To kick off summer and get ready for 4th of July next week,we’re whipping up a cocktail (or two) inspired by some of our favorite beachesso we can sip by our prints for an instant getaway. Who’s with us? Our recent guide to the Hamptonshas definitely planted this destination firmly in our minds, and if we’re being honest, the newHamptons aerialsare really kicking that wanderlust into high gear. So, to hold us over until we can hop on a plane, we’ll be sipping on these 5 cocktails that are taking us away, even for a moment. Get the recipes below, and come away with us… Cheers!

1.MODERN MAI TAI WITH HIBISCUS & THYME

What better way to getaway to the islands than with a mai tai? We love this unique variation byWith Food + Lovethat incorporates floral notes for a modern take on the classic tropical drink. Get the recipeHERE.

2.PASSION FRUIT MOJITO

Passion fruit, native to Brazil, conjures the sounds of The Girl from Ipanema...

Tall and tan and young and lovely / The girl from Ipanema goes walking...

While strolling Ipanema Beach, she'll need a pretty cocktail just as much as a tasty one, so naturally she'll try this recipe byBoxwood Avenue. With all the best flavors—guava, pineapple, AND coconut—you really can’t go wrong with this one. (And with a nickname like “Paradise in a Glass” it’s pretty much a foolproof tropical getaway.) Get the recipeHERE.

3. THE PROSECO BEAUTY

Sip on this stunner under your white umbrella..and serve it on the The Starmint Umbrellas tray. Get the recipe HERE.

4.BOOZY WATERMELON COCONUT REFRESHER

Watch the Wategos Beach Surfer glide by while indulging in this beauiful cocktail.We, and the Aussies,like our cocktails boozy, refreshing, and aesthetically pleasing, and this recipe byA House in the Hillsis checking all the boxes! Not only will this recipe extend perfectly into summer, but it is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and tropical for a little getaway any day. Get the full recipeHEREand read up on a full Travel Guide from Gray, look no further than right HERE.

5. The Hamptons Bloody Mary

After a rough day at Two Mile Hollow beach, you will have certainly earned a delicious Bloody Mary.

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Hamptons Magazine asserts that this is The Absolute Best Bloody Mary, so we're going to take their word for it! Want to learn about Gray's must stops on your Hamptons Road Trip, well HERE you go. Then, of course, to see more of Gray's beach aerials from around the world, it's only a click away. Happy sipping!

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Team GM