1Firecracker Sangria
Becky Luigart-Stayner 2Paloma Cocktail
Gilberto Villasana//Getty ImagesThis classic Mexican mixer—just tequila and grapefruit soda—is everything you want in a summer drink: easy to make, easy to drink, and very refreshing.
Get the recipe for Paloma Cocktail.
3Sailor's Warning Cocktail
Becky Luigart-StaynerThis fun take on the classic Tequila Sunrise recalls that old adage about sailors being wary of red skies at dawn. And we'd concur: This is definitely a better drink for the evening hours.
Get the recipe for Sailor's Warning Cocktail.
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4Watermelon Amaro Pops
Ren Fuller 5Whiskey River Cocktail
Becky Luigart-Stayner 6Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned
Becky Luigart-StaynerFor those who like their cocktails a little stiffer, try this upgrade to an old-fashioned. Keep the grill hot to caramelize some orange slices, toast a marshmallow or two, and you're good to go!
Get the recipe for Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned.
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7The Sunflower Cocktail
Becky Luigart-Stayner 8Cucumber and Mint Lemonade with Tequila
Becky Luigart-StaynerLemonade, that summer staple, is already far better when made with fresh lemons. Cucumber and mint take it up a notch by adding herbal deliciousness, while your favorite spicy tequila stiffens it into the ideal summer sipper. Mix up a double batch of this easy drink for your Fourth of July buffet!
Get the recipe for Cucumber and Mint Lemonade with Tequila.
9Rancharita Cocktail
Becky Luigart-StaynerThe ratio for this understated but elegant cocktail—two parts tequila to one part each cointreau, blood orange juice, and lime juice—is easy to scale for parties large or small. The flavor is absolutely stunning, and with a gorgeous ruby hue, this elixir can be the red in a red, white, and blue scheme.
Get the recipe for Rancharita Cocktail.
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10Pink Grapefruit Margaritas
Johnny MillerThere's a reason margaritas are such a classic drink. The balance is nearly perfect, and there's nothing better on a hot day. Balancing the tart lime with sweet, complex grapefruit juice only heightens their appeal.
Get the recipe for Pink Grapefruit Margaritas.
11Fish House Punch
Hector M. SanchezThis iced-tea upgrade is great as a July Fourth tipple, or just for any time you're relaxing and want a summer sipper with a bit of a kick.
Get the recipe for Fish House Punch.
12Mezcal Negroni
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13Spicy Watermelon Cocktail
William DickeyThis refreshing, spicy take on a margarita is like summer in a glass. A hollowed-out watermelon used as a serving pitcher will take your Fourth of July drinks table to the next level.
Get the recipe for Spicy Watermelon Cocktail.
14Spicy Michelada
Becky Luigart-StaynerJuly 4th cookouts are usually the provenance of beer, so what better than a Michelada? It's like a low ABV Bloody Mary, so you can keep sipping all afternoon.
Get the recipe for Spicy Michelada.
15The Old Man and the Sea Cocktail
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16Fresh Mint and Lemon Iced Tea (Nonalcoholic)
Becky Luigart-Stayner 17 Strawberry-Lemonade Punch (Nonalcoholic)
Linda PuglieseMaple syrup and fresh in-season strawberries sweeten this perfect-for-the-party punch. For a special Fourth of July garnish, decorate the glasses by cutting slices of watermelon or honeydew with a star-shaped cookie cutter.
Get the recipe for Strawberry-Lemonade Punch.
18Spring Bouquet Cocktail
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19Raspberry and Lemon Rosé Sparkler
Brian Woodcock 20 Sparkling Lavender Cocktail
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