbacks, and more.

Whether you're lounging by the pool, cooking over a grill, or relaxing in the hammock, you need a great drink. And with Summer Cocktails, Maria del Mar Sacasa and Tara Striano will help you discover your favorite fair-weather friends, from Peachy Keen Punch to Ginger-Lemongrass Pina Colada. Craft your beverages from the bottom up with underpinnings straight from your summer garden, including Strawberry-Rosemary Shrub, Rhubarb Syrup, or Tomatillo and Coriander Tequila. Plus, round out the perfect party with savory snacks to match your cool drinks. Cheers