Ready, set, refreshments!
Summer is on its way, and beer pong tables are being set up all over Germany! The warm weather is putting us in the party mood, and we can hardly wait to finally drink a cold beer and play endless rounds of beer pong. But every now and then, it's okay to try something different, because beer alone can get boring after a while. If you enjoy other cold drinks besides beer, you should start listening. We've compiled a selection of our favorite summer drinks and divided them into categories. Perhaps you'll find your new summer drink?
While most drinking games are best played with beer or other simple drinks, you can take it to the next level with some cool cocktails. But which one suits your taste best?
Find out here, as we've taken a closer look at four of our favorite drinks.
Mojito, Sex on the Beach, Aperol Spritz, or perhaps a 43er with a glass of milk? There are seemingly endless cocktails and long drinks in this world. How can you possibly try them all in your lifetime? Unfortunately, it seems impossible, but don't worry: we're introducing you to the best drinks for summer, and maybe you'll discover your new favorite! You can then prepare it for your friends at your next drinking game night.
Sweet sins
The perfect drink for watching your friends play beer pong while lounging in your sunglasses on a deck chair. While you're at it, you can pick out some new drinking games from our drinking game book .
Conclusion: This drink is ideal for someone craving a sweet indulgence. Simple and playful with a gentle hint of coconut, this cocktail transports you mentally to a world of palm trees and turquoise waters.
The 43er itself tastes primarily of vanilla. You might think you're drinking vanilla milk...but no, it's a long drink! In Spain, 43er has been a staple at parties for many years. The liqueur came to Germany in 2010 and is now enjoying great popularity. However, other combinations are also very popular. For example, 43er with passion fruit juice or orange juice. If that's too sour for you, you can always stick with the classic milky drink. Since it's easy to drink, we recommend this drink for games like "Never Have I Ever." If you're still missing some risqué questions, check out our blog post!
Conclusion: Sweet and simple, we like it that way. The 43er is perfect for someone who craves that cocktail feeling without having to get out the measuring cups and shaker. What's better than celebrating with friends in the backyard on a warm summer night and playing beer pong? Right, nothing really! That's the vibe of the fiery 43er.
Mint, Mint, Baby
The Mojito is an absolute classic among cocktails. A drink from beautiful Cuba with delicious mint and Cuban rum. It's a rather light drink and therefore ideal for summer. Compared to other cocktails and long drinks, it's relatively low in calories, which is just what you need for a summer body. The ingredients are also simple. As mentioned, the drink consists of mint and Cuban rum, as well as cane sugar, lime juice, and sparkling water. It's wonderfully refreshing and cooling on hot summer days. It's no wonder, then, that the drink is one of the most popular cocktails worldwide. Its lightness makes it a safe choice for drinking games. So, if you don't feel like beer or wine, you can easily switch to a Mojito. You can also decide how strong you want your cocktail to be. We think the Mojito pairs perfectly with our mugs .
Conclusion: Mojito should be listed after the word "refreshment" in the dictionary, that much is clear. It's easy-going and relaxed, fitting perfectly with its exotic origins. An absolute recommendation for anyone who wants to enjoy a cocktail without much effort.
The Mint Julep is an absolute classic cocktail. It originated in the American South and spread throughout the rest of the USA in the early 19th century. Because it's a timeless drink, it's considered a "contemporary classic." It consists of fresh mint, bourbon whiskey, sugar (syrup), and crushed ice. It's also a relatively simple drink, often served in a copper mug. Is this a cocktail suitable for summer drinking games? Maybe not entirely, because it would be a bit of a waste of the precious ingredients. But at a cocktail party with friends, the Mint Julep is sure to be a hit.
Conclusion: Timeless and elegant, that's the Mint Julep. No unnecessary frills, just a handful of high-quality ingredients.
Trend Drink of the Year
In the US, the "White Claw" brand is the absolute market leader in hard seltzer. Does that mean anything to you? If not, don't worry. We'll explain.
Hard seltzer is essentially sparkling water with added alcohol. The drink is usually also flavored with something else, such as raspberry or pineapple. It's no coincidence that this light refreshment is a huge success, and has now spread to Germany as well.
It couldn't be more summery here. Hard seltzers are perfect for drinking games because, when chilled, they're simply refreshing and very low in calories. However, caution is advised here, too. While they taste like flavored water, they still contain around 5% alcohol. What flavors would you like in your hard seltzer? In Germany, there are now several companies that have successfully established themselves with this new trend. Drinks from brands like Buzz Hard Seltzer and Holy Hard Seltzer are now available on the market.
So how about a drink like this for the next round of cups or beer pong?
Conclusion: The new hard seltzers are THE hype for the German summer, and we think they're right! It's definitely worth checking them out. Try the different varieties and find your fruity, tangy favorite!
Even though beer is still the number one choice for a fun beer pong evening, these 5 drinks can still add variety to the whole thing.
In times like these, everyone should have their own drink in hand at beer pong anyway. So why not try something different?
So, which drink do you like best?
