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Celebrate Summer with Minute Maid!

June 24, 2013 By Lena

Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

For the longest time, I felt I couldn’t talk about summer without looking like a schmuck. I mean, clearly Mother Nature didn’t get the memo this year; it’s been chilly, dreary and downright depressing for most of May and June. However, summer is “officially” here and and it looks like even the weather joined the party; with temperatures in the high 30’s for Toronto this week, it’s gonna be sizzlin’ hot!

Of course, this year I’ll actually have a patio to lounge on, which excites me to no end. I am such a “drinks on the patio” kind of gal, and thankfully, I’m already armed with delicious, refreshing summer cocktail recipes from Minute Maid. If you didn’t catch my “Minute Maid: Six Ways to Celebrate Summer!” post, please do – you’ll find a wealth of amazing summer drinks to try, including a Tropical Citrus Granita, Peachy Sparkler, Summertime Sangria and more! (Mmm… sangria.)

Now it’s one thing to say “Let’s Celebrate Summer!” – and quite another to actually follow through with it. So, proving that we’re all about hot summer nights and cold fruity concoctions, I teamed up with Minute Maid and mixologist Nadine Hughes to host a #CelebrateSummer event in Toronto. I invited a handful of my favourite bloggers and social media influencers from the GTA for a very special Girls Night Out; we munched, we mingled, and we had a chance to sample some of Minute Maid’s favourite summer treats! And, we were introduced to Minute Maid Smoothies – an easy, affordable way to enjoy smoothies at home. Made with real fruit and no added sugar, they’re so easy to make: just pour into your blender, add ice, water and blend for the perfect smoothie every time. BONUS: each 250mL prepared cup contains two servings of fruit. Yum yum yum!

Minute Maid selected the perfect venue; the penthouse of the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Toronto. With an urban vibe and a fresh burst of colour, it set the mood for our summery event.

Of course, being greeted by Summertime Sangria went a long way to put us in a warm weather frame of mind – and if you’ve got a few Minute Maid punches in the freezer, and some fruit in your refrigerator – chances are, you can make some right now! We served virgin and alcoholic versions (and we all know which one I enjoyed… by the glassful). Also on hand: delicious, light and healthy canapés, and sweet cookies to complement our cocktail party.

Awesome friends arrived (with eerie punctuality) at the start of the event, and I had a great time meeting, greeting and laughing with some of Toronto’s greatest influencers. Although I knew most of the attendees from the Toronto scene, it was fabulous to connect with a few online friends in person. Below: the sweetheart that is @FabFrugalMama; a group of gorgeous gals including @ChickyMara, @AliMartell, @ShopwithRobin and @SandyEl; the very awesome @Mom2Michael and @MapsGirl.

 

Of course, the fun began when Nadine started making the drinks – most of them from scratch – right before our very eyes! It was proof that anyone can be the hostess with the mostess; all you need are a few staples from Minute Maid (which you likely already have on hand) and a little imagination. In addition to demonstrating the recipes, Nadine also showed us creative ways to serve the beverages. The end result resembled something you would order at a fancy restaurant – but can be easily made at home in minutes! 

Pictured above: Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz garnished with fresh basil. Although it’s an unexpected combination, the earthiness of the basil perfectly accentuated the crisp sweetness of the watermelon and grapefruit. It was definitely a crowd pleaser. Below: Nadine makes a Peachy Sparkler that was to.die.for. You’ll want to try this one at your next bridal/baby shower, summer party or picnic for sure!

Now it’s unfortunate that I was called away just as the smoothies were being circulated, because they truly were the star of the show. Available in Strawberry Banana and Tropical flavours, they received two thumbs WAY up from the attendees. After all, they’re incredibly easy to make, beyond delicious, and are an über convenient way to sneak in two servings of fruit, especially if you’re always on the go. And if you don’t believe me, here’s proof they made an impression, via @HartGalla and sent just last week:

Of course, I truly believe that Nadine saved one of the best recipes for last: Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita. Think Mojitos are hard to make? Think again. If there’s one cocktail recipe you try this summer, put Pucker Up Granitas at the top of your list! Tart, tangy and incredibly refreshing, you’ll need to make enough for seconds. And maybe thirds.

It truly was a Girls Night Out to savour. Friends, food, and great summer drinks from Minute Maid – what more could you ask for? We all left with a greater understanding of just how simple it is to create showstopping cocktails at home… in minutes… and with simple ingredients that save you time and money. Viva the fruity summer cocktail!

Of course, since Girls Night Out is all about being surrounded by your girls, special love to @TeacherMomofTwo, one of my most fave bloggers ever. She was originally unable to attend, but moved heaven and earth to come support me and share a cocktail. That’s what friendship is all about!

You can find all the Minute Maid #CelebrateSummer recipes here. In the meantime, you just know I’d love to share the deliciousness! One lucky reader will win a Minute Maid Smooth and Delicious prize pack valued at $150! It includes one Oster blender, two reusable smoothie cups and coupons for a wide variety of Minute Maid frozen products, including Minute Maid’s brand new frozen Smoothies! Available in Strawberry Banana and Tropical flavours, Minute Maid Smoothies are made with 100% juice, real fruit puree and no added sugar.

To enter, simply fill the form below with your qualifying entries. Good luck, and happy summer everyone!

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  1. patricia

    June 24, 2013 at 1:23 pm

    lots of bbqs the fruity summer cocktail

    • Laura Grey

      July 5, 2013 at 7:41 pm

      Peach sparler for me :)

  2. ivy pluchinsky

    June 24, 2013 at 1:23 pm

    The Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita looks awesome and I would try that one first

  3. Vanessa Cook

    June 24, 2013 at 1:24 pm

    Definately celebrate summer at the cabin at the lake….what better way to stay cool than trying the Watermelon Grapefruit Frizz!!

  4. Tania Woodrow

    June 24, 2013 at 1:24 pm

    Pucker up granita

  5. Karen C. Hill

    June 24, 2013 at 1:24 pm

    I’d make the Peach Sparkler

  6. jennifer capin

    June 24, 2013 at 1:25 pm

    Pucker Up Granita sounds delicious

  7. Bailey-Eileen Dexter-Parr

    June 24, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    Pucker Up Granita would be my first choice! I plan to spend the summer BBQ with family & friends.

  8. Courtney

    June 24, 2013 at 1:27 pm

    Definitely the Peach Sparkler! I will be going camping this summer!

