Hello my wonderful, majestic people!! Happy Wednesday. Hopefully you’re peacing out of work early today and already on ~vacation~ mode for the 4th of July! I was on Pinterest the other day and saw a picture of the most beautiful, 4th of July inspired cocktail, and it gave me the idea to gather some of the yummiest, prettiest, patriotic cocktails into a blog post for all you celebratory folks out there.
Here are some of my favorites that I’ve come across.
Red, White, and Boozy Margaritas
This frozen marg will definitely be a crowd favorite while celebrating on a hot summer day! (Also, any excuse to drink a margarita, I’m in.)
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Hurricane
This fruity, rum-filled cocktail is perfect to sip at an afternoon 4th party. (Just be sure not to spill on your white shorts, ladies.)
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Rocket Jell-O Shots
These fun, themed Jell-O shots will be a perfect party favor while chilling by the pool.
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Watermelon Sangria
Nothing says “summer cookout” like watermelon, right?
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Juice of 4 limes
Zest of 2 limes
lime slices, for garnish
*Visit Delish for the full recipe!
Mermaid Lemonade
This drink reminds me of my good friend, Sarah, who had a mermaid themed 23rd birthday party a couple months ago. These would have been perfect to sip by her pool!
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Cherry Bomb Mimosas
I can’t decide if I like this cocktail name better as a beverage or a lip color. Either way, this drink is perfect for those of you starting the celebration early. Sip on your cherry bomb mimosa and munch on a home-made muffin (one of my blogger pals just posted a recipe that looks AMAZING for blueberry muffins. See it here.)
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Blueberry Coconut Sparkler
This might be the prettiest beverage on today’s list. The shaved coconut makes it look very fancy, perfectly complimenting the glass flute.
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3 cups fresh blueberries
3 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup coconut rum
2 1/2 cups ginger ale
Ice
Coconut Flakes (optional garnish)
*Visit Spiced for the full recipe!
Strawberry Daiquiri
My mouth actually waters when I look at this picture. How refreshing does that look??
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Blue Summer Cocktail
For any of you celebrating the 4th on a boat, this is right up your alley. Although I think we could come up with a more creative name, the deep blue colors and the knot tooth picks are definitely giving me nautical vibes, perfect for any boat outing.
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2 oz. blue curacao
1/2 oz. coconut rum
3 oz. ginger ale
*Visit Celebrations At Home Blog for the full recipe!
Tequila Cobbler
This is a great cocktail option if you love tequila, but aren’t feeling a margarita. Also, look how pretty!!!
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2 oz Ocho Plata Tequila
.75 oz Agave Syrup
1 strawberry sliced
6-8 blueberries or blackberries
Topo Chico
Sprig of Mint for garnish
*Visit Katie Kime for the full recipe!
Firework Pina Colada
Had to end with a bang!
INGREDIENTS
6 oz frozen strawberries
2 tbs white rum
2 cup crushed ice
1/2 c coconut cream
1/2 c Blue Curaçao
1/2 c crushed pineapple
1/4 c white rum
whipped cream or coconut cream, optional
*Visit Home Sweet Jones for the full recipe!
Zany Lady 