The Old Ironside cocktail, named after an historic Naval ship, is perfect for celebrating the July 4th Holiday weekend. Sweet pineapple juice, spiced rum, and a splash of fresh lime juice balance the flavors perfectly.

About Old Ironside
The USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, is a three-masted wooden-hulled heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the world’s oldest commissioned naval warship still afloat.

Launched in 1797, she was one of six original frigates authorized for construction by the Naval Act of 1794. Constitution is most noted for her actions during the War of 1812 against the United Kingdom when she captured numerous merchant ships and defeated five British warships.

Old Ironside Cocktail Recipe
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If you are looking for a refreshing cocktail to celebrate the 4th, we have an aptly named and refreshing suggestion. The Liber Tea is basically a boozy, herbal Arnold Palmer. The spirit of choice is bourbon and crushed basil lends botanical notes.

A pitcher of Liber Tea is perfect for summer outdoor gatherings. And, you can mix up the flavors by substituting rum, vodka, or even Tequila. The base of tea, lemonade, and honey goes well with any spirit.

Liber Tea Cocktail Recipe
Adapted from Liquor.com
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The Classic Shandy is the perfect hot weather drink whether you are sipping it poolside or enjoying it after work on a hot day. When it comes to beer cocktails,  the Shandy is one of our favorites! It is low in alcohol—so it is more hydrating. And, it is easy to make at home.

The shandy started as a 19th-century beverage called the Shandygaff which combined beer and ginger ale. A few decades later, the beer and lemonade combination was created in Germany. And, there have been many variations since.

Pale ale, wheat beer, or a light lager work best when making a shandy. Dark beers or stouts are not recommended. In a shandy, beer is combined in a 50/50 ratio with a non-alcoholic lemonade. You can use non-alcoholic beer to create alcohol-free shandies.

Classic Shandy Recipe
Yields 4 cocktails

There is some flexibility with the recipe for a Shandy. In this version, we make a strong lemonade that includes lemon zest and mint. But, if you are in a hurry, substitute the homemade lemonade for a good Italian lemon soda. Read more…

The iconic drink, The Margarita, is a summer essential. And, we have quite a few variations in our recipe archives. Our latest infatuation, The Sparkling Rosé Margarita, is tasty, fresh, and a tad bubbly.

We prefer using a dry sparkling rosé for this recipe so the flavors are not overpowered by sweetness. And, feel free to switch up the fruit to reflect the season.

Serve in an elegant punch bowl for a gathering, a pitcher during a conversation with friends, or a thermos at the beach. This recipe is great for the holiday weekend or graduation parties.

Sparkling Rosé Margarita Recipe
Adapted from Liquor.com
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