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August Fades, but Summer Stays
August drifts away like a stage dimming after a dazzling performance. Summer still shines with golden light, yet there’s already a fragrance of change in the air. That’s why the final days of summer are the perfect time for a little celebration: gather friends, set up an open-air bar, and welcome the August evening with the clinking of glasses. These moments always carry a touch of magic—as if every sip turns into a memory that will stay with us for a long time.
In August, cocktails take on a special meaning: they become symbols of summer itself. The freshness of mint recalls barefoot walks through morning dew, sparkling citrus captures the breath of the sun, and sweet fruits seem eager to slip into a glass to share their ripe, juicy story. It’s a feast of taste, color, and aroma that celebrates the fullness of life.
And when August bids farewell, we do not see it off with sadness but with joyful toasts. For summer never truly disappears—it lingers in the colors of cocktails, in warm conversations till dawn, in dances under the stars. The last sip of summer is an invitation to smile and greet autumn with a glass in hand, filled with light, joy, and warmth.
Gold in the Glass, or an August Tale
As the August sky slowly darkens, filling with the first glow of stars and the gentle evening breeze, one wishes to preserve that warmth and coziness in a glass. That’s the perfect moment to craft a cocktail that not only warms the soul but also adorns the last warm days — the “August Star” — a drink that can fulfill every craving of the heart.
Ingredients:
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30 ml Brandbar Strawberry Liqueur: sweet berry delight reminiscent of summer markets and sunshine;
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20 ml Brandbar Triple Sec: a bright citrus note for extra freshness;
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10 ml Brandbar Mint Syrup: a refreshing touch for a cool finish;
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40 ml fresh lemon or lime juice: a gentle tartness to balance the flavors;
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Ice cubes: to chill the August evening;
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A thin strawberry slice or mint sprig for an aesthetic finish.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, then add all ingredients—liqueurs, juice, and syrup. Shake well for 10–15 seconds until chilled and slightly frothy. Strain into a chilled glass (with or without ice, depending on mood). Garnish with a strawberry slice or mint sprig.
The strawberry sweetness of August Star blends beautifully with the citrus sparkle of Triple Sec, while mint freshness revives and brightens the aroma. Its light sweet-and-sour harmony captures summer’s farewell moment and preserves it in every drop.
August Star feels like summer’s gentle parting kiss; each sip like the first crisp breath of autumn air, still holding the warmth of the sun. Enjoy it under the quiet whisper of the evening sky, and let this cocktail become your personal symbol of summer’s end and autumn’s beginning.
Sweet Whisper of August
August knows how to be not only bright and juicy, but also tender, dreamy, almost velvety. These are evenings when the coolness is already in the air, yet the heart longs for comfort. In such moments, the perfect companion is a cocktail that wraps you in lightness and warmth—the “Sweet Whisper of August.”
Ingredients:
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30 ml Brandbar Via Lattea (or Spicy Vanilla) Liqueur: a soft creamy base with vanilla–milky notes;
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20 ml Bora Bora Coffee Liqueur: for depth and the aroma of fresh-brewed coffee;
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10 ml Brandbar Caramel Syrup: a delicate sweet note reminiscent of a warm dessert;
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40 ml chilled cream or full-fat milk;
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Ice cubes;
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Grated chocolate or a pinch of cinnamon for garnish.
Preparation: In a shaker, mix the liqueurs, cream, and ice. Shake well until smooth and creamy. Strain into a chilled old-fashioned glass or a short goblet. Garnish with grated chocolate or a soft dusting of cinnamon.
The creaminess of Via Lattea or the piquant sweetness of Spicy Vanilla create a gentle body, coffee adds depth, while caramel provides a soft accent. Together, they recall a dessert-like August evening, when candlelight reflects in glasses.
Sweet Whisper of August is a sip of coziness—like a tender conversation under a blanket, when evenings stretch long but still carry summer’s lightness. It’s a balance of calm and pleasure, a reminder that summer can be farewelled not only with loud parties but also with quiet, warm moments.
Sunburst of August
Summer never leaves without a flourish. In August, it gives us the last warm evenings, where each sunset explodes with color. This spirit lives in the cocktail “Sunburst of August”—a drink that unites citrus freshness, gentle effervescence, and the hues of ripe fruits.
Ingredients:
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25 ml Brandbar Peach Liqueur: the juicy softness of ripe peach;
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20 ml Brandbar Triple Sec: a sparkling citrus accent;
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10 ml Brandbar Passion Fruit Syrup: exotic sweet-and-sour brightness;
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80 ml fresh orange juice: the essence of summer;
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Sparkling wine or Prosecco: for a final sunlit touch;
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Ice cubes;
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An orange slice or peach wedge for garnish.
Preparation: In a shaker with ice, pour the liqueurs, syrup, and orange juice. Shake well for 10–12 seconds until the flavors blend in bright harmony. Strain into a tall glass (highball) filled with ice. Top with sparkling wine for lightness and festivity. Garnish with orange or peach.
Every sip reveals juicy peach, a citrus spark, and the exotic hint of passion fruit. The sparkling wine adds lightness—like the sun flaring once more before setting beyond the horizon.
Sunburst of August is a cocktail for terrace parties, for laughter and toasts, for dancing under open skies. It was made to see summer off brightly, with sparkle in the glass and glow on friends’ faces.
Farewell Toast to August
Every summer has its rhythm, its melody, its taste. August sounds different from the first two months—it is quieter, fuller, more mature. Its sips are like warm honey spreading through the evening air. And cocktails become those small charms that let us keep its flavor just a little longer.
In our glasses we hold not just drinks, but entire stories. In August Star—memories of sweet berries and citrus breeze. In Sweet Whisper of August—the tenderness of an evening when candlelight reflects in creamy shades of glass. And in Sunburst of August—the sparkle without which no summer farewell feels complete: festive, colorful, filled with joy and laughter. Together they create a palette where the last days of summer preserve their magic.
So let us raise our glasses to August—to its warmth, its colors, its memories. May every sip be not only a drink but a reminder that summer always lives within us—in friends’ smiles, in the glow of streetlights, in the taste of ripe fruits, and in quiet conversations under the stars. And even when autumn arrives, August will remain with us—in glasses, in our hearts, in our memories.