8 refreshing whiskey drinks to extend the summer

Yes, of course: the keyword whiskey is often associated with heavy leather armchairs and cigars and fireplaces and… well… not so much summer temperatures. But there is another way. Nothing against Manhattan or Old Fashioned with their dark, deep flavor profiles, but spicy, citrusy (it’s a word), fresh summer drinks are all the rage right now. And yes, that goes for whiskey too. Here are eight proofs:

No, Irish whiskey isn’t just for St. Patrick’s Day.

The fruitier, fresher version of the mint julep.

Oh, because we just got it: Here’s the ultimate whiskey summer drink classic!

A whiskey cocktail that, as the name suggests, is almost beach ready.

A tasty long drink that gets some depth thanks to the addition of Angostura bitters.

Tennessee in a highball glass: Take a sip and close your eyes – you’ll hear the chirping of the crickets.

Here’s an invention of mine (hence the homemade photo 😂) – although I can imagine someone else came up with a similar idea. But it’s fine, and that’s the main thing.

If a drink is named after a Loretta Lynn song, it can’t be bad.