Holiday feelings in a glass - 4 drink ideas for July - 2026.rechberger.at.dedi1093.your-server.de/en

01.07.2026

As temperatures rise and life moves outdoors, one thing is clear: the perfect drink becomes the heart of every summer enjoyment experience. Whether on the terrace, at after-work gatherings, or as a refreshing companion on the menu, drinks in July should be light and aromatic and transport guests in their minds to vacation.

The current trends clearly show where the journey is heading: fresh ingredients and light Spritz variations ensure uncomplicated drinking pleasure. At the same time, unusual combinations and new flavor profiles - from fruity-bitter to floral or even slightly spicy - are gaining more and more importance.

Especially in gastronomy, creative drinks offer enormous potential to surprise guests and set new impulses. Because alongside taste, presentation and the experience in the glass matter more than ever today. Seasonal ingredients, high-quality glasses, and a well-thought-out concept turn simple drinks into true signature drinks.

In this article, we show you four new drink ideas that fit perfectly into July - inspiring, trend-conscious, and ideal for delighting your guests with fresh, summery moments of enjoyment.

Garden Aperol-Spritz

The Garden Aperol-Spritz reinterprets the classic and brings an aromatic herbal note into play with rosemary-honey syrup. The sweet-bitter aromas of Aperol meet the subtle spice of rosemary and are perfectly balanced by the freshness of Prosecco and soda. A complex, modern summer drink with a special twist and high signature quality.

Ingredients:

8 cl Prosecco
5 cl Aperol
1 cl rosemary-honey syrup
Soda to top up
Garnish: dried orange slice, sprig of rosemary

for the glass

A stemmed glass with an orange cocktail, ice, and a blood orange slice on an outdoor table with people blurred in the background.

A tall glass of red sparkling aperitif with ice and an orange peel twist on a sunny outdoor table.

Campari Amalfi

Campari Amalfi combines Mediterranean freshness with distinctive bitterness and modern lightness. Grapefruit provides a delicate, tart fruity note, while Bitter Lemon gives the drink a lively, sparkling structure. An elegant aperitif with a clear aroma, which unfolds its full strength especially on warm days.

Ingredients:

8 cl Bitter Lemon
4 cl Campari
1 cl grapefruit juice
Garnish: orange peel spiral

for the glass

Green Hugo

The Green Hugo presents itself as a fresh, green evolution of the popular classic. Elderflower meets crisp apple, subtle lime, and cooling mint – complemented by the understated freshness of cucumber for a particularly light mouthfeel. The result is a lively, aromatic drink with clear freshness and a high recognition value.

Ingredients:

8 cl Prosecco
4 cl elderflower syrup
4 cl soda water
2 cl cloudy apple juice
0.5 cl lime juice
Garnish: mint leaves, long cucumber ribbon

for the glass

A refreshing cucumber and mint cocktail in a stemmed glass on a wooden table with a blurred garden background.

A sparkling orange cocktail in a wine glass on a table with a blurred seaside café background.

Crodino Spritz

The Crodino Spritz impresses as a non-alcoholic alternative with surprising depth and pleasant bitterness. The subtle citrus note of the orange emphasizes the balanced interplay of tart, slightly sweet, and sparkling fresh. An uncomplicated summer drink that brings lightness to the glass and is perfect for all-day enjoyment.