Mango mojito at Social House. Photo by Can Türkyilmaz
1 Social House
Bartender Trent Scribner creates fruity concoctions great for sipping on a summer day. Try the mango mojito — mango rum, muddled mint, orange and lime, Equal, lime juice and soda water.
5100 Belt Line, Suite 410, 972.392.4300
2 Houlihan’s
This neighborhood spot just added to its extensive bar menu the Fruit Jar Punch. It’s made with Cruzan strawberry rum, Thatcher’s blood orange liqueur, lemon juice and garnished fresh strawberries.
5225 Belt Line, 972.386.0689
3 Townhouse Kitchen + Bar
The bar chefs get creative at this Galleria-based enclave. For some heat, try the Fire and Ice, which combines Belvedere pink grapefruit vodka, simple syrup, citrus and a shot of jalapeño juice.
13270 Dallas Parkway, Suite 1165, 972.300.0986
4 Maximo
This lounge is known for its Maximo Heat margarita with muddled jalapeño. However, for something more authentic, try the Tarmindo Maximo, a margarita served in most restaurants throughout Mexico City.
5301 Alpha, 972.233.5656
5 The Londoner
Try the seasonal cocktails at this English-style pub in Addison. The Snow Cap Martini combines Stoli blueberry vodka, lemonade and muddled blueberries. Gin-drinkers, try the Hendrick’s Cucumber Cup made with agave nectar, mint leaves and its namesake, cucumber and gin.
14930 Midway, 972.458.2444
