Get The Buzz on With These Seven Summer Beertails

With the summer heat upon us, what better way to cool off than with a unique and refreshing beertail? For those of you whom this term is foreign, beertails are alcohol beverages that combine beer with booze, champagne, shandies, you name it. Restaurants and mixologists alike have created combos guaranteed to satisfy any taste buds. Here are some recipes you can try out tonight!

1. The Coronarita

What goes better with a margarita than a lime slice and a salted rim? Another glorious creation out of Mexico - Corona (extra or light both get the job done.) This beertail is as easy to make as it is to drink. See directions below!

-1 ¼ ounces tequila

-½ ounce triple sec

-3 ounces margarita mix

-1 Coronita 7 ounce beer

-1 lime wedge

2. The Michelada

Also known as a "bloody beer" and another great beertail concoction out of Mexico. For those who are fond of the classic Bloody Mary, switch things up and try this recipe out.

-16 oz can tomato juice

-2 limes, juiced

-1/4 teaspoon celery salt

-1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

-1/2 teaspoon Tabasco

-Two 12 oz bottles of beer (Modelo is recommended)

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3. Mike's Full Moon

Here's a lighter and more refreshing option for those who aren't as fond of liqour-based beverages. Combine the sweet and sugary taste of Mike's Hard with the light and refreshing citrus tones of a Blue Moon.

-1/2 Bottle Mike's Hard Lemonade

-1/2 Bottle Blue Moon

-Garnish with Orange Slice & Enjoy!

4. The Negril

Have your own taste of paradise with this Jamaican-inspired beertail. Three simple ingredients is all you need to create this refreshing island beverage.

-2 oz Belvedere Bloody Mary

-1 oz Pineapple Juice

-1 oz Ginger Beer

5. The Light Apple

Combine the crisp sweetness of an angry orchard with the refreshing taste of a New England classic, Sam Adams. This duo is sure to please the light beer drinker who enjoys the tart undertone of a hard cider. Only two ingredients needed, shown below.

-1/2 Bottle Angry Orchard Crisp Apple

-1/2 Bottle Samuel Adam's Light (or Sam Summer Ale)

6. Black Velvet

This beertail has been around since the late 1800's and has stood the test of time. Not recommended for the fruity or sweet drink-lover, it provides booth a smooth yet bitter taste all at once. One part beer, one part champagne is all you need to enjoy this unique classic.

-1/2 flute of champagne

-1/2 Flute of Guinness (or any stout you prefer)