Drinks to stir up over break

Whether you’re looking to catch a slight buzz while soaking up the rays or aiming for fully smashed…here are some alcoholic drink combos to get you there. Per usual: drink responsibly.

1. Spring Break Spritzer
A sweetly carbonated combo of some classics, this one has the right amount of girly and strong. The lemonade and vodka are interchangeable, but Absolut is the recommended ingredient.

1-2 shots of Absolut (regular flavor or peach)
½ bottle of Minute Maid lemonade
½ bottle of Sprite or 7-Up
1 cup of icea

2. The Classic White Russian
Often coined as the coffee-lover’s alcohol, white Russians are sweet, creamy, and delicious. Think of it as a spiked version of a Frappuccino.

1 serving of Kahlua White Russian drink mix
1 cup of ice
Whipped cream

3. Cranberry Crush
Bursting with berries and tartness, this one is a personal favorite as well as a winner with even the pickiest of drinkers.

1-2 shots Smirnoff Ice (Regular)
1 bottle Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice
1 can of Polar brand plain seltzer
1 cup of ice
½ cup of raspberries (if you really want to get fancy)

4. A One, Two Punch
Since a week-long break from classes is synonymous with rum…
1 part raspberry rum
1 part light rum
½ part passion fruit juice
      ½ part pomegranate juice
½ part mango juice
½ part soda water

5. Classic Rum ‘n’ Coke
2-3 shots Captain Morgan spiced rum
1 can regular Coke
1 cup ice
1 lime

6. Serendipity
A classic “older people’s” drink, the Serendipity balances strong with sweet, creating an island drink perfect for sipping on while working on your tan.

1 oz. Amaretto
1 1/2 oz. Grand Marnier
1 oz. Triple Sec
2 oz. Vodka
1 oz. Grenadine
4 oz. Orange Juice

7. Diamond Margarita
For a more polished version of your standard margarita.

1 oz. Liqueur, orange
1 oz. Tequila, gold
1 oz. Tequila, white
1 oz. Triple Sec
1 oz. Lime Juice

8. Christmas in Mexico
Headed to Cancun? Mexico City? Bring these ingredients along and your trip will surely be complete.

3 shots Tequila, gold
3/4 pint Cranberry Juice
3 splashes Grenadine
2 splashes Sour Mix
1 slice Lime
6 whole Cranberries

9. Mimosa
Simple and lacking in many ingredients; don’t be fooled: Mimosas are celebrated summer drinks, especially by artsy people everywhere.

2 1/2 oz. Champagne
2 1/2 oz. Orange Juice

10. Malibu Mojito
For No. 10, here’s a refreshingly tropical concoction perfect for any beach activity, anywhere.

1 oz. Rum, coconut (Malibu)
1 oz. Carbonated Water/Club Soda
3 wedges Lime
4 leaves Mint
1 tsp. Sugar