The heat and humidity of the summer can leave many feeling drained. Now more than ever, it’s important to relax and rejuvenate. Why not crush the summer heat wave with a relaxing soak and a refreshing cocktail? Browse through our list of refreshing summer cocktails and decide which is right for you to pair with one of our Premium Bubble Baths! We promise not to disappoint!
When you’re feeling sweet, try a classic Mai Tai!
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce dark Jamaican rum
- 1 ounce white rum
- 1/4 ounce orgeat
- 1/2 ounce orange Curaçao or Grand Marnier
- 3/4 ounce lime juice
- 1/4 ounce rich simple syrup (2:1 ratio of water to sugar)
- 2-3 mint leaves (for garnish)
- 1 lime wedge (for garnish)
Directions:
- Add white rum, Curaçao or Grand Marnie, and orgeat into a shaker with crushed ice. Shake for 10 seconds
- Pour mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
- Float the dark rum over the top by resting a bar spoon over the rocks glass and slowly pouring the dark rum.
- Garnish with mint leaves and lime wedge.
Bubble Bath Pairing:
- Cara Cara Bubble Bath - Citrus and Agave
- This bubble bath contains sweet orange and lemon peel that opens to a heart of bright, juicy citrus. Agave nectar enhances this bath with notes of peppercorn, coriander, and guava.
- The sweet and tangy notes of Cara Cara perfectly complement the tropical flavors of a Mai Tai, creating an invigorating and refreshing experience.
When you’re feeling bubbly, try a Batanga!
Ingredients:
- Salt, for rimming glass
- 1/2 ounce lime juice
- 1 1/2 ounces tequila
- 4 ounces cola soft drink
- Garnish: lime wedge, optional
Directions:
- Rim a highball glass with salt; fill with ice.
- Combine ingredients in glass and stir.
- Option to garnish with lime wedge.
Bubble Bath Pairing:
- Crystal Winds Bubble Bath - Lavender and Lime Wood
- This bubble bath excites the senses with lavender, fresh bergamot, and sexy leather accords. Tangerine, lime wood, cinnamon bark, sage, vetiver, sandalwood, and orange flower top it off for an irresistible combination.
- The zesty lime and soothing lavender in Crystal Winds enhance the bold, vibrant flavors of a Batanga, making for a revitalizing summer escape.
When you’re feeling like you need a boost, try the Belmar Special!
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce Grady's cold brew
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1/2 ounce creme de cacao
- 1/2 ounce Mr Black
- 1/4 ounce Amaro Angeleno
- 1 teaspoon coconut water
- 1 pinch salt
- Club soda (to top)
- Lemon zest (for garnish)
- Orange zest (for garnish)
Directions:
- Add cold brew, vodka, créme de cacao, coffee liqueur, amaro, and salt to a shaker filled
- with ice. Shake for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a tall, clear-footed coffee mug or highball glass over fresh pebble ice.
- Top with club soda. Finish with orange and lemon zest. Serve with straw.
Bubble Bath Pairing:
- Caribbean Sands Bubble Bath - Mahogany Coconut
- This bubble bath is a warm, earthy blend of mahogany, cedar, patchouli, and musk. Infused with the tropical sensation of coconut, lime, vanilla, and rum – this bubble bath packs a powerful and unforgettable touch.
- The rich, earthy blend of mahogany and coconut in Caribbean Sands pairs beautifully with the smooth, coconut water and coffee-infused notes of the Belmar Special, delivering a luxurious and energizing soak.
When you’re feeling overheated, try a Bicycle Thief!
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce gin
- 1 ounce Campari
- 1 1/2 ounces fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- Club soda, to top
- Orange or grapefruit slice, for garnish
Directions:
- Add all ingredients except club soda and garnish to a cocktail shaker filled with Ice.
- Shake for 10–15 seconds until well chilled, and strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice.
- Top with club soda and garnish with an orange or grapefruit slice.
Bubble Bath Pairing:
- Havana Bubble Bath - Rum and Sandalwood
- This bubble bath excites the senses with sandalwood, fresh cherry wood, smoky tobacco leaf, and vanilla bean. Notes of rum, amaretto, and sweet honey top off this irresistible combination.
- The exotic blend of rum and sandalwood in Havana amplifies the bittersweet, citrusy flavors of a Bicycle Thief, offering a truly indulgent and cooling experience.
When you’re feeling like you want a milkshake that’ll bring all the boys or girls to the yard, try a Buschwacker!
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce dark rum (such as Ten to One)
- 1 ounce coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua)
- 1 ounce créme de cacao
- 2 ounces Coco Lopez
- 2 ounces whole milk
- 1 maraschino cherry (for garnish)
- 1 oz dark chocolate (for garnish)
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender filled with crushed ice and blend on high for 20-25 seconds.
- Pour slushie into a tall glass, such as a pint glass or hurricane glass.
- Garnish with crumbled dark chocolate and a maraschino cherry, if desired.
Bubble Bath Pairing:
- Sweet Temptation Bubble Bath - Dark Cocoa and Sweet Tobacco
- This bubble bath is an infusion with dark cocoa, vanilla, tobacco, musk, spice, and everything sweet – guaranteed to excite all your senses.
- The decadent fusion of dark cocoa and sweet tobacco in Sweet Temptation complements the rich, creamy textures of a Bushwacker, creating a deliciously indulgent treat for your senses.
Cheers, bathers! May your choices be bold and your bubbles never pop!
