by Caroline Sumner

Created on: March 18, 2010

When you take that first sip of a perfectly-made Seabreeze cocktail, it certainly lives up to its name. The light, refreshing drink brings back memories of sunsets at the beach, wearing pretty sundresses while the wind whips at my hair. They are wonderful any time of the year, but especially in those hotter months. Here in Virginia, we adapt to the oppressive humidity that comes with summer by indulging in the occasional ice-cold cocktail, and a Seabreeze is a local favorite. 

TRADITIONAL SEABREEZE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 oz. vodka

4 oz. cranberry juice

1 oz. grapefruit juice

DIRECTIONS

Pour vodka over ice into highball glass. Add mixers. May be garnished with a wedge of lime.

HAWAIIAN SEABREEZE RECIPE 

Looking for a more tropical version of a classic Seabreeze? This drink is great for a luau!

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 oz. vodka

1 splash cranberry juice

4 1/2 oz. pineapple juice

DIRECTIONS

Pour all ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Stir well, and serve.

MALIBU BREEZE RECIPE

For a California twist on the old favorite, try this recipe. 

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 oz. Malibu rum

4 1/2 oz. pineapple juice

1 splash of cranberry juice

DIRECTIONS

Pour all ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Stir well, and serve.

HYPNOTIQ BREEZE RECIPE

Hypnotiq has a beautiful color to it, so this drink looks lovely!

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. white cranberry juice

2 oz. pineapple juice

3/4 oz. vodka

1 1/2 oz. Hypnotiq liqueur

Lemon twist

DIRECTIONS

Pour all ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Stir well, and serve. Garnish with lemon twist.

NON-ALCOHOLIC SEABREEZE RECIPE

This is a nice version of the Seabreeze for those who choose not to or cannot drink. No one gets left out!

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. grapefruit juice

4 oz. cranberry juice

Splash of lemon-lime soda

Maraschino cherry

DIRECTIONS

Fill a small glass with ice. Pour in the grapefruit juice and cranberry juice. Squirt a splash of lemon-lime soda on top, enough to give it a small fizz. Garnish with cherry.

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