--- title: Try These Popular Summer Berry Flavor Combos description: We're here to give you three berry combination recipes that you must try this summer! 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Gather with friends, and enjoy these berry good pairings that are meant to be shared. ## Berries and Cheese A [berry and cheese platter](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/friendsgiving-berry-and-cheese-platter) makes an ideal gathering point for hungry friends! Filled with sweet, juicy [California Giant berries](http://calgiant.com/) and blocks of classic salty cheeses, this cheese platter can be easily customized for groups of all sizes. [![berry and cheese board](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/berry%20and%20cheese%20platter-%20250x250.jpg?width=400&name=berry%20and%20cheese%20platter-%20250x250.jpg)](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/friendsgiving-berry-and-cheese-platter) ### Pro Tip: Charcuterie boards are all the rage right now. Get creative with the presentation of this cheese board by adding fresh figs, crackers, and go-to charcuterie bites, such as olives, mixed nuts, or prosciutto. Add a small jar for honey to drizzle on blocks of cheese for an irresistible sweet and salty combo! ## Berries and Watermelon Simple and colorful [poolside skewers](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/berry-and-watermelon-poolside-skewers) are naturally sweet and easy to share, making them a great option for a pool party with friends. To make these delicious snacks, arrange sweet [strawberries](http://calgiant.com/strawberries), [blackberries](http://calgiant.com/blackberries), and cubes of watermelon on a skewer, drizzle with lime juice, then top with lime zest and enjoy!   [![berry and watermelon skewers](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/berry%20skewers-1-817099-edited.jpg?width=400&name=berry%20skewers-1-817099-edited.jpg)](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/berry-and-watermelon-poolside-skewers) ### Pro Tip: For an extra layer of flavor, sprinkle with feta or goat cheese. Or, turn this into a quick berry and watermelon salad by skipping the skewers and serving in a cup! ## Strawberries and Cocktails Celebrate your closest friends by filling their glasses with a refreshing [Strawberry Tequila Rose](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/strawberry-tequila-rose). With 5 simple ingredients: sliced strawberries, lemon juice, agave nectar, tequila, and rose wine, this sweet berry drink might just become a year-round staple. ### [![Strawberry Tequila Rose Cocktail](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Strawberry%20Tequila%20Rose/Strawberry%20Tequila%20Rose%20(12).jpeg?width=400&name=Strawberry%20Tequila%20Rose%20(12).jpeg)](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/strawberry-tequila-rose) ### Pro Tip: For a tasty mocktail, replace the rose and tequila with ginger ale or a flavored seltzer.   *Which pairing are you going to try this week?*    Tags [summer](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/summer), [cocktail](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/cocktail), [drinks](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/drinks), [charcuterie](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/charcuterie) Posts you might enjoy... ![](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/4-Nov-29-2023-06-02-51-5343-PM.png?width=350&name=4-Nov-29-2023-06-02-51-5343-PM.png) [Host the Berry Sweetest Holiday Cookie Exchange](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/host-the-sweetest-holiday-cookie-exchange) ![](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(6)-2.png?width=350&name=Untitled%20design%20(6)-2.png) [Strawberries 101: Storage and Serving Success](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/strawberries-101) ![](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CalGiant_0621227592_Conv-1.jpg?width=350&name=CalGiant_0621227592_Conv-1.jpg) [Guest Blog: The Facts About Produce Nutrition & Safety](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/guest-blog-the-facts-about-produce-nutrition-safety) You might also enjoy... 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