Summertime is the perfect time to take your cocktails outdoors. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening on the patio or throwing a backyard bash, outdoor cocktails are a great way to beat the heat. Here are a few tips for serving up drinks in the great outdoors.

Choose the right drinks. Not all cocktails are suited for outdoor drinking. Beers, wines, and light cocktails like mojitos or margaritas are all good options for outdoor drinking. Heavier cocktails like martinis or …