It's time to dust off the outdoor furniture, fire up the grill and get ready for a season of warm-weather fun. Statistics indicate that the spring and summer months are peak times for parties and other social functions. As this season gets into full swing, it's best to ready yourself for the entertaining you, too, will be doing. Set your event apart from the others with this tip:

Explore drink mixology: Light and refreshing beverages complement warm-weather parties, so have a variety of drinks on hand to appeal to the palette - from cocktails to non-alcoholic refreshment. Think unique when crafting drinks and move beyond the standard fare.

Molinari Sambuca Extra is a must-have for anyone's personal bar inventory because its versatility and distinctive taste works well in many settings - and the Sambuca recipe has remained virtually unchanged since its inception in 1945, by spirit purveyor Angelo Molinari. Today, Molinari Sambuca Extra is the primary choice of Sambuca lovers everywhere and is, by far, Italy's favorite. It can be especially versatile for summertime entertaining when mixed with seasonal berries and other refreshing ingredients to create innovative drinks. Here's a recipe to get you started.