Whether you’re hosting a party or just relaxing after a long day at work, there is nothing better than cooling down with a refreshing cocktail. If mixology is not your strong suit, however, a lot of mixed drink recipes may leave you shaken, not stirred. Today we’re here to alleviate your fears with 18 deliciously simple cocktails that use only 3 or 4 ingredients.

1. Margarita | 2. The Bees Knees | 3. Negroni
4. Gin Buck | 5. Tequila Sunrise| 6. Mint Julep
7. Moscow Mule | 8. Old Fashioned | 9. Grapefruit Cocktail

10. Caipirinha | 11. Porch Crawler | 12. Whiskey Sour
13. Mai Tai | 14. Blackberry Mojito| 15. Blueberry Lemonade
16. Paloma | 17. Pineapple Hemingway Daiquiri| 18. Cuba Libre

If you’re looking for some non-alcoholic drinks, check out this post!

Have a wonderful weekend, everyone! Stay cool!