Spike up summer's favorite fruits and create refreshing cocktails that will add a spark to your 4th of July celebration. Invite your friends over for some star-spangled fun, these tasty libations are better by the batchful!
Watermelon Crush
Serves 4
8 oz. tequila
2 cups watermelon cubes
6 mint leaves, more for garnish
1 oz. agave nectar
1 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
Muddle watermelon and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker or large glass, add tequila, agave nectar and lime juice. Shake well. Pour into ice filled glasses, top with seltzer, garnish with mint and serve.
Strawberry Sparkler
Serves 4
8 oz. vodka
2 oz. Chambord
2 oz. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 oz. agave nectar
12 fresh strawberries
fresh mint for garnish
In a large cocktail glass or shaker, muddle together strawberries and vodka. Add Chambord, lemon juice and agave nectar. Shake well. Pour into ice filled glasses, garnish with mint and serve.
Cheers!