Cold summertime cocktails. So hot right now. We're visiting the best, trendiest hotel bars to find you the tastiest summer cocktails in NYC. Not only have we got the photos, we've got the recipes -- directly from the bartenders -- so you can make them at home. Grab your martini glass and hit the deck, you're having a cocktail party.

First up, Jimmy at The James, New York.

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The Cartel, Jimmy at The James, New York

1 ½ oz Herradura Silver Tequila1 oz Canton Ginger Liqueur2 oz Pineapple JUICE½ Honey Syrup4 dash Peruvian Bitters

Build in tin, shake with ice, strain into rocks glass, garnish with pineapple wedge.

Pink Elephant, Jimmy at The James, New York

1 oz Sailor Jerry Rum1 oz Luxardo Ameretto½ oz Morlacco Cherry Liq1 bar spoon of Pomegranate molasses3 oz Coconut Milk(unsweetened).1/4 Lime Juice

Build in tin, shake with ice, strain into coup. No garnish.

Southern Gentleman, Jimmy at The James, New York

2 oz. Johnny Drum Bourbon1 oz Sweet Tea¾ oz Honey syrupMintGrilled Frozen Lemon Halves2 dash Orange Bitters

Chill rocks glass, in glass shaker muddle 6-7 mint leaves, build cocktail and stir with ice, fine strain into the chilled rocks glass, and garnish with two frozen grilled lemons and mint bouquet.

Afternoon Delight, Jimmy at The James, New York

1 oz St Germain Elderflower Liqueur3/4oz ZU Bison Grass Vodka2 oz Rose WineSplash of grapefruit

Build in wine glass, stir with ice, add a splash of soda, and garnish with a mint sprig.

Chanel No. 9, Jimmy at The James, New York

A blend of 9 different floral and botanical liqueurs delicately blended with champagne and “strawberry pearls”.

While Chanel No. 9 is so coveted that we were told the recipe and ingredients had to be kept secret, let us just tell you — it tastes as beautiful as it looks.