Seeking the perfect summer sundowner for eating al fresco? Read our drinks guide for sipping in the sunshine. 

<p>As the sun goes down and the barbecue fires up, make sure you’ve got the perfect patio pour in hand. Find that perfect aperitivo moment in a chilled glass of wine or refreshing gin and tonic. Keep the fridge suitably stocked with beer, cider and softs so you’re ready to fill up your cool box at a moment’s notice for an impromptu visit to the park or beach. To get you started, our resident expert, Clive Donaldson, has hand-picked a bounty of beverages to suit every occasion for the sunshine season – with taste-matched recipes to suit the season. Brace yourselves – new favourite tipple awaits!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>CANNED WINES</h2>
<p>For those long and lazy afternoons in the park or when you don’t want to pop open an entire bottle at home, enter canned wines – a convenient way to enjoy the drink. Wine is a later bloomer within the booze-in-cans phenomenon, but you can now get premium pours available in single serve measures for out-and-about sipping for wine aficionados.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This Spanish Airen from La Mancha is deliciously dry, crisp and sparkly, bound to make any moment extra special. For when you’re enjoying an evening in, this sparkling white from Nice Wines pairs beautifully with <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/moules-frites-with-cider-and-leeks?recipe_id=7f8324b2-2d4c-11ef-ba45-df7edf873d8c" target="_blank">moules frites</a>.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>A single-serve sparkler that’s the ideal partner to our rich and <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/spicy-baked-falafel?recipe_id=1d94a948-2957-11ef-ba45-8fa77b46e0c5" target="_blank">spicy falafel recipe</a>. This South African Pinot Grigio is bubbly and refreshing with notes of citrus in every sip.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>This full-bodied Italian white meets its match in our garlicky, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/garlic-mussel-tagliatelle-with-roasted-tomatoes?recipe_id=43d8f160-2d4c-11ef-ba45-f12b67956d34" target="_blank">mussel tagliatelle</a>, perfect for garden sipping. Enjoy the peach and apple notes chilled, but not ice cold. Salute!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p><a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/mini-wines/19-crimes-rose-187-ml/1000383224764?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_summer-drinks-guide&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">19 Crimes Rosé</a>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Looking to balance the spices of our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cobettes-with-sundried-tomato-chilli-butter?recipe_id=1b9fe9ba-27ea-11ef-ba45-cb4f6eb8d007" target="_blank">chilli-butter cobettes dish</a>? This vibrant pink, Australian wine from 19 Crimes does the job perfectly, with a refreshing acidity from a legion of summer fruits.</p></center>
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<h2>SUMMER WINES</h2>
<p>Sun-drenched days call for a fridge-ready refreshment, so keep your wine supply suitably stocked for those warm weather meet-ups. Find a bottle that fits the mood and has a flavour profile that brings balance to the dishes you’re serving at your barbecue or beach visit. Whether it’s a flute of fizz, a crisp white or a refreshing blush, bring something special to the table with our award-winning selection of wines at Asda.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As one of the best-known wines in the biz, Chardonnay has often been sidelined for newer grapes hitting the shelves. But it’s making something of a comeback this year – enter the Rosemount Estate Chardonnay, which brings bursts of sunshine to your glass with stone fruit qualities. Pair the subtly smoky oak in this Aussie white with our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/smoked-fish-pt-with-radish-orange-and-cucumber-salad?recipe_id=d9b0d59d-2d6b-11ef-ba45-2d85b94cad59" target="_blank">fish paté</a>, a dish that will really shine on your snack table when you’re hosting this summer.</p></center>
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<p>Summer is all about the return of rosé! Try Spain’s Monastrell, a red grape variety that makes a more complex, drier rosé with flavours of cherries, strawberries and herbs. This pale blush wine is robust enough to stand up to the punchy Mediterranean flavours of these <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/jumbo-prawn-and-chorizo-skewers?recipe_id=fd5b4e58-27e8-11ef-ba45-5bdc813224de" target="_blank">spicy prawn and chorizo skewers</a>, so keep a bottle in the fridge for your next barbecue.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>If you’re looking for the perfect party fizz, raise a toast with a chilled glass of this award-winning Prosecco. With peach blossom aromas, each sip from this Italian gem brings a subtle sweetness from intense pear and apple flavours. A flute of Fillipo Sansovino makes an excellent aperitif for our zingy <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/jerk-pork-with-green-rice?recipe_id=b8d8efbc-2d6b-11ef-ba45-49f0394d5511" target="_blank">jerk pork dish</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></center>
