It’s summer, which means it’s party time!
I love get togethers during the summer more than any other time of the year. Throw something easy on the grill, make a pitcher of a favorite cocktail and relax with good friends. Our summer has been up and down this year in terms of weather; we’ve had a lot of rain with some nice days mixed in. I don’t mind the rain – less watering the lawn! – as long as I can get enough time for some Vitamin D. And a few good barbecues.
On the really hot or rainy days, I’ll take the party inside. My favorite times are when the guests are around ten or less, that way I can spend time with everyone and I relax a bit more. My parents are almost always included, they’re really fun to have around and it’s nice for them to be able to get to know my friends and neighbors. When it’s inside, I keep things simple with small plates and a few easy appetizers. My mom always brings a big fresh bouquet of flowers straight from her garden (and she has this knack for finding really cool vases at yard sales). That always serves as a centerpiece…she may have inspired me to grow more of my own flowers – they’re gorgeous!
I’ve posted a few of my favorite cocktails but I’m really excited to share this Pomegranate Lemonade with you! It’s so refreshing with so much flavor, plus it’s easy. I keep the recipe printed out along with all the ingredients at a “beverage station” so that guests can easily refill as needed. Makes for a fun, relaxing summer party!
PAMA Lemonade
I've muddled fresh raspberries for the puree; it's doable but takes a bit more work to pour due to the seeds. I've also used limeade instead of lemonade - delish!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz. PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur
- 1 oz. Premium Citrus Vodka
- 1 oz. Raspberry Puree, I just muddle 6-8 fresh raspberries
- 3 oz. Lemonade
- Fresh Raspberry
Instructions
- Shake ingredients with ice and strain into tall iced glass with 5 thin lemon wheels placed between
- the glass and ice. Garnish with fresh raspberry and a lemon curl.
Notes
PAMA is bottled at 34 proof or 17% alcohol by volume. It is made with all-natural pomegranate juice, premium vodka and a touch of imported tequila.
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Sues
Tuesday 14th of July 2015
I haven't had PAMA in forever. Guess I need to pull a bottle back out!
Kristy Bernardo
Wednesday 15th of July 2015
You do, Sues! It's sooo good.
Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life
Tuesday 14th of July 2015
This would be the perfect drink for our next adult poolside get together! I have PAMA in the house already...love it!
Kristy Bernardo
Wednesday 15th of July 2015
PERFECT, Michelle! You'll love these!
Jessica
Tuesday 14th of July 2015
I love raspberries and these sound so refreshing!! Your pictures are beautiful!
Kristy Bernardo
Tuesday 14th of July 2015
Thank you so much, Jessica!!
Melanie | Melanie Makes
Monday 13th of July 2015
This lemonade sounds absolutely divine, Kristy! After a definite case of the Mondays, I'd love to join you for one right about now!
Kristy Bernardo
Tuesday 14th of July 2015
I wish you could, too, Mel! Seeing you would definitely get rid of my Monday blues anytime <3
Kristina
Monday 13th of July 2015
we have so many more gatherings in the summertime too (although this girl does love hosting a good holiday party!), and we have had three get togethers in like, a week! it has been FAR too hot up until about a week ago, ha! I could use one of these right now, so refreshing!
Kristy Bernardo
Tuesday 14th of July 2015
I'm with you on the holiday parties, Kristina! It's been hot here, too...one of these days we'll have to cheers with one of these babies!