  9. Annette

    June 24, 2013 at 1:27 pm

    Pucker up granita con vodka ;)

  10. Francesca

    June 24, 2013 at 1:27 pm

    nice ideas!I would use it to make fruit juices and drinks for my kids so i could add some fruit and veggies to their diet as they don’t eat any!!!

  11. emma walpole

    June 24, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    We celebrate the kick off to summer with a bbq and a trip to the cottage. I would try the peach sparkler first but they all sound so yummy

  12. Angie

    June 24, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    Pucker up Granita sounds Delilsh!!! Could totally use this!

  13. Sabrina T

    June 24, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    Summertime Sangria looks A-MAZ-ING!

  14. Isabelle Goyer

    June 24, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    Enjoying the pool with a the Fruity Summer Cocktail!!

  15. Robyn L

    June 24, 2013 at 1:29 pm

    I’d make the Peach Sparkler

    I celebrate with picnics and lots of food and drink

  16. christine nunes

    June 24, 2013 at 1:30 pm

    summertime sangria please

  17. Erin Brayshaw

    June 24, 2013 at 1:31 pm

    I would try the pucker up granita for sure and I spend my summer hanging with my kids.

  18. Christina Webber

    June 24, 2013 at 1:31 pm

    I love peach so definitely the Peach Sparkler. We celebrate summer with plenty of beach time. Love the beach.

  19. Chantale

    June 24, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    This is going to be our first year of doing lots of BBq . I think the first cocktail I would try is the Watermelon grapefruit fizz.. It sounds delicious

  20. Cindy Nickerson

    June 24, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    PEACHY SPARKLER looks great :)

  21. Janice K.

    June 24, 2013 at 1:36 pm

    Just enjoying lots of outdoors time. I’d like to try the Strawberry Banana mix.

  22. Leah T

    June 24, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    I like to hang out on my deck :) Maybe next time with a Peachy Sparkler!

  23. Eva phillip

    June 24, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    Would love to have been at this party, everything looked delicious..mmmm

  24. Glogirl

    June 24, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    I celebrate summer with BBQing! I would like to try the Peachy Sparkler.

  25. shelley

    June 24, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    Pucker up Granita….after a day of gardening or bbqing :)

  26. sigrid henderyckx

    June 24, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    thank you for the giveaway

  27. Chalbe

    June 24, 2013 at 1:40 pm

    Pucker up Granita, sounds like it could revive me after a long, hot day!

  28. Judy C

    June 24, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    We celebrate summer by camping, the Peachy Sparkler sounds like something I would love to try

  29. Kelly Gordon

    June 24, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    Camping and Watermelon Grapefruit Frizz! :D

  30. jan

    June 24, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz

  31. SusanW

    June 24, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    We just hang around home and swim in the pool, with my son in baseball we cant go to far!
    And I would try the Pucker Up Granita’s First! I love Mojitos :)

  32. pam b

    June 24, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    I celebrate summer by doing lots of camping and boating. I’ll definitely be trying the peach sparkler! Yum!

  33. Lindsay C

    June 24, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    I love celebrating summer with drinks on the patio and long drives with the windows open (or the top down!). The pucker up granita sounds right up my alley as I love anything sour.

  34. tanyab79

    June 24, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    spending time outside camping, mini-putting, swimming and many other activities.

    I would like to try first the Peachy Sparkler.

  35. scott macmillan

    June 24, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    The Pucker Up Granita sounds delicious!!

  36. Francine

    June 24, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    Trying to stay cool & unsweaty! The Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz sounds yummy!

  37. Patrick Siu

    June 24, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    Going hiking in the woods. Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz sounds good.

  38. Sherri F

    June 24, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    The Peachy Sparkler!

  39. patti townsend

    June 24, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    Camping and playing in creeks catching critters with the kids!
    would love to try the peachy sparkler :D

  40. stephanie s.

    June 24, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    Umm.. bbqs n prob start with the strawberry banana ;)

  41. holly o

    June 24, 2013 at 1:53 pm

    peachy sparkler!

  42. stephanie s.

    June 24, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    Oh … yumm actully the peach sparkler is making my taste buds drool hehe

  43. caryn s

    June 24, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    I think the Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita would be deliciously refreshing!

  44. Sunshine G

    June 24, 2013 at 1:57 pm

    The watermelon grapefruit fizz. We always start off with my birthday BBQ every summer!

  45. sara rai

    June 24, 2013 at 2:02 pm

    peach sparkler for sure

  46. margaux

    June 24, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    Pucker up granita seems great

  47. Guy

    June 24, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    Beergarita’s

  48. Sandra Smith

    June 24, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    We celebrate with lots of family time outdoors (camping, biking, swimming and BBQ’s) and I would try the watermelon grapefruit fizz first :)

  49. Paula-Marie

    June 24, 2013 at 2:06 pm

    Can’t wait to try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz!!! Sounds perfect for our Canada Day BBQ!

  50. Guy

    June 24, 2013 at 2:07 pm

    Peach is it!

  51. Deb

    June 24, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    We celebrate with an annual fishing trip to the Cariboo, Hubby looks forward to it all year long! I would love to try the Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita, it sounds delish!

  52. Jaimee M

    June 24, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    I would try the watemelon grapefruit fizz, sounds so yummy

  53. Andria R

    June 24, 2013 at 2:12 pm

    I celebrate summer with trips to the beach! I think I would try Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita first…it sounds so crisp and refreshing!

  54. Matthew Jones

    June 24, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    Peachy Fizz… MMMMMMMMMM

  55. Dawn

    June 24, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    I love Sangria so it would definitely be the first drink to try!

  56. Laird N Crystal Englot

    June 24, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    I love summer! Our favorite thing is to go camping and relax with some delicious drinks! I would definately make the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz!

  57. Anu Chopra

    June 24, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    We love taking the boys to the beach and I would try the Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita first!

  58. Cara James

    June 24, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    Swimming, peach sparkler!:)

  59. gloria

    June 24, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    love to bbq with the family and relaxing in the backyard with a Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz

  60. Theresa Michalik

    June 24, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    Peach Sparkler and we do a lot of swimming.

