Game-Day Drinks
These drinks will keep you sipping through all four quarters.
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Cajun Lemonade
Recipe: Cajun Lemonade
Add a Cajun kick to your lemonade with some hot sauce and rum. Rinse gallon milk jugs and use as a spill-proof way to transport your drinks.
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Tequila Mojitos
Recipe: Tequila Mojitos
Our users recommended adding club soda just before serving as an extra refresher. If you're having company, double the recipe—this one goes quickly.
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Kane's Peppery Bloody Mary
Recipe: Kane's Peppery Bloody Mary
It's hard to beat the spicy bite of a good bloody mary on warm summer mornings. Seasoned with fresh basil, cilantro, and chives, this drink received the our Test Kitchen's highest rating.
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Sangría
Recipe: Sangría
The peach nectar used in this recipe is a sweet, intensely flavored drink that's usually sold on the international food aisle.
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Porter Float
Recipe: Porter Float
Make a simple adults-only float using vanilla ice cream, creamy porter or stout, and a flavorful garnish of fresh raspberries and mint sprigs.
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Pink Lemonade Cocktail
Recipe: Pink Lemonade Cocktail
The subtle beer taste gives this summery drink a frothy texture. For a pretty presentation, serve on ice and add orange slices as a garnish.
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Barbecue Bloody Mary
Recipe: Barbecue Bloody Mary
This spicy sweet drink gives an extra kick to the traditional bloody mary.
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Apple Pie-Bourbon Sweet Tea
Recipe: Apple Pie-Bourbon Sweet Tea
Bourbon and apple are perfect teammates in this thoroughly Southern concoction.
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Brewmosa
Recipe: Brewmosa
Swap out champagne for beer to make this easy and delicious drink. It's perfect for tailgating and casual cookouts.
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Grapefruit Tequila Fizz
Recipe: Grapefruit Tequila Fizz
You'll want to make a whole batch of this citrusy spritzer. It's perfect for outdoor gatherings and kicking back on the porch.
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Apple, Lemon, and Gin Shandy
Recipe: Apple, Lemon, and Gin Shandy
This refreshing, citrusy drink goes from kitchen to cooler with ease.
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Homemade Cherry Soda
Recipe: Homemade Cherry Soda
Sipping on this sweet, juicy libation on a game day is absolute bliss. For a finishing touch, serve it over ice in a mason jar.
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Berry-Colada Punch
Recipe: Berry-Colada Punch
This drink is great to serve to a crowd. The club soda keeps the punch from tasting too sweet.
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Mimosa Gelée
Recipe: Mimosa Gelée
These may be made up to a day ahead. Keep tightly covered with plastic wrap, and garnish just before serving.
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Raspberry Beer Cocktail
Recipe: Raspberry Beer Cocktail
Try replacing Miller or Bud with a Woodchuck Cider for an even more refreshing result.
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Beer 'Garitas
Recipe: Beer 'Garitas
If you like a bolder flavor, use a dark beer. For a fun twist, serve it in 16-oz. mason jars.
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