Summer’s winding down, but the glass isn’t empty yet. Long nights, warm air, last-minute hangs… You’ve still got a little runway left to mix something worth remembering.
Here’s the move: Barfly’s THC lemonades. At 101mg a bottle, these aren’t just crack-and-chug drinks. Think of them like mixers with teeth. Treat them like you would a strong spirit: measure, build, garnish, repeat. The right pour can turn a solo nightcap into a slow buzz, or a single bottle into a whole round for the crew.
Ahead are three easy mocktails: a frozen throwback, an elevated slow sip, and a crowd-pleaser punch. All of which can help you close out the season right.
1. The Deep Freeze
Some drinks just belong to summer. The slushie’s one of them. Cold, colorful, unapologetically fun—nothing cuts through a heatwave like blended ice and fruit.
It’s versatile too. Headed to the beach? Toss a batch in the cooler. Lake day? Easy. Post-mow reward? Even better. Boat weekend, rooftop hang, backyard chill, The Deep Freeze slides right into whatever your end-of-summer lineup looks like.
The Vibe
It’s a summer classic, leveled up. All the nostalgia of a corner-store slushie, but balanced, grown, and ready for the last hot nights of the season.
Build (Single Serving)
- 1 oz Barfly THC Lemonade (≈ 8mg THC — start here if you’re flying solo)
- 1 cup frozen fruit (mango with classic lemonade, strawberries + kiwis with fruit punch, blueberries with pink lemonade… you get the idea)
- Handful of ice for texture
- Splash of sparkling water if you want it lighter
- Fresh citrus juice to balance (optional)
Method
Blend until smooth, pour into a tall glass, and garnish with extra fruit. Keep it simple, or layer different lemonade flavors + fruits for a striped frozen drink that looks as good as it tastes.
Batch Version
Use the full 101mg bottle + 4–5 cups frozen fruit/ice. Yields about 10–12 servings at 8–12mg each, depending on pour size. Perfect for a beach cooler, lake weekend, or backyard party.
2. The Nightcap Neat
Not every drink has to scream summer vacation. Sometimes the best move is slow, steady, and a little more refined. The Nightcap Neat is built for those evenings where you’re leaning into conversation, music, or just winding down without knocking yourself out.
The Vibe
Think rooftop at golden hour, vinyl spinning in the living room, or a dinner party flex where you want to serve something impressive without breaking a sweat. This one’s less “brain freeze” and more “sip and settle.” It’s the closest you’ll get to a true cocktail experience without the booze.
Build (Single Serving)
- 1 oz Barfly Classic THC Lemonade (≈ 8mg THC — sip slow, it creeps up nicely)
- 1 oz non-alcoholic spirit (gin, tequila, or whatever’s in your bar cart)
- ½ oz fresh citrus juice (lemon or lime)
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters (non-alc, widely available)
- Large ice cube
- Citrus peel + rosemary sprig (garnish, optional)
Method
Add lemonade, spirit, citrus, and bitters to a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled, strain into a rocks glass over one big cube. Express a citrus peel over the top or drop in a sprig of rosemary for the bartender flourish.
Batch Version
Mix one full bottle of Barfly Lemonade with equal parts citrus juice and non-alc spirit in a pitcher. Add a few dashes of bitters, stir, and serve over large cubes. Great for a round of four to six without hovering over the shaker all night.
3. The 19th Hole
Every round of golf ends the same way: with a drink. The 19th Hole has always been less about the scorecard and more about kicking back after the game. This version flips the script with a THC spin on the classic iced tea + lemonade combo, built to share and perfect for whatever “back nine” your summer has in store.
The Vibe
Call it a clubhouse crowd-pleaser. It’s low-effort, refreshing, and hits best when you’ve got a group together: bonfires, tailgates, house parties, or yes, even after an actual round. Built in a pitcher, it keeps everyone in play without putting anyone out of commission.
Build (Batch Serving, ~10–12 pours)
- 1 full bottle Barfly THC Lemonade (101mg total THC)
- 3 cups brewed iced tea (herbal, black, or green, your call)
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 cup citrus slices (lemons, limes, oranges)
- A handful of fresh mint
- Ice to fill
Method
Add sugar to hot tea and stir to dissolve. Add tea and other ingredients to a large pitcher, stir well, and pack with ice. Serve in smaller cups over fresh cubes. Each pour lands around 8–12mg THC depending on size.
Single Serving Option
Scale it down: 1 oz Barfly Lemonade, 4 oz iced tea, a squeeze of citrus, and a sprig of mint over ice. Same vibe, just your own personal clubhouse moment.
Pro Tips from Behind the Bar
Mocktails look easy, but a few smart moves can make the difference between a good pour and a great one.
Respect the Pour
Barfly Lemonades pack 101mg per bottle. That’s not a casual “crack and sip” dose. Treat it like a strong spirit: measure your ounces, pace yourself, and know your crowd. A single ounce (~8mg THC) is a sweet spot for most people, especially when you’re mixing into batches.
Balance Your Flavors
Think like a bartender. If you’re running classic lemonade, pair it with tropical fruits like mango or pineapple. Fruit Punch loves strawberries and kiwi. Pink Lemonade shines with berries or even herbs like basil. Layering flavors isn’t just about taste, it’s about building a drink that feels intentional.
Ice Is Your Friend
Don’t sleep on dilution. Blended or stirred, ice keeps things cold, stretches out the pour, and makes dosing easier to handle. Warm lemonade plus THC? Hard pass.
Batch Smarter
Hosting? Use the full bottle. Split it across 10–12 pours and you’ve got an easy, shareable cocktail everyone can sip without overdoing it. Solo night? Scale down. No need to commit to the full 101mg unless you’ve got time to ride it out.
Keep It Chill
Store your bottles cold, shake before pouring, and keep extras on ice if you’re serving a crowd. THC drinks are at their best fresh, and you’ll taste the difference.
Final Thoughts
Summer nights don’t need booze to feel full. With the right pour, the right fruit, and a little THC in the mix, you’ve got everything you need to keep the ritual alive and the vibe dialed in.
Barfly’s THC Lemonades were built for this. Strong enough to split, smooth enough to sip, and versatile enough to show up in whatever glass you’re holding, whether it’s a frozen treat on the porch, a slow pour over ice, or a pitcher built for the whole crew.
Mocktails aren’t the backup plan anymore, they’re the blueprint. And with THC in the mix, they’re not just keeping up with the party, they’re leading it. So grab a bottle, grab some fruit, and finish summer the way it should be: glass in hand, tomorrow still intact.