Rosé is the official drink of summer, and it’s also a perfect base for warm weather cocktails. We asked Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huginar, who co-authored Yes Way Rosé, for their favorite pink mixed drinks. See below and cheers to summer!

Photos: Sarah Anne Ward
Spa Water
Serves 1
Ingredients
- 3 slices cucumber
- 3 basil leaves
- 1 slice ginger
- 2 sprigs mint, and more for garnish
- Sparkling rosé
Directions
- In a Collins glass add cucumber, basil ginger, and mint, and lightly muddle
- Fill glass with ice and top with Yes Way Rosé Bubbles
- Give a little stir and garnish with fresh mint

Yes Way Rosé Ice Cube Spritz
Serves 1
Ingredients
- Rosé
- Club Soda
Directions
- Fill an ice cube tray with Yes Way Rosé and allow to freeze
- Once the ice cubes are frozen, add to a glass
- Top with club soda
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