It’s time for Independence Day cocktails! So break out the neon-red strawberry Daiquiri mix, canned whipped cream and sour blue raspberry liqueur…and throw them out the window. While cloying, dayglow cocktails might rack up “likes” on Instagram, we prefer to imbibe well-balanced drinks that taste good first and look pretty second. This Fourth of July, mix up these actually potable red, white and blue cocktails.
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Red drinks don’t have to be overly sweet and fruity. For the imbiber who prefers a stiffer libation, this tropical twist on the Negroni is sure to satisfy. Inspired by the classic Jungle Bird tiki cocktail—which swaps out gin for rum and adds pineapple juice—this variation from Austin Hartman of Montana’s Trail House in NYC uses a blend of gold, overproof and pineapple rums for a complex depth of flavor. Nutty Velvet Falernum ties the drink together with notes of vanilla and ginger for the perfect poolside cocktail.
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Step aside Frosé: This summer we’re all about Frosecco, otherwise known as frozen Prosecco. This snow white frosty beverage simply combines Prosecco with St-Germain elderflower liqueur and fresh lemon juice. The result is floral, sweet, tart and oh-so easy to down by the pitcherful.
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Summer demands Margaritas, and this blue-hued variation by Brynn Smith of Los Angeles’ Sotto is one of the best ways to enjoy one. The base of a classic Margarita is there—blanco tequila, fresh lime juice and agave nectar—but things get kicked up a notch with blue curaçao and Amaro Meletti. The curaçao gives it a citrusy kick (and a fun color, of course), while the amaro balances the drink with a subtle bittersweetness.
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