It’s mid-August, and summer is beginning to wind down. Gone are the days of ice-cold beverages on the beach and fruity sangria out in the sun – well, maybe they’re not gone, but they’re certainly limited. Enjoy the last couple of weeks of warm weather with a mix of margarita and beer that may seem risky but should definitely be tried.

Those who would rather spare themselves the hangover should try this refreshing cranberry lime punch, a fresh, fruity treat for the end of summer.

-Laura Finaldi, News Staff

Beerita

Ingredients:

3-4 bottles Corona

5-7 ounces gold tequila

1 can frozen limeade

Ice

Lime wedge for garnish

Directions:

In a pitcher filled with ice, stir beer, tequila and limeade together until blended. Pour into a cocktail glass or beer mug – whatever floats your boat – and garnish with a lime wedge.

Source: Laura Finaldi, News Staff

Cranberry Lime Punch

Ingredients:

1 64-ounce bottle of cranberry juice cocktail

2 cups limeade, frozen concentrate

2 cups pineapple juice

1 quart ginger ale

1 1/2 liter soda water

Ice

Directions:

In punch bowl, combine cranberry cocktail, limeade concentrate, pineapple and ginger ale. Just before serving, add soda water and ice.

Source: www.floras-hideout.com