  61. kay

    June 24, 2013 at 2:30 pm

    Peach all the way and bbq on the deck

  62. Amy Lundin

    June 24, 2013 at 2:33 pm

    We celebrate by going camping and to the beach

    • Amy Lundin

      June 24, 2013 at 2:34 pm

      the watermelon grapefruit fizz

  63. Lynn

    June 24, 2013 at 2:39 pm

    we are doing lots of bbq’ing and the watermelon grapefruit fizz sound good

  64. Marlene Unruh

    June 24, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    Lots of family get togethers in the back yard, baby shower yesterday, I’d try the peach sparkler.

  65. sherrill gill

    June 24, 2013 at 2:42 pm

    Sitting on my porch with a Peach Sparkler!

  66. Londia

    June 24, 2013 at 2:48 pm

    We celebrate summer with BBQ’s and plenty of them.
    I would try the Tropical Citrus Granita

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  67. Kim Allmon

    June 24, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    The Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz

  68. Angel Mouck-Capsis

    June 24, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    We Celebrate, by spending time with Family and Friends!

  69. Kathy

    June 24, 2013 at 2:53 pm

    I LOVE SPENDING TIME OUTDOORS, PICNICS, BBQ’S. Definitely the Peach Sparkler!

  70. Darrah Bailey

    June 24, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    Pucker Up Granita because it sounds DELICIOUS!!

  71. Kelly Bouma

    June 24, 2013 at 3:05 pm

    Think I’ll try Summertime Sangria and to kick off summer we have the July 1st parade in Port Dover, Ontario – great parade

  72. Sumit Atre

    June 24, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    Peach Sparkler

    Always partial to peach.

  73. nicolthepickle

    June 24, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    I would totally go for the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz and we love to have picnics.

  74. roxy mitchell

    June 24, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    love it

  75. Tamara D.

    June 24, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    Camping and playing at the lake are our favourites! I would try the pucker up granita first… Looks delicious!

  76. rose

    June 24, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    We go camping lots and the peach sparkler would be great to try!

  77. Steva Spottswood

    June 24, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    Peach Sparkler!

  78. Debbie Bashford

    June 24, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    less clothes more BBQ’s. and I would try the Pucker Up Granita first as I love tart and tangy!

  79. Kelly McCutcheon-Renaud

    June 24, 2013 at 3:44 pm

    How do you pick just one! Summertime Sangria looks yummy! But also the Pucker up Granita looks yummy! Could use one right now as it is so hot and humid here!

  80. Violet Smith

    June 24, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    I would try the Peachy Sparkler. I love anything with Peach in it.

  81. Flora M

    June 24, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    Backyard BBQ’s are a given, I also enjoy taking my grandchildren out and about – whether just to the local ice cream shop or a day trip somewhere. This summer I will be teaching my oldest granddaughter how to sew as well :o) Most definitely going to look for the new Minute Maid Frozen Smoothies in the store next shopping trip – strawberry banana sounds yummy :)

  82. Lynn O'Brien

    June 24, 2013 at 3:49 pm

    minute maid has the best frozen OJ, i have tried these other ones yet :)

  83. Alexander S.

    June 24, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    with Peach-Berry Sparkler

  84. Lisa Robertson

    June 24, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    Peach sparkler sounds good to me

  85. Haylie Langwald

    June 24, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    I celebrate summer by lazy mornings and going to as many festivals as we can! I would try the peachy sparkler first!

  86. erin m

    June 24, 2013 at 4:08 pm

    i celebrate summer by getting out the flip flops, and I think I will try the Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita first.

  87. suzanne

    June 24, 2013 at 4:12 pm

    strawberry banana

  88. Amy Menzies

    June 24, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    We do lots of boat trips and barbecues. I want to try the Pucker Up Granita so bad!!

  89. Jamie Maracle

    June 24, 2013 at 4:27 pm

    Lots of trips to the Beach, swimming, BBQ’s, entertaining in the backyard and hopefully this year a camping trip. I’d love to try the peachy sparkler

  90. lisa R

    June 24, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    Pucker Up Granita!

  91. ToCo

    June 24, 2013 at 4:29 pm

    Hitting the beaches as much as possible! The Pucker Up Granita would be first! :P

  92. Cheryl P

    June 24, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    We enjoy summer by spendinga s much time outside as we possibly can. Sumemr is too short not to!!! I think the lime slushy like drink looks the most refreshing for a hot summer Canadian day!

  93. STACEY DEMPSEY

    June 24, 2013 at 4:34 pm

    We love to have barbeques and trips to the river . luckily for us we can do that almost daily as it is nearby

  94. STACEY DEMPSEY

    June 24, 2013 at 4:35 pm

    oops forgot to say the drink for me the Summertime Sangria sounds great

  95. Carey Hurst

    June 24, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    Lots of Beach and camping in the summer. Tons of family and neighbour get togethers.Pucker Up Granita would be my first taste …. excited to try :) Thank You!!!

  96. Jennifer

    June 24, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    I celebrate summer by spending as much of it as I can outside… Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz. Would create some of my own cocktails, too.

  97. wanda macsween

    June 24, 2013 at 4:54 pm

    Lots of family barbeques. I would like to try the Summertime Sangria.

  98. Shelley Nelson

    June 24, 2013 at 4:56 pm

    Peachy sparkler would be great for the BBQ we are going to host for some of the neighbours!

  99. Shelley Nelson

    June 24, 2013 at 4:57 pm

    We celebrate summer with great BBQs, a summer holiday and lots of time at the beach

  100. Kelly

    June 24, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    Definitely the Peach Sparkler on the beach!

  101. Vivian

    June 24, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    I would like to have a picnic and try Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz.

  102. annmarie marchand

    June 24, 2013 at 5:43 pm

    Peachy Sparkler

  103. jackie reid

    June 24, 2013 at 6:02 pm

    SUMMERTIME SANGARI and mostly relaxing enjoying the family

  104. Steph Bkn

    June 24, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    Pucker Up Granita Is on my list of must try’s!! We celebrate summer with jam making & salsa making every summer with the kiddies, strawberry jam making is our fav, the kids love going strawberry picking! Plus who doesn’t love the beach?!

  105. Anne Taylor

    June 24, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    The Summertime Sangria sounds amazing! We celebrate summer by heading down to the beach. We live in Victoria on the southern tip of Vancouver Island so there are many beaches to explore!

  106. Tanya Wagner

    June 24, 2013 at 6:12 pm

    I would try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz first! I love to spend time outdoors in the summer, whether it’s gardening, bbqing, camping, campfires, swimming, going to the beach or just hanging out playing with the kids!