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<h2>BEER AND CIDER</h2>
<p>When your tastebuds call out for something instantly refreshing, crack open a can of beer or cider to quench your thirst. It’s not just about lager anymore; beer lovers can bask the hoppy havens of citrussy IPAs, rich stouts and pale ales. Cider fans have ample choice too with fruity flavours that go beyond the humble apple. Hosting a barbecue? Browse our aisles to find a selection of beverages along with plenty of booze-free options to choose if you seek that same great taste without the consequences the next day.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Crisp and dry with subtle hints of Italian orange, summer officially starts with the hiss of the bottle cap. The malty sweetness of this lager balances beautifully with the slightly bitter hops to bring a refreshing, clean-tasting finish that team well with our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/new-york-smoky?recipe_id=f7ec9423-27e7-11ef-ba45-a7f006a96d25" target="_blank">New York smoky hotdog</a>.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>What to drink with traditional pub grub, like our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/the-ploughmans-classic?recipe_id=a02f2ef2-27e7-11ef-ba45-c520c5e929b9" target="_blank">ploughman’s classic hotdog</a>? This citrussy hops beer from Italy is unfiltered and slightly hazy in colour. It has notes of pine, with subtle sea-salty undertones for a full-flavoured refreshment.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>Swedish brand Kopparberg offer a booze-free version of their popular apple cider flavour, with sweet strawberries and a hint of lime. We all know chicken and cider are old friends, so it’ll come as no surprise that this no-alcohol drink and our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chicken-red-pesto-sausage-rolls?recipe_id=f0008baf-2d6c-11ef-ba45-e1bfd3ae17e8" target="_blank">chicken sausage rolls</a> will make for a happy picnic.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>This Somerset cider mash-up combines pear and apple in one delicious drink. Born at Glastonbury festival in 1995, Brothers boasts a new era of cider making with its natural fruit flavours and reduced sugar. Try with the <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pork-banh-mi-burger?recipe_id=700ef925-27e8-11ef-ba45-83eaabc1f597" target="_blank">bánh mì burger</a> – pork and apple are a winning match.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<h2>CANNED COCKTAILS</h2>
<p>We don’t always have the time to be fussing over cocktail shakers and scrambling together tonnes of ingredients – your new summer sundowner comes in a can! These portable, grab-and-go cocktails will be your summer savour at garden parties and barbecues. No more lugging around loads of bottles; just pop a couple into your bag and you’re ready to go.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Our in-house, pre-mixed cans are ideal for barbecues, available in multipacks. The spiced rum that’s topped up with cola will go well with the pineapple in our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/tropical-rice-and-bean-salad?recipe_id=5e8733fb-27fe-11ef-ba45-ab747c40136b" target="_blank">tropical rice and bean salad recipe</a>.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>Expertly blended, triple-distilled vodka is mixed with soda and tangy lime This is a mega light tipple to sup with the fiery, Mexican-inspired flavours in our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/chopped-chicken-salad-tortilla-bowl?recipe_id=cfb2dfe3-27cd-11ef-ba45-e9dd422462e6" target="_blank">chicken salad tortilla bowls</a>.</p></center>
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<p>Gin experts, Gordon’s, brings a 0% alcohol free spirit and tonic that gives the bold, juniper-led taste you know and love. Sold in a multipack, this is best enjoyed chilled from the can or poured over ice with a slice of lime. Pair with the <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/feta-halloumi-salad/asda-herby-halloumi-grills-225-g/1000383225491?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_summer-drinks-guide&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">Asda Halloumi Grills</a>; the botanics and citrus are a great match with the herby, chilli dressing.&nbsp;</p></center>
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<p>Fruit fans will love the raspberry and lemon flavours of this vodka-based drink. Quaff this bold drink with <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/flavoured-chicken/asda-sticky-sweet-chilli-chicken-thighs-drumsticks-700-g/1000383221252?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_summer-drinks-guide&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">Asda Chicken Drumsticks and Thighs</a> drenched in a sweet chilli marinade.</p></center>
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<p>Stay nice and refreshed during those warmer months with our fantastic range of summer drinks. Shop alcoholic and booze-free beverages at <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_summer-drinks-guide&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">Asda.com</a> or find <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/" target="_blank">your nearest store</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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