Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Three mixed drinks with a cucumber garnish - Nelea Reazanteva/Getty Images From a zesty margarita to a classic gin and tonic, ...

As temperatures climb and outdoor gatherings fill the calendar, summer beverages take center stage as a way to cool off and refresh. From garden parties to backyard barbecues, the right drink adds a ...

Use a vegetable peeler to peel wide strips of zest from 1 of the lemons. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, ½ cup of water, ginger and lemon zest strips, and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.

From a zesty margarita to a classic gin and tonic, cucumbers go well with a slew of mixed drinks. Chances are you've seen the veggie cut into ribbons or spears, but there is a better way to prep this ...