Top 5 Summer Drinks For Boaters 2020 [Yacht Cocktails]

Find yourself on the water with a drink in hand. See our list of delicious summer favorite cocktails, perfect for your next day at sea.

There’s nothing like a refreshing cocktail on a summer day, and there’s no place better to enjoy one than on the water. Whether you’re a fan of rum, tequila, vodka or wine, you’ll find a favorite on this list. Impress guests while on board with your mixologist skills and deliver a drink that beats the heat, shaken or stirred.

#1 – Spicy Margarita

Nothing quite says summer like a margarita, and for those who can handle the heat, bringing fresh jalapeños into the mix makes it that much more refreshing. We recommend this recipe that includes orange liquor, fresh limes, and just enough spice. Serve with lots of ice, and enjoy on the boat while having lunch on the flybridge with a view.

#2 – Frose

Frose, also known as frozen rosé, has taken the restaurants and bars in Miami by storm for some time now, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s perfect marriage for wine lovers and frozen drink lovers, and light enough to sip on during a sunny happy hour on the water. We recommend this recipe that isn’t too sweet and still gives you that rosé wine taste. With just 3 ingredients, this cocktail is an easy crowd pleaser that you can blend up quickly.

#3 – Rum Punch

Beloved drink of sailors and beach bars everywhere, rum punch is a classic favorite that’s perfect for tropical destinations and weekend getaways. Whether you’re spending a weekend on the boat, chartering a superyacht for a week, or simply having a sunset cruise on the water, a rum punch is always a fan favorite. We recommend this recipe, and don’t forget to garnish your glass with fresh fruit for a finishing touch.

#4 – Watermelon Basil Vodka Cooler

Hot days on the water call for watermelon – a delicious sweet treat that doubles a thirst quencher. But when paired with basil and vodka, this drink is irresistable. This drink is super simple to make and serve up after a day in the sun, whether your guests are getting a workout in with waterskiing, or falling asleep tanning on the sundeck. If vodka-soaked watermelon slices had a grown up older sibling, this cooler would be it. We recommend this recipe, but fair warning, this drink will have everyone coming back for seconds.

#5 – Lemon Drop

For those with a taste for tart, nothing beats a classic lemon drop cocktail. This is the perfect cocktail to sip with dinner, or for stargazing from the cockpit after hours. We prefer this recipe because it requires less ingredients, less fuss, and more fun. Simply combine, shake, and serve.