It doesn’t get much closer to the Pacific Ocean than this Malibu restaurant’s sundeck. Dishes such as Dungeness crab cake and spaghetti scampi dot the menu and the drinks are all waterfront ready, like the Strawberry Fields — a just sweet enough mix of Grey Goose Essences Strawberry and Lemongrass with a touch of lemon. The cocktail works just as well at brunch as it does at sunset when nature puts on the best show in the house.

As much a cocktail bar as a neighborhood sports bar, this Woodland Hills spot ticks a lot of boxes. Quality drinks, solid New York-style pizzas, a good-times vibe, and a breezy outdoor space that is ideal for hot nights are a few of its strong points. The Grey Goose Moscow Mule makes for a perfect patio-sipping beverage, whether with Grey Goose Original or one of the Essences flavors — Strawberry &Lemongrass, Watermelon & Basil, or White Peach & Rosemary.

This third floor rooftop bar and restaurant overlooking Santa Monica beach is an ideal place to say hello to summer in relaxed, bohemian style. Drinks run from well-executed classics, like the Cosmopolitan made with Grey Goose Original, to twists on favorites, like the herbaceous Westside Mule made with Grey Goose Essences White Peach & Rosemary. It goes all the better with a coastal Italian menu that’s filled with everything from squid ink pasta with Dungeness crab to pizzas topped with soppressata.

With the sands of Playa Del Rey just steps away, it’s harder to imagine a more beachy vibe than at this spot’s four different spaces — King Beach, Dockside, Grain, and Small Batch. Dockside’s patio is the best spot in the house, especially if you can nab one of the seats by a fire pit. The seafood-focused menu (lobster roll, fish tacos, squid ink bucatini) pairs well with Playa Provisions’ Surfin’ Seltzer, a mix of its house seltzer and whichever Grey Goose Essences flavors is on rotation. Or, turn up the heat with the Del Rey, a mix of tequila, Grey Goose vodka, cucumber, lime, and agave.

Buttermilk pancakes for brunch, street tacos for a late-afternoon bite, or perhaps a lobster roll for dinner? They all go better with the Meyer Lemon Drop at this Santa Monica spot with a killer patio that sits across from the Santa Monica Airport. Watch colorful vintage planes take off and land as you sip a mix of Grey Goose Essences Strawberry and Lemongrass, Meyer lemon juice, and simple syrup — served up with a sugar rim. The family-friendly venue extends its welcome to dogs, a perk for canines who need some rest after running around at the nearby dog park.

As envisioned by Grammy-winning Herb Alpert, this Beverly Glen jazz bar and restaurant hits all the right notes, especially in its outdoor setting under the stars. The cocktails come out of  a converted Airstream. Order the Love Potion No. 9, a just-right mix of Grey Goose Essences White Peach & Rosemary, agave, lemon juice, and club soda.

Is it really summer until you’ve had drinks on the patio just steps from the sands of Hermosa Beach? There’s plenty of people-watching to be had at this Mexican restaurant — but make sure not to miss the homemade flour tortillas served with honey butter and salsas or any of the fresh seafood on the menu. Wash it all down with the La Rosa, a refreshing mix of Grey Goose Essences Strawberry & Lemongrass, lime juice and Jarritos with Tajín and salt and pepper on the rim.

Who needs a trip to the desert when you’ve got this mid-century modern oasis right in LA? That’s the appeal of this Studio City hang where you can munch on deep-fried pickles, dip into mac and cheese, or indulge in brunch — all in the outdoor dining area with plenty of picnic tables and umbrellas and a projector for movie or sports nights. To wash it all down, there’s the Lemongrass Is Always Greener, a refreshing concoction of Grey Goose Essences Strawberry & Lemongrass vodka, chile liqueur, Thai shrub, strawberry, and lemon.

It doesn’t get any more LA in the summer than slurping frosé on the wraparound patio at this popular West Hollywood gay bar. Here the Grey Goose Peach Frosé sets the mood for a hot night to come — and it’s a nice opener for a bar menu full of favorites, from wings to wraps to sandwiches. The bar is welcoming to all, and even has a few pup-friendly menu items on the patio.

Employees Only takes the party outside with the Summer Social Club,  a series of pop-ups  featuring food like barbecue and roti from nearby spots — and, of course, drinks from the always on-point bar. Artificial turf, umbrellas, and a couple of palm trees turn the little slice of West Hollywood into an outdoor drinking haven. Ask the mixologists to whip up the vodka-based Amelia with blackberries, elderflower, lemon juice, and mint — get it with your choice of Grey Goose Essences flavors to make it extra special.

This Italian restaurant and bar at the Grove retail complex provides the perfect outdoor perch for refueling with a drink and a bite. Take in the Grove’s vibrant pedestrian scene on the patio with the Piazza Pizzaz cocktail. The simple yet refreshing spritzer is a combo of Grey Goose Essences Watermelon and Basil, simple syrup, and soda water. It plays well with the menu of sophisticated Italian fare with dishes like a caprese salad or squid ink pasta with seafood.

Plenty of outdoor courtyard seating makes this Crenshaw Boulevard gem the place to be on a balmy LA day (or night). Order a round of Hot Summer Nights, balanced with Grey Goose Essences Watermelon & Basil vodka, ginger syrup, watermelon liqueur, and fresh orange juice — it’s theatrically topped with a melon liqueur float. The menu is solid, from chicken and waffles at brunch to Cajun shrimp fettuccine for dinner. Don’t leave without the signature District Buttercake, topped with vanilla ice cream and blueberry compote.

This Hollywood sports bar nails outdoor drinking and dining with an inviting astroturfed space, complete with outdoor TVs so you won’t miss a second of the game. At brunch, it’s all about  pitchers full of Spiked Lemonade, which get a peachy hint from Grey Goose Essences Peach & Rosemary, plus tang from fresh lemon juice, sweetness from agave, and a touch of soda water fizz. Or there’s the subtly sweet My Girl’s Not Hungry, a mix of Grey Goose Original, strawberry syrup and lemon. An ample menu of game day favorites runs from nachos to wings to a fried chicken sandwich, and other day drinking-friendly foods.

The expansive, 4,950-square-foot The Rooftop sits atop the seventh story of The Glenmark, a modern, boutique-style hotel in Glendale. Cocktails take cues from the fruits of summer, like the crisp Watermelon and Basil Martini with Grey Goose Essences Watermelon & Basil, lime juice, simple syrup, a splash of cranberry juice, and a basil leaf garnish. You’ll find light but creative nibbles like yellowtail tostadas and chicken skewers, and Friday and Saturday night sushi.