Summer definitely has a taste: cool, sweet, refreshing and a little indulgent. Honestly – is there anything that tastes as good as summer?! Whether you're throwing a party or treating the family to something special, you'll find just the right recipe for your summer state of mind. From rum punch to homemade ice cream, it's all delicious and all blissfully cool.

Refreshing, unique and delicious – we're talking a slice of Key Lime heaven on a stick! Kara's Party Ideas whipped up a batch for a summer birthday party, but honestly, they'd be perfect for any occasion...or for no special reason at all.
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When the temperature starts to climb, a good way to beat the heat is with lemonade...pie. That's right! This Raspberry Lemonade Pie from My Name is Snickerdoodle is a cool, refreshing treat for your tastebuds, and the best part? You won't have to use your stove or oven.
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This Pineapple Rum Punch from Living Locurto is like summer in a drink dispenser. Layers of color plus an infusion of fruit flavor (and oh, yeah – coconut rum and peach schnapps) make this summer drink pretty to look at – and it goes down pretty easy, too.
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This summer goodness from Living Locurto is like two yummy treats rolled into one – no churn ice cream that tastes like a piña colada. And guess what else? You make it in a pineapple. IN. A. PINEAPPLE you guys! You can also make it with coconut rum OR coconut flavoring so you'll make everyone happy.
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Even though these soda floats from Confetti Sunshine are red, white and blue, you can enjoy them any old time at all (but they ARE especially cool for the 4th of July)! Grab some red and blue soda, vanilla ice cream, cherries, and of course whipped cream and sprinkles and let the deliciousness begin.
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