38 of the Best Boozy Drinks for Fourth of July

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38 of the Best Boozy Drinks for Fourth of July2/41 Sweet Tea Boysenberry Shandy Test Kitchen Approved Sweet Tea Boysenberry Shandy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings (2-1/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love an ice-cold beer on a hot summer day. I also love sweet tea, so one day I got the great idea to mix the two. Wow! It was absolutely delish. I experimented with different flavorings, and this Fourth of July cocktail was my favorite. —Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 137

calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 3/41 Red Sangria Recipe Test Kitchen Approved Easy Red Sangria Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 8 servings (about 1-1/2 qt.) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Luscious, refreshing and easy to double or triple for a crowd, this fruit-filled summertime quencher is perfect for your next soiree. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 235 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.

5/41 Sex on the Beach Recipe 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Sex on the Beach

4/41 Green Tea Shot Recipe Test Kitchen Approved Green Tea Shots Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Named for its resemblance to green tea, this summer favorite is made with whiskey, schnapps and sour mix, topped with a splash of lemon-lime soda. Cheers! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 82 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 5/41 Sex on the Beach Recipe 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Sex on the Beach

Paper umbrella optional!

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sex on the Beach marries vodka with peach schnapps and vibrant fruit juices to create an easy-to-sip tropical drink with pure vacation vibes. Paper umbrella optional! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 160 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 6/41 Mixed Berry Sangria 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mixed Berry Sangria Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 servings Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a light, tasty beverage to serve with spoons so everyone can enjoy the fresh berries once the sangria is gone. — Linda Cifuentes, Mahomet, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 134 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 7/41 Midwest Mary Test Kitchen Approved Midwest Mary Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: In the Midwest, Bloody Marys garnished with meats, cheeses and veggies are works of art. My

beverage has skewers of bratwurst, cheese curds and dill pickles

beverage has skewers of bratwurst, cheese curds and dill pickles. —Kathryn Conrad, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup (calcuated without salt, pepper and garnishes): 124 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 8/41 Blueberry Mojitos Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Blueberry and lime are two of my favorite flavors, so I added blueberries to my favorite mixed drink! This Fourth of July cocktail can easily be doubled or tripled. To make simple syrup, combine 1/2 cup sugar

and 1/2 cup water and cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved

and 1/2 cup water and cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Simple syrup will keep in the fridge for a week.—Michele Tungett, Rochester, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 drink: 202 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 29mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 9/41 Spiked Lemonade 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spiked Lemonade Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings (about 2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rum gives a tropical addition to this fabulous homemade lemonade. If you have vodka on hand, try

that instead of the rum

that instead of the rum. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 296 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (56g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 10/41 Mimosa 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A standard offering at brunches, mimosas are as pretty as they are tasty. In this recipe, the champagne doesn’t overpower the orange juice—especially if the champagne is extra dry. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 119

Sorry, adults only!

calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 11/41 Blackberry Beer Cocktail 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Blackberry Beer Cocktail Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This refreshing hard lemonade has a mild alcohol flavor; the beer adds just enough fizz to dance on your tongue as you sip. Sorry, adults only! —Ginger Sullivan, Cutler Bay, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 151 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate

(19g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein

(19g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 12/41 Watermelon Margaritas Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Summer’s best flavors get frosty in the Fourth of July cocktail we serve. We mix sun-ripened watermelon and our favorite tequila with just the right amount of ice for a thick and boozy sipper that’s perfect when we’re grilling and chilling. —Alicia Cummings, Marshalltown, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 188 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 13/41 Rum Runner

Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The rum runner is thought to have originated in Florida, using rum that was transported from the Bahamas during Prohibition. It was a great way for speakeasies to use up extra inventory before new liquor arrived. —Shawn Barto, Palmetto, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 365 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 14/41 Summertime Tea 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Summertime Tea Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total

It’s wonderful for sipping while basking by the pool

Time 15 min Servings 18 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can’t have a summer gathering around here without this Fourth of July cocktail to cool you down. It’s wonderful for sipping while basking by the pool. —Angela Lively, Baxter, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup (calculated without tequila): 102 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 15/41 Frozen Strawberry Daiquiris 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Blend

—Andrea Rivera, Westbury, New York Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup:

this refreshing frozen strawberry daiquiri to serve on a hot summer day, for a barbecue or during your Mexican-themed party. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 299 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 16/41 Margarita Sangria 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Margarita Sangria Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sangria is reminiscent of a margarita with its tequila and agave kick! —Andrea Rivera, Westbury, New York Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup:

To make Contrary Marys simply leave out the vodka

204 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 17/41 Dill Bloody Marys 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dill Bloody Marys Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With a nice level of pepper and just enough dill from the pickle, these Bloody Marys are sure to please. To make Contrary Marys simply leave out the vodka. —Jay Ferkovich, Green Bay, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 224 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 1613mg sodium,

13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein

13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 18/41 Long Island Iced Tea 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s easy to customize Long Island iced tea ingredients to suit your tastes. For instance, try adjusting the tequila. If you like a bolder flavor, use one ounce. If you would prefer a more mellow drink, then use a half ounce in this Long Island recipe. —Camille Berry, Glasgow, Scotland Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 330 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (28g

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