  107. Lori L.

    June 24, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    We celebrate summer by spending lots of time at the pool. The Minute Maid drink I most want to try first is the Pucker Up Granita – you sold me on it!

  108. Hope

    June 24, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    Would have to try the Peach Sparkler….

  109. Cecilia Remo

    June 24, 2013 at 6:41 pm

    Peach Sparkler for sure!!!

  110. Lori Bazan

    June 24, 2013 at 6:48 pm

    I love all the cocktails mentioned but Peachy Sparkler sounds to be the best for me!!!

  111. Leigh-Ann Murphy

    June 24, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    peach sparkler at a nice bbq =D

  112. josee carpentier

    June 24, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    Peach Sparkler

  113. Chrissy

    June 24, 2013 at 7:36 pm

    strawberry banana pleease mmm

  114. Soozle

    June 24, 2013 at 7:42 pm

    I like to celebrate outside – the garden, the farmers market, the beach, the lake.. just outside!

    I would like to try the peach sparkler

  115. will

    June 24, 2013 at 7:46 pm

    i celebrate with monthly bbqs! I want to try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz! thanks!

  116. Rachel E

    June 24, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    I go biking and I want to try: Peachy Sparkler.

  117. Kam

    June 24, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    Summer time, we just relax…peach sparkler sounds good!

  118. Catherine Cole

    June 24, 2013 at 8:27 pm

    Camping and a Peach Sparkler

  119. hannasmom

    June 24, 2013 at 8:40 pm

    We celebrate summer with days at the lake and camping trips! I would try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz for sure!

  120. Crystal Quibell

    June 24, 2013 at 8:46 pm

    When not pregnant (currently 34 weeks!), around the patio eating some good food (and minus the kids). :) Watermelon Grapefruit Frizz sounds delish!

  121. debbie f

    June 24, 2013 at 9:02 pm

    Peachy sparkler while having a backyard BBQ

  122. Tricha

    June 24, 2013 at 9:17 pm

    I celebrate summer by going to the cottage with the family. I will definitely try the SUMMERTIME SANGRIA first. Lots of fruits makes this the perfect summer drink.

  123. elaing8

    June 24, 2013 at 9:28 pm

    I would try the Pucker Up Granita.It sounds really good.
    I like to spend my summers reading on the deck,gardening and having lots of bbq’s.

  124. Melissa

    June 24, 2013 at 9:47 pm

    I can’t wait to try the peachy sprarkler. I like to spend my summers at the beach!

  125. HCM

    June 24, 2013 at 10:08 pm

    watermelon grapefruit fizz!

  126. J

    June 24, 2013 at 10:34 pm

    I celebrate Summer with friends who I might share that Tropical Citrus Granita recipe with.

  127. Andrew P

    June 24, 2013 at 10:36 pm

    I celebrate summer by going camping + bbqing. I would try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz

  128. MrDisco

    June 24, 2013 at 10:51 pm

    I celebrate summer by burning my parka and tacking the gloves on my front door as a warning to the next snow flake that crosses my path.

    I will try the Peachy Sparkler first

  129. Tammy Dalley

    June 24, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    We celebrate by camping,going to the beach, campfires and lots of bbq’s! I would try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz first , sounds delicious!

  130. Tina L.

    June 24, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    we celebrate by going to the park, bbqing, and just spending more more outdoors. I would like to try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz first.

  131. Becky

    June 24, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    The summertime sangria sounds yummy!

  132. Andrea

    June 24, 2013 at 11:34 pm

    Maybe SUMMERTIME SANGRIA. I really love minute maid punch just mixed with gingerale though. So yummy :)

  133. Dayna W

    June 25, 2013 at 12:20 am

    I sip wine on the balcony and read a book in the sunshine. If my son lets me.

  134. Doris Calvert

    June 25, 2013 at 12:44 am

    Peachy Sparkler sounds good, we celebrate summer with BBQ’s , Bon Fires, and going to the lake!

  135. Olivia L

    June 25, 2013 at 12:50 am

    I like to picnic in the park and spend the day at the beach. The tropical citrus granita looks really yummy and perfect for a backyard BBQ!

  136. Emma

    June 25, 2013 at 1:00 am

    Pucker Up Granita

  137. Jeannie

    June 25, 2013 at 1:59 am

    I would make the Pucker Up Granita

  138. Heidi C.

    June 25, 2013 at 2:04 am

    We like to BBQ, head to the beach, play outdoors. The Watermelon Grapefruit Frizz sounds yummy!

  139. Brenda Penton

    June 25, 2013 at 4:49 am

    Lots of BBQs and trips to the beach are how we celebrate summer. I’d try the Peachy Sparkler first.

  140. Marissa

    June 25, 2013 at 7:27 am

    I’d definitely try the Peach Sparkler.

  141. Phyllis cadwell

    June 25, 2013 at 8:07 am

    In our camper with peach sparklers sounds great

  142. Elaine D

    June 25, 2013 at 8:18 am

    How do you Celebrate Summer?
    Going to the beach
    which Minute Maid cocktail will you try first?
    The Peachy sparkler

  143. Debbie W

    June 25, 2013 at 8:46 am

    The Pucker up granita sounds good

  144. rosanne

    June 25, 2013 at 8:53 am

    We love to camp and hang out at the pool. The peach sparkler sounds delicious.

  145. Victoria Ess

    June 25, 2013 at 9:49 am

    I celebrate summer with drinks on a patio, and I’m looking forward to adding Summertime Sangria to the mix of drinks!

  146. Jonnie

    June 25, 2013 at 9:54 am

    We celebrate summer by going on vacation and firing up the grill. The Pucker Up Granita sounds so good!

  147. ameirah t

    June 25, 2013 at 10:36 am

    pucker up granita sounds delish,,,

  148. Rebecca

    June 25, 2013 at 10:51 am

    Watermelon and grapefruit, two of my faves! Definitely have to try this one!!
    Summer time is all about the bbq at our place and picnics in the park

  149. kristy e

    June 25, 2013 at 10:57 am

    peach sparkler and we celebrate with swimming family and friends

  150. Karine

    June 25, 2013 at 11:03 am

    With a good sangria, haha, and my favorite is the lemonade – or the berry mix

  151. Allie

    June 25, 2013 at 11:05 am

    Smoothies say what!!!!! Going to the store tonight!!!!

