As soon as the sun comes out and temperature goes above 60 degrees, you can find me outside. No, not hiking or riding a bike or any of that crap. I’ll be on the patio (and in the garden…but for the purpose of this blog, let’s pretend I don’t do that). There’s little I love more than drinking a nice cocktail on a nice shady patio in warm weather. Be it a liquored up beverage, a light beer, or a nice glass of sweet wine – I love it all!

Well, since the weather has decided to actually give us spring around here – with the exception of today – I figured it’s the perfect time to do a rundown of some of my favorite warm weather cocktails. These are perfect for you to enjoy out or make for yourself at home. And they’ll last you from now until the leaves start to turn this fall.

Lavender and Thyme Martini

I’m bringing back this oldie but goodie from last summer. I love the fresh and refreshing flavor of the lavender mixed with lemon and thyme. And it’s a gin martini – my favorite.

Now, here’s where you make the magic happen with the martini -

1. Fill your favorite cocktail shaker with one cup crushed ice.
2. Add three ounces gin (or two shots) – chilled.
3. Add two ounces lavender simple syrup (or four tablespoons).
4. Add the juice of one lemon.
5. Add one sprig of fresh thyme.
6. Shake until chilled and incorporated.
7. Strain and serve with a sprig of thyme and a lemon twist.

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