Another festive holiday is upon us and we’re here to quench your boozy thirst with some of our favorite cocktails. Whether you’re doing a staycation, attending a party, or having your own fete, we’ve got you covered for our picks of delicious festive cocktails.
Now that summer is officially in full swing, you can get started with a very festive bottle from SVEDKA Vodka. Their new limited edition Stars and Stripes bottle has a classic red, white and blue pattern that will add the perfect patriotic touch to your summer BBQ.
SVEDKA Vodka’s Party Edition Stars & Stripes Bottle
Available this summer for $19.99
From Firecracker cocktails to poolside punches, the super smooth 80-Proof vodka has everything you need to make this holiday weekend one to remember!
SVEDKA Firecracker
Ingredients:
1 1/2 parts SVEDKA Vodka
1 part watermelon schnapps
1/2 part cranberry juice
1/2 part lemon juice
1/2 part simple syrup
1/4 part blue curaçao
soda water
Instructions:
Build in the glass. Add watermelon schnapps and cranberry juice over ice, then carefully add lemon, simple syrup, and SVEDKA as to layer the white layer, then VERY carefully layer the blue Curacao to create the color separation, and gently top with soda. Garnish with fresh watermelon pieces.
SVEDKA’s American Dream Punch
Ingredients:
2 parts SVEDKA Vodka
1/2 part Orange Curacao
1/2 part simple syrup
1 part fresh lime juice
Dash of grenadine
Instructions:
Combine ingredients in a pitcher and top with ice. Garnish with blackberries and mint.
If you’re looking to add bourbon or flavored vodka to your festive libations, try these:
Red, White & Bluegrass State
Nothing is more Americana than America’s native spirit – bourbon! Raise a glass this 4th with a bit of the good stuff: Maker’s Mark.
2 parts Maker’s Mark Bourbon
2–3 large blackberries
½ part raspberry liqueur
2 parts ginger ale
Muddle 2 or 3 large blackberries in an Old Fashioned glass with a splash of raspberry liqueur. Add in equal parts Maker’s Mark® Bourbon and ginger ale. Stir gently. Top off with ice
A Fiery Ménage
By Niccole Trzaska of The Liberty, NYC, NY
Show your pride this Independence Day with this mouthwatering mix of fresh ingredients and gluten-free California-made vodka.
1 ½ parts Ménage à Trois Triple Berry Vodka
¼ part cinnamon simple syrup
½ part lemon juice
¼ part wild berry syrup
5 parts dry sparkling wine (such as Ménage à Trois Prosecco)
Add all ingredients over ice. Shake and strain into a champagne flute, top with Champagne.
Blueberry 46 Sparkler
Salute your stars & stripes with this refreshing blueberry & bourbon sparkling cocktail!
2 parts Maker’s 46™ Bourbon
1 part St. Germain
10 fresh blueberries
Splash of club soda
Muddle the St. Germain and blueberries together in a glass. Add ice and the Maker’s 46™. Shake vigorously for 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled rocks glass and top with splash of soda.
Strawberry Firecracker
Created by John Henderson, The Happiest Hour, NYC
This sweet & bubbly concoction adds an exotic island flair to any beach bound fireworks celebration.
1 ½ parts Sugar Island Coconut
1-2 strawberries
½ part fresh lime juice
1-2 packets of your choice of sugar substitute
Splash of ginger ale or ginger beer
Muddle sweetener and strawberries together; add lime, rum and ice. Shake and strain into a tall glass with ice. Top with a splash of ginger ale (diet optional) or ginger beer. Garnish with half a strawberry on the rim of the glass.
Pinnacle Vodka, has put together a festive video, demonstrating how you can make their 4th of July Star Spangled Spritzer.
Happy 4th and be cheers tforcelebrating two things we love – our cocktails and our country.
Always Remember to Drink Responsibly!