  152. angela m

    June 25, 2013 at 11:12 am

    We celebrate with BBQ’s, picnics and camping. I want to try the Pucker Up Granita first
    thanks

  153. SweetPanda

    June 25, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    We celebrate summer with lots and lots of BBQ’s, going to beach and swimming. I would love to try the Peachy Sparkler

  154. bree stegman

    June 25, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    pucker up granita…with some tequila

  155. paula huie

    June 25, 2013 at 4:45 pm

    we celebrate by swimming and BBQing all the time!! the cocktail i’d most like to try is the Peachy Sparkler

  156. francine

    June 25, 2013 at 5:27 pm

    Pucker Up Granita and we enjoy summer by taking the kids to the park (especially the splash pad on a very hot day)

  157. Deb Dorrington

    June 25, 2013 at 5:41 pm

    We celebrate summer by going camping some weekends and going to the beach a lot. I would love to try the Summer Sangria, but omitting the club soda and using red wine in it’s place.

  158. Karla Sceviour

    June 25, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    we go camping,swimming,road trips,bbq`s etc..:) I would try the Pucker Up Granita,,yum!

  159. Joan G

    June 25, 2013 at 6:51 pm

    Summertime Sangria for me.

  160. Julie bolduc

    June 25, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    summertime Sandra sounds awesome

  161. lp

    June 25, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    pucker up granita sounds great. thanks.

  162. Teresa Claire

    June 25, 2013 at 9:47 pm

    I love Grapefruit so my favourite to try first would have to be Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz! Amazing pictures of everyone, Lena :)

  163. jen s.

    June 25, 2013 at 10:01 pm

    I celebrate summer by spending as much time outdoors as possible – whether walking, laying out, on a patio etc. the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz sounds great – i’d try that one first. thanks!

  164. NT

    June 25, 2013 at 10:29 pm

    We celebrate by hitting the beach as soon as the sun is warm (even though the water is too cold). And BBQs are synonymous with summer, no?
    First thing to try would be the peachy sparkler.

  165. Marla

    June 25, 2013 at 11:25 pm

    For the summer: bbqs

    Would try peach sparklers :)

  166. Angela Mitchell

    June 26, 2013 at 12:19 am

    I’d love to try the Peachy Sparkler. We celebrate summer with local summer events from parades, to Fairs, to music festivals.

  167. Leanne M

    June 26, 2013 at 1:23 am

    We relax and hang out outdoors. I would love to try the Pucker Up Granita. .

  168. lori butler

    June 26, 2013 at 1:39 am

    summer , bbq’s and lots of em, the peachy sparkler looks interesting ;)

  169. Jo-Anne Pfoh

    June 26, 2013 at 4:07 am

    watermelon grapefruit fizz

  170. Carol Denny

    June 26, 2013 at 7:10 am

    I would try the Pucker Up Granita.

  171. Darlene Schuller

    June 26, 2013 at 10:07 am

    Summertime Sangria, I’d have that with me at the beach almost every day. We live a 15 mins walk away from the beach so a lot of our summer time is spent between there & the local library.

  172. Eva Mitton-Urban

    June 26, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    FUN – water balloons/frisbee/SUPER SOAKERS every summer day celebrating BBQ’ing and LAUGHING

    eva mitton-urban

  173. Eva Mitton-Urban

    June 26, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    Oooppps meant to also indicate that the Tropical blend would be my choice of flavors to try

    eva mitton-urban

  174. 409cope

    June 26, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    I like to spend most of the summer in my backyard pool.
    I would love to try the Summertime Sangria first.

  175. Nicole B

    June 26, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    Summertime Sangria perfect for sitting on the deck at the cottage!

  176. jan

    June 26, 2013 at 2:46 pm

    Like the look of the penthouse a tthe Cosmopolitan Hotel in Toronto!

  177. Joan G

    June 26, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    The Pucker Up Granita looks inviting.

  178. Caryn Coates

    June 26, 2013 at 4:12 pm

    Tons of family BBQ’s and would love to try the Pucker Up Granita

  179. KittyPride

    June 26, 2013 at 6:28 pm

    Minute Maid’s Pucker Up Granita looks like a real goodie, made me pucker up just reading about it ;)

  180. lisa bolduc

    June 26, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    i would want to try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz! i love watermelon

  181. sarah sar

    June 26, 2013 at 8:24 pm

    we take an annual family camping trip the week before Canada Day weekend. yes, we’re leaving tomorrow! The Peach Sparkler sounds delicious, I would love to try that.

  182. sarah stickney

    June 26, 2013 at 10:03 pm

    sitting in the sun. i’d like to try them all

  183. Diana @ Toronto Teacher Mom

    June 26, 2013 at 10:11 pm

    I’ve already used up my smoothies voucher. It was SO tasty! Thanks for hosting such a wonderful Girls’ Night Out!

  184. Jasen H

    June 26, 2013 at 11:37 pm

    I’d try the pucker up granita

  185. Suzanne Smith

    June 27, 2013 at 12:42 am

    I would try the Pucker Up Granita first and I will celebrate summer with wonderful friends and family on patios and in pools across the Okanagan Valley in BC. Have a great summer too, Lena. Love your blog.

  186. Rebecca Moeller

    June 27, 2013 at 3:01 am

    Sitting in the sun, reading a book and enjoying a Watermelon Grapefruit Frizz!

  187. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    June 27, 2013 at 8:33 am

    the Pucker Up Granita we like sour stuff,

  188. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    June 27, 2013 at 8:33 am

    oops forgot, drink it in our backyard enjoying Pucker Up Granita

  189. Tanja Paquette

    June 27, 2013 at 8:36 am

    I would love to try the peachy sparkler. I liked reading your article on change room wars.

  190. nikki oconnor

    June 27, 2013 at 10:00 am

    Peachy Sparkler sounds yummy!

  191. Clifford

    June 27, 2013 at 10:05 am

    I celebrate summer by having as many BBQs as possible and going camping almost every weekend. I would love the Pucker-up Granita, sounds good to me!

  192. Alisha

    June 27, 2013 at 10:06 am

    I celebrate my birthday in the Summer!! I’ll be serving up the Peach Sparkler!!

  193. eleanor

    June 27, 2013 at 10:34 am

    I celebrate summer with a family picnic or bbq. I like the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz.

  194. Amanda Neilson

    June 27, 2013 at 12:06 pm

    Peach Sparkler! Would make it for the beach!

