Game-Day Drinks

Southern Living

These drinks will keep you sipping through all four quarters.

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Cajun Lemonade

Photo: Jennifer Davick

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

Photo: Jennifer Davick

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

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

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

Photo: William Dickey

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

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

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

Photo: Iain Bagwell

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

Photo: Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Apple Pie-Bourbon Sweet Tea

Bourbon and apple are perfect teammates in this thoroughly Southern concoction.

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Brewmosa

Photo: Iain Bagwell

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

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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

Photo: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Apple, Lemon, and Gin Shandy

This refreshing, citrusy drink goes from kitchen to cooler with ease.

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Homemade Cherry Soda

Photo: Hector Sanchez

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

Photo: William Dickey

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 

Photo: William Dickey

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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