Sweet summertime—it's sweet for a reason, thanks to the bounty of fruit ripening on trees, shrubs, and bushes. While many whiskey cocktails play up the spicy flavors derived from barrel maturation, summer is a time to discover the spirit's sweet and fruity notes. And what better way to make the most of your farmers' market's offerings than by enjoying a cocktail or two? Below, we've rounded up some of our favorite whiskey-based, fruit-enhanced cocktail recipes, perfect for front-porch sitting or lounging by the pool.
Fruity Whiskey Cocktail Recipes
Blackberry Bourbon LemonadeA long tall sipper with the tart-sweet flavors of blackberries and lemons, this drink gets a pop of fizz from a splash of sparkling wine.
Strawberry Patch SmashStrawberry jam is an excellent shortcut for adding concentrated berry flavor into this refreshing bourbon-based cocktail.
Watermelon SlingJuicy sweet watermelon tempers the fire of white whiskey in this deceptively simple cocktail.
Whiskey Mulberry ShrubA hit of sourness from vinegar gives this fruity cocktail extra zing.
Southern Peach CocktailWhat's better than a fresh-from-the-tree ripe peach? A bourbon cocktail that combines peaches and sweet tea for a refreshing afternoon drink.
Whiskey-GriaMake enough for a crowd with this large-scale, fruit-packed punch that includes grilled peaches.