  195. Joan G

    June 27, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    Peachy Sparkler for a hot summer day.

  196. Stephanie F

    June 27, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    I like to have bbqs and swim in the summer. Now I can do that enjoying the Peachy Sparkler!

  197. Josh S

    June 27, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    Peach Sparkler sounds yummy. I hope to go to the lake for a bit this Summer.

  198. mongupp

    June 27, 2013 at 9:00 pm

    Peach sparkler. I like to take the kids to libraries and museums.

  199. Lisa KH

    June 27, 2013 at 9:39 pm

    I celebrate summer with lots of BBQs and evening chilling on the deck. I’d most like to try the Pucker Up Granita.

  200. Sydney D

    June 27, 2013 at 10:08 pm

    Peach sparkler!!

  201. ginette4

    June 27, 2013 at 11:21 pm

    We celebrate summer with lots of bbq’s and pool parties, first one I will try is their Peach sparkler

  202. Cathy C

    June 27, 2013 at 11:48 pm

    Peach Sparkler is what I would try first

  203. kathryn

    June 27, 2013 at 11:55 pm

    Tropical!

  204. Carole Dube

    June 28, 2013 at 12:24 am

    I celebrate summer by doing yoga in the parc and a Pucker Up Granita would be very refreshing after working out.

  205. Joan G

    June 28, 2013 at 6:21 pm

    I love Sangria on the patio on a hot day.

  206. Carol M

    June 29, 2013 at 11:11 am

    Celebrate by being outdoors as much as possible including drinks on a patio somewhere. Summer Sangria would be my pick.

  207. Pamalot

    June 29, 2013 at 11:37 am

    I would try the Pucker Up Granita first.
    summer involves a lot of adventures:biking, travel, day trips, bbqs

  208. Joan G

    June 29, 2013 at 2:00 pm

    Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz sounds like a great brunch drink.

  209. Carole B.

    June 29, 2013 at 10:10 pm

    I will try the Peachy Sparkler first

  210. Christine

    June 29, 2013 at 11:38 pm

    I’d spend as much time outdoors. I would try the peach sparkler first!

  211. Amber Y

    June 30, 2013 at 3:10 am

    we have bbq’s all summer long with friends and family. I’d love to try that peachy sparkler.

  212. Joan G

    June 30, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    Patio is all ready for summer – I’ll try the Peach Sparkler.

  213. Sylvie Carpentier

    June 30, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    TROPICAL CITRUS GRANITA

  214. sunshine

    June 30, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    I think the pucker up granita looks awesome!

  215. Dayna

    June 30, 2013 at 5:13 pm

    Ohhhh the strawberry banana smoothie sounds Ahhhhmayyyzing ;)

  216. Helena

    June 30, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    I’d love to try that peachy sparkler!

  217. Tammy

    June 30, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    We love spending time outdoors and with our friends and family during the summer. I’d love to try the Peach Sparkler.

  218. Mary I

    June 30, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    We celebrate summer with parties by the pool The Strawberry Banana smoothie would be a great addition to the party

  219. Michelle B

    July 1, 2013 at 4:26 am

    We celebrate summer by cooling off at the water-parks! I’d try the Peach Sparkler! It sounds delicious.

  220. Jenny

    July 1, 2013 at 3:37 pm

    pina coladas!

  221. Joan G

    July 1, 2013 at 3:47 pm

    Any excuse for happy hour – I want a Summertime Sangria.

  222. michelle

    July 1, 2013 at 9:58 pm

    Strawberry Banana – i can make it kid friendly or with an adult twist. love it

  223. marierose

    July 1, 2013 at 11:02 pm

    Peach sparkler!

  224. Fred

    July 2, 2013 at 10:56 am

    Mango, anything with mango.

  225. Destiny

    July 2, 2013 at 1:00 pm

    I just got back from the cottage for Canada Day long weekend, and I was just saying that a nice smoothie would’ve been amazing near the lake! <3

  226. Bcteagirl

    July 2, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    I celebrate summer with fun hikes in the park/wilderness. Celebrating with a peach sparkler when I get back sounds like a great plan!

  227. stacey

    July 2, 2013 at 8:02 pm

    Citrus Granita sounds delish!

  228. Joan G

    July 2, 2013 at 8:52 pm

    I love anything that contains peaches.

  229. Miranda Hume

    July 2, 2013 at 10:12 pm

    They all sound great, I want to try them all but especially watermelon grapefruit.

  230. Kris Kipp

    July 2, 2013 at 10:15 pm

    We love to celebrate summer with a backyard BBQ and a refreshing dip in the pool. I think I would try the Pucker Up Granita recipe first.

  231. Lesley D.

    July 2, 2013 at 10:33 pm

    I’ll be spending lots of time at the beach, and traveling…and I can’t wait to try Pucker Up Granitas!!

  232. elaine bolduc

    July 3, 2013 at 7:29 am

    I would like to try the tropical smoothie, and I don’t have much of a chance to celebrate anything because I am a bus grandmother helping to raise a handicap grandson.

  233. Randy

    July 3, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    Spending extra time with the family and chilling at our beautiful Beaches.

  234. erin dear

    July 3, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    bbqs the would love to try fruity summer cocktail

  235. Susan T.

    July 3, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    I celebrate summer by soaking up the sunshine and drinking frosty beverages. I love watermelon so I would try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz!

  236. Florence C

    July 3, 2013 at 5:50 pm

    I usually have ice tea but the Viva the fruity summer cocktail sounds for interesting

  237. Bons

    July 3, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    I celebrate summer with outdoor picnics and I’d love to try the Strawberry Banana cocktail first.

  238. Colleen K

    July 4, 2013 at 9:38 am

    …Pucker Up Granita sounds good to me…(Thank you Minute Maid and Lena).

  239. Luisa

    July 4, 2013 at 12:38 pm

    We celebrate summer with lots of BBQ’s. Would love to try Strawberry Banana cocktail

  240. Lorena H

    July 4, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    I celebrate summer by taking family vacations and making memories. Peachy sparkler sounds delicious.

  241. Catherine

    July 4, 2013 at 5:07 pm

    Peach sparkler – delicious.

  242. David

    July 4, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    Summer’s my fav season – would try to spend as much time outdoor! I would love to give the Peach Sparkler a try! thanks!

  243. Joan G

    July 4, 2013 at 5:30 pm

    I could have used any of these drinks today – what a scorcher.

