We always knew we loved Aperol Spritzes, and now we have another name for them: session cocktails. These low-in-alcohol cocktails, also known as shims, are ideal for sipping all afternoon long in the heat of summer. It’s no wonder they’re trending.
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15 Trending Session Cocktails to Make This Summer
Published Jul 2, 2018
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Grapefruit Radler
It’s basically a glorified shandy.
Plated
Frozen Aperol Spritz
One party boozy, two parts refreshing.
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
White Sangria Recipe With Peaches And Berries
This oldie but goodie will be everywhere this summer.
Holly and Flora
Summer Dill And Snap Pea Shim
We’re swooning over this sake, limoncello and elderflower liqueur concoction.
With Food & Love
Black Peppercorn And Cranberry Shrub Cocktails
Psst: Frozen cranberries are available year-round and add a crisp, refreshing edge.
Salt & Wind
Watermelon Ginger Aperol Spritz Cocktail
Coterie member Aida Mollenkamp recommends you make a big batch of these for sipping poolside.
Honestly Yum
Rhubarb, Fennel And Vermouth Cocktail
We’d take this over pie any day.
Downshiftology
Limoncello Prosecco With Blueberries And Thyme
Proof that delicious doesn’t have to be complicated.
Sofa Food
Tropical Americano
A dash of pineapple juice transports you straight to the Virgin Islands.
Half Baked Harvest
Fig Honey Thyme Prosecco Smash
Summer in a glass.
Hungry Girl Por Vida
Lime Rosé Spritzer
Or, how to enjoy ice in your wine without worrying about side-eye.
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Vegetarian Ventures
St. Germain Spritzer
This four-ingredient cooler takes less than 2 minutes to whip up.
Waiting on Martha
Peach Bellini
Our favorite brunch drink just so happens to be low ABV.
Healthy Seasonal Recipes
Micheladas
Calling all bloody Marry fans. This sipper is spicy and savory, but a tad lighter.
Oh So Beautiful Paper
Rosé And Blood Orange Sgroppino
Shhh, it’s just Prosecco and sorbet.
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