The Most Refreshing 4th of July Drinks to Make This Year — And All Summer
I'll have a red, white, and blue spritzer, please!
Beat the summer heat with refreshing 4th of July drinks during the long holiday weekend. If you're hosting a backyard cookout with friends and family, you’ll want to add one of these thirst-quenching beverages to your menu–stat! You really can’t go wrong with whipping up a classic margarita, a red, white, and blue spritzer, or a fruity agua fresca to get the party going. Pair these drinks with a tasty Fourth of July appetizer as you wait for the burgers to come off the grill, and you're bound to kick off the holiday in the best way!
Red, White, and Blue Granitas
Does it get more festive than this? Ready in just 30 minutes, you can serve this as a mocktail, or add some liquor, like flavor vodka, to the mix.
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Pickle Micheladas
Give your michelada a new twist by adding pickle juice and a splash of hot sauce for a little extra tang!
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Spicy Piña Coladas
Add a little kick to your classic poolside piña colada cocktail by taking it up a notch with serrano-infused rum.
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Lemonade with Iced Tea Cubes
It doesn't get more refreshing than this unique take on the Arnold Palmer. Lemonade + frozen black tea + mint = something you'll want to sip all summer long.
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Spicy Margarita
You can't go wrong with tequila, fresh lime juice, and homemade sriracha syrup.
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Aperol Spritz Granita
Aperol Spritzes are basically meant to be sipped while enjoying the summer sunshine. This version of it stays perfectly cold even in the sun, thanks to the shards of flaky citrus ice. Cheers!
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Star-Spangled Spritzer
Try a make-ahead mixed drink for the Fourth of July: Simply add raspberries muddled with sugar and lemon to your pitcher, then pop it into the fridge up to a day in advance.
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Honeydew Margarita and Watermelon Rum Punch
Light and fruity, you can enjoy these recipes all summer long. Both the tangy honeydew margarita and the sweet watermelon rum punch are equally refreshing served separately, but together, you have a warm-weather treat that will satisfy everyone's taste.
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Shirley Temple
You can't beat a classic! Serve up this sweet cherry and lime mocktail for a kid-friendly drink made for sippin' in the sun.
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Beer Cocktails
Quick and easy, these fun variations are perfect for party planning: Simply mix up your cocktail, refrigerate, then top with your ice-cold brew when ready to serve.
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Elderflower Gin Cocktail
Dry, herbal gin and sweet, floral elderflower liqueur are just meant to be together, like the 4th of July and fireworks!
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Passion Fruit Mai Tai
Passion fruit puree and ginger liqueur make this tropical cocktail a delicious addition to any summer party.
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Agua Fresca
This thirst-quenching Mexican drink is made from a combo of fruit blended with lime juice, a sweetener, and water—served over ice.
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Watermelon Keg
Cocktails feel a lot more special when served from a watermelon. Don't you think?
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Strawberry Meyer Lemon Spritz
Made with a bottle of sparkling wine, this cocktail embraces the celebratory spirit. It's the perfect light sipper for a day of grilling.
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Classic Fresh Lime Margarita
Nothing says summer like a fresh margarita made with top-notch tequila—whip up a pitcher of this classic version to keep the party going.
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