  244. Ashley

    July 4, 2013 at 6:37 pm

    Ohhhh drinks and pool parties! I waana try the watermelon grapefruit fizz!

  245. Deborah

    July 4, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    They all look so good I think I may have to throw a girlie party to try them all out!! We can’t discriminate now can we???

  246. Holly Buttle

    July 4, 2013 at 10:13 pm

    Well, I am actually so busy in the summer running around lol I don’t have much time to sit and relax, but i love sneaking in some beach/pool time and of course some BBQs with the family. (when we were younger, my Grandma would always have one at her place every Sunday, with all the family..♥ I miss her so much) but doing it with my own families are like a turn back in time :D. Its so relaxing (just what I need hehe).

    And I would definately love to try the Tropical Smoothies ones :) YUMMY!!!
    THank you for this awesome review and giveaway :)

  247. Belinda McNabb

    July 4, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    We just enjoy spending time outside during the summer. I will be trying the Pucker Up Granita first

  248. Lindsay Cyr

    July 5, 2013 at 8:07 am

    I would love to try out the Strawberry Banana! We spend out summers outside most of the time, with 2 little ones it can be hard to get them inside the house at bedtime, they love playing in the outdoors and at the local playground!

  249. darci

    July 5, 2013 at 11:23 am

    Summertime Sangria sounds sensational!

  250. Fred Cuzner

    July 5, 2013 at 1:40 pm

    I want the Strawberry Banana mix.

  251. Adriana F

    July 5, 2013 at 3:55 pm

    We celebrate summer by bringing out the kiddie pool for the kids. I would love to try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz.

  252. Karry Knisley

    July 5, 2013 at 5:00 pm

    I would love to try the Peach Sparkler….I will be going to many BBQ’s and a few weddings

  253. Catharine

    July 5, 2013 at 8:38 pm

    The Pucker up granita looks yummy. Family fun times this summer by the pool and beach. BBQ is a must

  254. Lee-Ann Sleegers

    July 5, 2013 at 10:10 pm

    It’s got to be the “Lime In The Coconut!”

  255. Yan D

    July 6, 2013 at 2:45 am

    i go to the beach during the summer. the Pucker Up Granita sounds good

  256. Joan G

    July 6, 2013 at 4:54 pm

    Did someone say Sangria – count me in.

  257. naiddia peracha

    July 6, 2013 at 6:07 pm

    peach sparkler

  258. Amy C

    July 7, 2013 at 1:49 am

    I would make the Peach Sparkler. We like to go swimming and camping.

  259. Joy

    July 7, 2013 at 10:07 am

    I celebrate summer with barbecues and enjoying fresh strawberries that we have picked ourselves. I would try the Peachy Sparkler first!

  260. Amber

    July 7, 2013 at 12:42 pm

    Beach, beach, beach and BBQs!!! First we will try Strawberry Banana smoothies for the kids and Pucker Up Granita for Mom!!!

  261. beth

    July 7, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    We enjoy having family and friends over to our place to swim. Id also love to serve pucker up granitas

  262. Joan G

    July 7, 2013 at 5:51 pm

    Strawberry Banana Smoothies sound so inviting.

  263. Joan G

    July 7, 2013 at 5:51 pm

    Strawberry Banana Smoothies would be great.

  264. Fred

    July 7, 2013 at 6:04 pm

    Let me sleep on it.. after a smooooothie.

  265. Amanda Komoski

    July 8, 2013 at 1:19 pm

    I love watermelon so the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz

  266. Joan G

    July 8, 2013 at 4:34 pm

    Add a little vodka and the Strawberry Smoothie would be my choice.

  267. Tanis

    July 8, 2013 at 5:53 pm

    I would try the tropical drink first. We normally spend summers on the beach, on our deck and doing a little camping!

  268. Aimee R

    July 8, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    I celebrate summer by BBQing. I would try the Strawberry smoothie first.

  269. Paula Schuck

    July 9, 2013 at 9:39 am

    Well I love the barbecue and also I would totally enjoy the granito. Yummy! I am a summer girl. I love sun and beaches. That’s my happy place.

  270. blessedta

    July 9, 2013 at 12:24 pm

    Try to enjoy outdoor activities as much as possible. I like Summertime Sangri.

  271. Nicole

    July 11, 2013 at 10:58 am

    We try to hike as much as possible. I think I would try the tropical smoothie first!

  272. Erika E

    July 11, 2013 at 11:00 am

    I would try the Summertime Sangria first.

  273. Vickie Cheung

    July 11, 2013 at 11:11 am

    Love to hang out on the patio w/friends and explore new neighborhood in the city during summer time. nothing beats cold drinks for patio time

  274. denise

    July 11, 2013 at 8:53 pm

    wow this prize is amazing

  275. Lucy

    July 12, 2013 at 3:58 pm

    very cool prize!

  276. Jeanette Jackson

    July 13, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    I will be trying the Peach Sparkler first.

  277. Holly Messana

    July 13, 2013 at 8:52 pm

    Lots of bbq’s and friends, I love granita!!!

  278. SueSueper

    July 14, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    I celebrate summer by visiting relatives (usually road trips and stay with them) Enjoy relax time.

    Tropical sounds like my first go to MM Smoothie – Gotta love Pineapple.

  279. maria

    July 14, 2013 at 10:40 pm

    I celebrate with bbqs and would love to try the summertime sangria.

  280. Tara Gauthier

    July 15, 2013 at 1:56 am

    We usually like celebrating summer by going camping but are super busy and weren’t able to go last weekend on our planned trip as we bought a house instead!

    I would try the peach sparkler!

  281. sueboobadoo

    July 16, 2013 at 12:24 am

    we spend most of the summer lounging by the pool and I would love to try a Peach Sparkler

  282. Harjit

    July 16, 2013 at 1:32 am

    The Minute Maid Pina Colada is the smoothie mix of my dreams. The virgin drink is just as tasty as the non as I am expecting my first little bundle of joy this late Fall. Thank you for the chance to win yummy products from a very reliable, trustworthy brand~Minute Maid! Twitter fan@plumerea

  283. Harvinderks

    July 16, 2013 at 9:33 am

    Peach Sparkler!

  284. Debbie Marchand

    July 17, 2013 at 6:03 pm

    Peachy Sparkler sounds like a refreshing drink

  285. MissT

    July 17, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    Drinks on the patio

  286. Christy Martin

    July 18, 2013 at 7:16 am

    I have been to a few waterfront festivals and try to BBQ as much as possible. I would love to try the Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz garnished with basil!

