15 Festive 4th of July Drinks Your Barbeque Needs

By Hayley Sugg
Paula

Cool down this 4th of July with some drinks to celebrate America's birthday. Whether you go with a fruity cocktail, classic sweet tea, or a summery lemonade, these beverages are sure to keep your thirst quenched all the way through to the fireworks show.  Just add a little cocktail umbrella, or maybe a wedge of lemon, and you'll be ready to toast to the 4th of July with these drinks.

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Beer Margaritas

docswife
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Two favorite party drinks, margaritas and beer, combine for this unique 4th of July cocktail. Be sure to use a light beer, as anything dark or flavored can overpower the drink.

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Watermelon Sangria

Lindsey
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Real watermelon is puréed into this light cocktail. "Excellent summer drink," says reviewer Sarah. "I made it once and my mom and brother were begging me for the recipe!"

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Vintage Lemonade

Melissa Goff
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This classic recipe keeps this simple, but without sacrificing any flavor. Lemons, sugar, and water are all you need for this sweet and sour lemonade. 

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The Real Mojito

Eiffel
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For a refreshing boozy drink that goes down easy, this mojito is a good choice. The recipe makes one individual drink, but you can multiply the servings to make a full pitcher. 

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Cherry Bomb

sanzoe
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A little sour and a lot sweet, this cocktail's bright color makes it a stand out beverage for your 4th of July picnic. It can easily be made into an equally delicious mocktail for kids by skipping the rum.

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The Arnold Palmer

Paula
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Two summer classics — lemonade and iced tea — are combined in this flavorful drink. Use sweet tea, unsweet tea, or both to achieve the level of sweetness you desire in the finished beverage. 

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Bikini Martini

Cristina
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"This recipe was a hit at our barbeque. The guys all said they didn't want a girly drink but I couldn't pour these fast enough," says SAMANTHA79.

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Best Strawberry Daiquiri

PEIBEAUTY
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By using frozen strawberries, you can achieve that slushie-like texture that everyone loves in a daiquiri, but with less ice to dilute the flavor. 

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Lime Cola

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There's no need to buy pre-flavored sodas. Here, cola is bumped up with the addition of limeade concentrate and a fresh lime wedge for a tangy and sweet drink. 

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Frozen Summer Slush

MAGDIEGO
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"I made this for a family get-together at our home and it went over so big that most people asked for the recipe," says reviewer GAILB. "It is a keeper!"

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Sunset Rum Punch

Matt Wencl
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"When it's late and you're hanging around the fire pit with friends watching the sunset, this is the rum punch crowd-pleaser to pass around," says recipe creator Matt Wencl. "Full of bright citrus, floral notes and plenty of good rum, you'll all have a delicious time before the day is done."

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Watermelon Agua Fresca

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Fresh watermelon is the base for this thirst-quenching drink. Be sure to taste your fruit before adding the full amount of sugar, you might want to adjust it based on how sweet the watermelon is. 

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White Peach Sangria

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Using white wine for a lighter taste, this sangria is perfect for any summer get-together. It's full of peachy flavor thanks to the fresh fruit and a splash of peach flavored vodka. 

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Mai Tai Cocktail

Debbie
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A trifecta of rum, light, gold, and dark, is mixed into this tropical cocktail. Orgeat syrup — made with almonds, sugar, and rosewater — is worth seeking out for its distinct taste in this recipe. 

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Strawberry Mojito

Allrecipes Magazine
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Feature fresh strawberries in this refreshing twist on a mojito. "Very delicious and very much appreciated by friends at our backyard BBQ," says reviewer Nilla Bean.

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