As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, spring’s arrival is a promise that patio season is almost here in full force. Shake off those layers and raise a glass to sunnier days ahead with these six sippers, which certify that spring has indeed sprung.
Spruce Mojito
Patron Saint ($12)
Evergreen trees typically evoke thoughts of winter, but Patron Saint gives them warm-weather treatment with this new mojito, made with spruce-infused white rum, pine syrup, soda water, fresh lime and mint. 2915 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, patronsaintcle.com
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Key Lime pie
Pioneer ($12)
Have your pie and drink it, too. It’s made with clarified milk punch, Pinnacle whipped cream vodka and graham cracker on the rim. “It’s an old favorite,” says chief operating officer Nora O’Malley. 2407 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 216-998-5355, pioneercleveland.com
Purple Rain
M Bevy ($15)
This lilac-hued gin cocktail gets its vibrant color from butterfly pea tea, combined with Botanist Gin, lemon juice and herbaceous lavender bitters. We suggest sipping it while jamming out to Prince — obviously. 87 West St., Chagrin Falls, 440-600-7189, mbevy.com
Resting Beach Face
Thyme Table ($14)
It’s the beach classic — rum, Coco Lopez, coconut water, pineapple, lime, milk sugars — but the milk-washing process clarifies the cocktail, making it crystal clear. 583 Dover Center Road, Bay Village, 440-617-6964, thymextable.com
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John Daly
The Fairmount ($13)
Nothing is as refreshing as an Arnold Palmer — except a spiked version. This gets an upgrade with black tea-infused vodka and fresh-squeezed lemonade. It’s best on the patio in the sun. 2448 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland, 216-229-9463, thefairmount.net
The Less Yu Know the better
Char Whiskey Bar & Grille ($15)
This bright pink cocktail comes with an asymmetrical rim of edible flower petals that bring a burst of color. Light, fruity flavors of strawberry, lemon and rhubarb complement delicate Japanese whisky. 19337 Detroit Road, Rocky River,
216-712-4591, char-rockyriver.com
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