The best cocktails for the 4th of July

Independence Day is a time for fireworks, family, barbecues, travel, and fun! The biggest holiday of the summer is also one of the booziest—and here are the cocktails you can enjoy!

The Fresh Toast – Here are the best 4th of July cocktails to enjoy at any event. They are easy to make and will be a huge hit!

The 4th of July is the big holiday of the summer and people make the most of it! Travel, barbecues, fireworks, parades – all on the buffet of fun! And the centerpiece for most is a good drink… it's the 4th boozy holiday of the year. It's also a big weekend for marijuana, but the gatherings have most people reaching for something cold. Here are the best 4th of July cocktails that capture the hot weather, tasty flavors and simple classics.

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Watermelon

Watermelons are the perfect summer fruit – crisp, flavorful and hydrating. They've been a gooey favorite for years. This cocktail gives them a great twist for outdoor activities. But be careful – they can be deadly!

Ingredients

Fireworks shots

This might be the most delicious snap to celebrate Independence Day. With a little effort, you can make these treats a huge hit when you arrive! Great to get the party started or an extra special dessert!

Ingredients

Blue layer

• One 1/4-ounce envelope unflavored gelatin
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup Blue Curacao liqueur
• 1/2 cup vodka

Red layer

• One 1/4-ounce bag of unflavored gelatin
• 3/4 cup grenadine
• 1/2 cup vodka
• Whipped cream, homemade or purchased, for garnish

Create

• Squeeze the grapefruit pieces into a shaker and add the fruit (or add fresh juice)
• Add gin, sweet vermouth and Campari with ice to the shaker and shake well until chilled.
• Put ice in a glass and roll the grapefruit peel around the inside of the glass.
• Strain into the prepared glass

Rose Spritz

Quick, easy and delicious – it is suitable for small and large groups as it can be put together spontaneously.

Ingredients

• 3 ounces pink Prosecco
• 2 ounces sparkling water
• 1 ounce bitter orange liqueur, such as Aperol
• 1/2 ounce grapefruit juice
• 1 grapefruit slice
• Mint for garnish

Create

• Fill a white wine glass halfway with ice
• Add prosecco, seltzer, orange liqueur and grapefruit juice and stir
• Garnish with a grapefruit slice and a sprig of mint

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Mint julep

The Mint Julep is an American classic that celebrates horse racing, morning cappuccino and good bourbon! What drink could be better for a Fourth of July barbecue?

Ingredients

• 8th fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnishing
• ¼ to ½ ounce Ssimple syrup (can be made in advance)
• 2 Ounces bourbon
• Crushed ice

Create

• In a julep cup or glass, muddle the mint leaves in ¼ ounce simple syrup
• Add the bourbon and fill the cup with crushed ice
• Garnish with mint

Simply Syrup

• Combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat
• Bring to the boil while stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
• Allow to cool and place in the fridge for the cocktail.

Remember to be careful when consuming and drink plenty of water. Happy Independence Day!