Sometimes there's no better way to cool off then with a pool day. While we'll never pass up a beach escape or lake getaway, sometimes pool days are the easiest ways to beat the Southern summer heat. Whether you're heading to the backyard or a public park, pool days call for delicious snacks and refreshing drinks to keep us hydrated. We've rounded up our favorite pool day drinks that you'll enjoy sipping all summer long.

20 Pool Day Drinks To Sip All Summer Long

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I’m mostly a beer drinker. Give me a slice of pizza with a hazy IPA on a Friday night, and I am one happy lady. Wine, I like but can never finish a bottle in a weekend. And I have zero mixology skills — I don’t even own a cocktail shaker! It’s not that I don’t enjoy a good margarita or espresso martini, I generally just save those fancy drinks for the pros. But summer is different.

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Patio season is upon us, and with it, the beloved summer activity of sipping a deliciously crafted cocktail as you soak up the delightful weather. Whether you head out on the town or share a drink with friends at home, you'll have to choose which of the summer's top cocktails to sample — which can be tricky!

I held a showdown for the top summer tequila cocktail and this recipe swept the board

It’s sweet, it’s rich, and it’s full of caffeine — everyone loves an espresso martini. Though this cocktail peaked in popularity a few years ago, it’s still a favorite drink for many thanks to its delicious, easy-drinking qualities. But if you feel like branching out, then there are more coffee cocktails in the world for you to consider. Of course there’s the Irish Coffee (made with hot coffee and whiskey, and topped with whipped cream), but there are also some more interesting options for you to try to recreate a cup of joe in your glass.

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Rum is one of the most popular liquors around the world. And, while the sweet spirit can be produced almost anywhere, the islands of Barbados, Cuba, Jamaica and Puerto Rico produce much of the world’s best rum using locally grown sugarcane. Discover a dozen rum cocktails that you can...

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Other than maybe working on a tan, there’s not much that is more popular than having a drink or three while on a cruise. Bars are everywhere around the ship, and alcohol is big business.

12 Things You Didn’t Know about Drinks & Drinking on a Cruise

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A cruise passenger of Margaritaville at Sea is suing its parent company, Classica Cruise Operator, for booking her in a hotel where she was allegedly assaulted last year. In legal filings, the unidentified woman using the name Jane Doe, recalled the event. In August 2023, she sailed a two-day roundtrip itinerary from West Palm Beach to the Bahamas on the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise. The cruise line arranged her August 6 island accommodations in Wyndham Viva Fortuna Beach as part of her trip.

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Let me set the scene: the Italian countryside, a secluded villa, and seventeen members of the same family existing on the same property. A week and a half of pure, Under the Tuscan Sun bliss. All of it being fueled by my favorite beverage in the world: an Aperol Spritz.

10 Days, 50 Aperol Spritzes: My Epic Italian Drinking Adventure

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People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

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Bright, bubbly, and refreshing, few cocktails have dominated the cultural lexicon in recent years like the Spritz. Just as easy to make as they are to enjoy, Spritzes are typically made with a liqueur, Prosecco, and a splash of soda water, creating something that’s not quite wine but not quite a cocktail, either. And people can’t get enough.

The Rise of the Spritz: a Timeline

Leaning on the key ingredient of ghost peppers, Ghost Tequila boasts a uniquely spicy spirit that seamlessly harmonizes spice with the smoothness of agave. Jeff Popkin, Ghost Tequila’s CEO, is no stranger to the beverage industry, and the moment he saw Ghost on a menu thought, “How could that not be a winning spirit?” Coming into 2024, it’s easy to see how Ghost Tequila is quickly evolving from an intriguing tequila to a household name.

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

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Sangria is one of the easiest ways to uplevel your wine-drinking experience. Its versatility means you can use practically any wine you have at your disposal. Red, white, or even bubbly–it can all be turned into sangria. Contents. But let’s be real here: not all sangrias hit the mark....

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Carnival is known for its rowdy, affordable cruises. The fares are hard to beat, but the terrible food and incessant up-charging were major turnoffs.

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The Hugo, or Hugo Spritz, is a modern classic cocktail that features St-Germain elderflower liqueur, Prosecco, seltzer, and mint. Invented around 2005, the drink first appeared as a creation of bartender Roland Gruber in the Northern Italian town of Naturno, near the Austrian border. Starting out as a regional cocktail,...

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One might be wise to wait until after Independence Day to adopt one of these cats. They just don't like the noise of fireworks, which, combined with the sudden, scary changes of a new home might not make for a great start. Come Friday, the 5th though, go and grab up one of these terrific cats, all available from local, Kansas City shelters.

Celebrate your 4th with one of these great cats

Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. BACARDÍ® RUM DROPS NEW CARIBBEAN SPICED TO TRANSPORT YOUR TASTEBUDS TO THE ISLANDS. BACARDÍ Rum has launched its first premium spiced product, BACARDÍ Caribbean Spiced, which captures the flavors of the Caribbean. The unique blend of...

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Adults-only cruises offer a unique escape for travelers seeking a sophisticated and relaxed voyage across the world’s oceans. Far from the clamor of amusement parks and crowded beaches, these voyages cater exclusively to adults, providing an ambiance of elegance, tranquility, and indulgence. Here are some of the best adults-only...

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From hard seltzers to rum punch - what's hot this holiday

With Fourth of July coming next week, everyone is getting ready for grilling, picnicking, and, of course, drinking. As people get ready to toast to the...

From hard seltzers to rum punch - what's hot this holiday

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