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Summer has finally arrived, and this year instead of relying on the same old drinks to cool you off, why not mix it up with one of these easy-to-make refreshers? Spiked with everything from gin to rum, plus fresh fruits, herbs and veggies, these eight cocktails will keep you nice and cool as the mercury continues to rise.

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8 Cocktails to Try This Summer

Cucumber Cooler(01 of08)

Cucumber CoolerThis contemporary twist on a classic Gin & Tonic is as cool as a cucumber.Click here for the recipe.

Queen's Park Swizzle(02 of08)

Queen's Park SwizzleGet a taste of the Caribbean with this combo of dark rum, Angostura bitters and fresh mint.Click here for the recipe.

Lowcountry(03 of08)

LowcountrySpend a summery evening lounging on the porch with a glass full of Old Tom gin, Fernet Branca and spicy ginger beer.Click here for the recipe.

Kiwicha(04 of08)

KiwichaPisco and kiwi collide in this thirst-quenching summer sipper. Click here for the recipe. Photo by Stuart Mullenberg

Harvest Cooler(05 of08)

Harvest CoolerNothing says summer like this cooling combo of fresh watermelon, agave and lime juice and vodka.Click here for the recipe.

Southside Fizz(06 of08)

Southside FizzGin, fresh lemon, mint and fizzy club soda--it doesn't get more refreshing than this warm-weather highball.Click here for the recipe.Photo by Stuart Mullenberg

Strawberry Cooler(07 of08)

Strawberry CoolerVodka, vermouth and fresh strawberries make this cocktail perfectly light and breezy.Click here for the recipe.

Summer Thyme Lemonade(08 of08)

Summer Thyme LemonadeFresh thyme and peppery ginger add a boost of flavor to this whiskey-spiked lemonade.Click here for the recipe.

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