  287. Radhika K

    July 18, 2013 at 10:03 pm

    BBQs and music festivals! I would like to try the pucker up granita

  288. Sarah p

    July 21, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    summertime sangria has my name all over it! :) Now that our daughter is a bit older (going on 2) she’s at a really fun age, so this summer is full of as many adventures as possible! We like going for long walks, swimming, and exploring new playgrounds. Thanks for another great giveaway!

    Sarah @ Living As We

  289. Dianne G.

    July 21, 2013 at 2:07 pm

    Summer to me means sitting outside and relaxing in the shade. The drinks all sound good but the Peach Sparkler really peaks my interest.

  290. shon szezendor

    July 21, 2013 at 7:49 pm

    strawberry banana sounds awesome and I think it would be a delicious drink at a BBQ.

  291. Julia

    July 21, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    Summer is spent playing! I would try the watermelon grapefruit fizz first I think.

  292. Sharon Silljer

    July 21, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    Any of them sound good…but I have to say that Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz would go down so good right now!!!

  293. Kate

    July 21, 2013 at 7:52 pm

    They all sound so good and would be awesome in this heat!

  294. Brandee

    July 21, 2013 at 7:54 pm

    I think the peachy sparkler would be awesome for lounging on the beach.

  295. Candi

    July 21, 2013 at 7:54 pm

    strawberry banana if you please… I’ve been barbecuing up a storm all summer long

  296. Barbie Squires

    July 21, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    Pucker up granita

  297. vivia Hsu

    July 21, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    I would love to celebrate summer by relaxing in my lawn chair with a nice Pucker Up Granita in my hand.

  298. Kellie Stewart

    July 21, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    Love me the watermelon grapefruit!

  299. Elaine Jasvins

    July 21, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    I think I would try the peach drink

  300. Jen C

    July 21, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    I would love to kick back on the patio with a Watermelon Grapefruit Fizz! Sound Heavenly!!! Thanks for the great recipie and opportunity in the contest. Cheers!

  301. Sean McKnight

    July 21, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    Nice drink ideas

  302. Jenny

    July 21, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    I like the Peach Sparkler…and I love to celebrate summer with my friends and family. We usually host quite a few get togethers during the summer because once the school year is back in session, it is more difficult to find the time!

  303. Charissa Kingma

    July 21, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    I would try peach sparkler!! Summer fun means bbqs!! :)

  304. Steve Bobula

    July 21, 2013 at 8:01 pm

    I would love to try SUMMERTIME SANGRIA…mmmm sounds Yummy

  305. debbie campbell

    July 21, 2013 at 8:03 pm

    I like to have BBQs for family and friends. I would definitely try the Sangria!

  306. Catherine

    July 21, 2013 at 8:05 pm

    Road trip to go see my family.

    I will try Strawberry and banana first.

  307. Kelly

    July 21, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    Summertime Sangria. Sounds amazing !

  308. robyn paris

    July 21, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    I love hanging by the pool and like the peach sparkler

  309. jade lechner

    July 21, 2013 at 8:14 pm

    pucker up granita for sure!

  310. Michelle Persin

    July 21, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    I will definitely try the Pucker Up Granita! Looks so delicious :)

  311. Fiona

    July 21, 2013 at 8:22 pm

    I can’t wait to try Pucker up Granita!

  312. jennifer wexler

    July 21, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    i would like to try the peachy sparkler. I celebrate with my friends by hosting BBQs

  313. LindaL

    July 21, 2013 at 8:35 pm

    I celebrate by going camping and would love to try the Strawberry Banana first!!

  314. Jenn @ Lost in a Great Book

    July 21, 2013 at 8:36 pm

    I’m hosting 8 bloggers at my place up north in August – and we will definitely be trying the PUCKER-UP GRANITA first!

  315. Steffi

    July 21, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    Peachy Sparkler!

  316. Erin Mcgrath

    July 21, 2013 at 8:43 pm

    Lots of BBQs and the Summertime Sangria sounds delicious!

  317. judy gardner

    July 21, 2013 at 8:45 pm

    we go to the beach and i would like to try the peach sparkler

  318. Donnas

    July 21, 2013 at 9:09 pm

    I’m looking forward to lots of barbecues this summer, and I think that the Pucker Up Granita is interesting, and I’d love to try it.

  319. Carrie Copeland

    July 21, 2013 at 9:09 pm

    I want to try all of them, especially the smoothies!

  320. julia g

    July 21, 2013 at 9:13 pm

    I like taking it easy in the summer. I would try the Pucker Up Granita.

  321. Wanda Muise

    July 21, 2013 at 9:38 pm

    I love being under a big tree reading a book and I want to try the strawberry banana!!

  322. jill

    July 21, 2013 at 9:55 pm

    I like to try to spend some time with family in the summer. I would love to try the strawberry banana

  323. Cindy Ray

    July 21, 2013 at 10:09 pm

    Strawberry Banana a d we dont do anything special for summer

  324. John

    July 21, 2013 at 10:14 pm

    Peach Sparkler on a sunny, warm, humid afternoon by the pool

  325. Amy D.

    July 21, 2013 at 10:26 pm

    The pucker up granita sounds delicious. I decided to do less this summer, which means clearing my schedule to sit on my behind and read a book on the patio. A nice cocktail would help me with that goal :)

  326. Deirdre

    July 21, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    Strawberry-banana for me!

  327. Melissa

    July 21, 2013 at 10:31 pm

    I made mojitos with the limeade and had a bunch of friends over to beat the heat with a salad potluck by the pool :)

  328. Joce Lyne

    July 21, 2013 at 11:01 pm

    pucker up granita :)

  329. Crystal Wonitoy

    July 21, 2013 at 11:38 pm

    We spend summers by the pool, would love to try the peach fizz!

  330. Melissa Finn

    July 21, 2013 at 11:38 pm

    We spend a lot of the summer in the water- in the pool, at the beach and at the splash pad. I would make the Pucker Up Granita.

  331. Megan Barnecutt

    July 21, 2013 at 11:43 pm

    The Pucker Up Granita would be my first choice…and my second, third, & fourth choice!! Great job everyone!

  332. Michelle B

    July 21, 2013 at 11:56 pm

    I love these smoothies!!

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