10 Refreshing 4th of July Drink Recipes to Spark Your Celebration
With the 4th of July being right around the corner, we’re here to spice up not only your wardrobe, but your tasting menu. We have compiled a sizable list of drinks, cocktails, and mocktails for you and your kids to celebrate with this summer. Let the drinking…begin!
1. Red White And Blue Daiquiri
This drink is a bit more complicated but equally as good, don’t worry. In the spirit of 4th of July, we decided it was a must to have a red, white, and blue drink on the list so here you go! Here’s what you’ll need: rum, blue curaçao, strawberry puree, lime juice, ice, simple syrup, and any garnish you deem fitting. To make it red, white, and blue themed, you’ll need to split up the ingredients by color. First the strawberry puree, rum, and lime juice, then repeat but switch out the strawberry for the blue curaçao, and lastly switch out the curaçao for simple syrup. Layer it up and you’ll have the coolest drink at the BBQ.
2. Michelada
A fun twist on a bloody mary, this Mexican beer cocktail is the perfect drink for a mix of refreshing and savory. Made with beer, lime juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and a splash of tomato or Clamato juice. This is the perfect drink for a 4th with your friends, mix them up by the pool and your guests will be happy.
3. Watermelon Lemonade Slushie
This one is super easy and kid friendly! All you need is to cut up some watermelon, throw in some water and strawberry lemonade and get that mixer fired up. Whether you want to throw in a splash of alcohol is up to you, but don’t worry these will be a fan favorite either way!
4. Mojito
Another great drink to add to the list, although this one is a bit harder to throw together. You’ll need fresh mint, white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and club soda (or sparkling water). First, you have to muddle your mint, then add all the ingredients and shake. Lastly, strain it and you’ll have the perfect refreshing drink for your afternoon BBQ!
5. Blue Lagoon Cocktails
Back at it with the curaçao, this drink is perfect for your 4th of July patriotism! All you need to grab is vodka, blue curaçao, lemonade, and for garnish a lemon wheel or maraschino cherry will do the job! This one is great for the kids as well, all you need to do is switch out the vodka for some club soda and your kids will love you just as much as the adults do!
6. Moscow Mule
Moscow Mules are super easy! All you need are three ingredients: vodka, ginger beer, and a fresh lime. Moscow mules are typically served in copper mugs, making them seem extra cold and refreshing. While the copper mugs aren’t a necessity, they do add that extra zap of freshness to your drink!
7. Chelada
These are perfect for a summery day outside when you’re in need of a fun refreshing drink! For this you’ll need to grab a beer, lime juice, and salt! All you have to do is throw the ingredients into a shaker, shake it up and it’s ready to be served!
8. Jello Shots
These are easy and iconic, all you need is water, vodka, and jello mix (duh). Get your favorite jello mix with the perfect coloring and flavor, mix it up, freeze it, and bam you have the perfect treat to spice up your day. Have fun and get rowdy with your friends and your jello shots this 4th of July!
9. Margarita Popsicles
While margaritas never fail, let's shake it up and add a little fun to this tried and true recipe list. You'll need fresh lime, sweetened condensed milk, water, tequila, orange juice, and salt. Once everything is mixed together, pour the drink into dixie cups and pop in a popsicle stick. Let it freeze, and you’ll be the most popular host ever!
10. Wine Sparklers
For our final drink on the list, another summer classic, a wine sparkler is a fan favorite and a festive holiday drink! You’ll need some cut up watermelon, blueberries, chilled white wine, and some chilled lemon lime soda. Mix it up and you'll have the perfect light summery drink!
This summer spice up your drinks list with 10 great recipes that are perfect for a hot day outside! Throw in a little patriotism for the upcoming 4th of July and you’ll have the best BBQ on your street! Let us know if these drink recipes spice up your 4th of July the way you want them to.