Wine coolers, or wine spritzers as they are known in some areas, are a refreshing drink that makes the perfect beverage after a long, summer's day. Slightly carbonated, these festive drinks make the perfect compliment to any party or reception. Take a look below at the many different wine coolers you can make, and enjoy this special treat at your next celebration.

Orange Dream

This crisp and tangy recipe is the perfect refreshment for a summer's evening, sitting on the porch and relaxing with friends and family. To make these wine coolers, you will need a bottle of a light, white wine, such as a chardonnay; a pint tub of vanilla ice cream; and a two-liter bottle of orange soda. First, you must mix the wine and soda in a glass pitcher, as plastic or metal tend to taint the flavor of this treat. Finally, drop in the vanilla ice cream by spoonfuls, a little at a time, waiting for the fizz to subside after each addition. Refrigerate in between servings, to prevent ice cream from curdling.

Cran-Pineapple Fizzers

These tart wine coolers are great for any holiday festivities, and are especially nice for anyone trying to count calories. In a large punch bowl, mix a quart of cranberry juice, a quart of pineapple juice, a liter of ginger ale, and a bottle of your favorite white wine. This punch also works nicely if you use a rose, or blush, wine instead of the white. These wine coolers can be stored in your refrigerator for up to three days; so feel free to make ahead of time for your next holiday celebration.

Lemon Berry Sparklers

For a sweet, yet tangy addition to your beverage offerings, try these lemon berry wine coolers at your next dinner party. Simply mix a bottle of blackberry wine with a two liter bottle of lemon-lime soda for the perfect compliment to any meal (except breakfast). If you don't need to make a large amount at one time these wine coolers can be made by the glass, simply by adding equal amounts of wine and soda to a freshly chilled glass.

When it comes to wine coolers, you can create almost any flavor combination you could dream of. Experiment by changing the flavors of the wine and soda you choose to combine, and see what wonderful wine coolers you are able to create. When it comes to wine coolers, there is no right or wrong way to make them. Whatever flavors you choose to add to your combinations, you are sure to be able to create wonderful concoctions that will quickly become family favorites.