Lately it seems anywhere you look, social media is abuzz with artful cocktail photos tagged poolside, at a favorite rooftop happy hour spot, or even kicking off a Friday night at home with friends. That’s because more than half of us (51 percent) admit to sharing photos of our drinks on social media!

According to a survey conducted by Sauza Tequila:

We are far more likely to share a cocktail photo to celebrate an occasion (63 percent) than to make others jealous (14 percent)

·         However, more than twice as many men as women (20 percent vs. 9 percent) admit their motivation is to evoke envy amongst their friends or followers.

So, what’s the trick to taking the “pitcher perfect picture?” Here’s a few pro-tips from photographer, Michelle Yam to try on your smartphone using #SauzaPitcherPics:

Play with focus and depth. Capture the large depth of field in landscape photos! Use the tilt-shift function on the Instagram toolbar to blur out your surroundings with ease

The view from above: The beauty of the cocktail is in the details! Take an aerial close-up to highlight the garnishes or glassware.

Capture the journey: Show appreciation for your drink and shoot the cocktail prep action! Capture shakers and garnishes to add different textures and colors to your photo.

Embrace color: Brag about a beautiful and unique environment! Experiment with different shots to incorporate the various colors. Use the ground or ledge as a neutral backdrop.

Try out these tips with the Sauza Tequila cocktail recipes below and cheers to the summer season!

Sauza Cucumber Chili Rita (Serves 8)
·         2 cups Sauza Cucumber Chili Tequila
·         1 cup DeKuyper Triple Sec Liqueur
·         2 cups fresh lemon sour
·         Juice of 6 whole limes
·         Slices of limes for garnish (optional) 

Preparation: Add ingredients to an ice-filled pitcher. Add sliced limes and stir. Enjoy!

Sauza Strawberry Margarita (Serves 9)

·         1½ cups Sauza Signature Blue Silver Tequila
·         ½ cup DeKuyper Triple Sec Liqueur
·         1 cup Pucker Strawberry Schnapps
·         3 cups sour mix
·         Sliced strawberries (optional)

Preparation: Add ingredients to an ice-filled pitcher. Add sliced strawberries, stir and enjoy!

Sauza-Rita (Serves 9)

·         1 can Sauza Signature Blue Reposado Tequila
·         1 bottle light beer
·         1 can frozen limeade
·         1 can water

Preparation: Pour limeade and beer into a pitcher with ice. Fill limeade can with Sauza® Blue Reposado and pour into pitcher. Finally, add a can of water, stir and enjoy!