There’s something about a chilled cocktail on a hot summer day that hits differently. The right drink beats the heat and enhances the moment, whether you’re lounging lakeside, hosting an impromptu dinner on the patio, or enjoying golden hour with your favorite people,
A great cocktail doesn’t need to be complicated. With our premium gin and vodka, distilled right here on Michigan’s coast, you’ve got a versatile base for crisp, clean, and crowd-pleasing cocktails. Below are three of our favorite ways to sip and stay cool all summer long.
Coppercraft Cucumber Collins
Bright, botanical, and endlessly refreshing.
Our Coppercraft Gin is infused with classic juniper and layered with subtle citrus and spice, making it the perfect partner for fresh cucumber and lemon in this ultra-refreshing twist on the Tom Collins.
What you’ll need:
- 2 oz Coppercraft Gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 3 cucumber slices
- Club soda to top
How to make it:
Muddle cucumber slices in a shaker with lemon juice and simple syrup. Add Coppercraft Gin and ice, shake well, and strain into a tall glass filled with ice. Top with club soda and garnish with a cucumber ribbon or lemon wheel.
Best enjoyed:
After a long day on the water, with grilled seafood and salty air.
Lakeside Lemon Fizz
Clean, citrusy, and made for porch sipping.
Coppercraft Vodka is distilled for purity, clarity, and smoothness, ideal for easy-drinking cocktails that don’t overpower the moment. This lemon fizz is equal parts zesty and mellow, with just the right sparkle.
What you’ll need:
- 2 oz Coppercraft Vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz honey or simple syrup
- Sparkling water to top
- Mint sprig (optional)
How to make it:
Shake vodka, lemon juice, and honey over ice. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice and top with sparkling water. Garnish with mint or a lemon slice.
Best enjoyed:
During a backyard hang, or while watching the sunset with friends.
The Garden Gimlet
Herbal, cooling, and cocktail-bar worthy.
This one’s for the herb lovers. Basil brings out the earthy brightness of Coppercraft Gin, while lime juice keeps things sharp and refreshing. It’s summer in a glass.
What you’ll need:
- 2 oz Coppercraft Gin
- ¾ oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz basil simple syrup (or muddle a few basil leaves with plain syrup)
- Ice
How to make it:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled and strain into a coupe or rocks glass. Garnish with a fresh basil leaf.
Best enjoyed:
Paired with light summer bites, like caprese salad, shrimp skewers, or watermelon.
Crafted for Summer, Distilled with Purpose
At Coppercraft, every spirit we bottle is a tribute to quality, intention, and the legacy of American craftsmanship. Whether you’re shaking something up at home or making memories on the go, our gin and vodka are made to complement the moments that matter.
So this summer, don’t just cool down. Elevate your experience too.
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