4th of July Cocktails for a Crowd

June 26, 2023

The 4th of July is a perfect opportunity to get together with friends and family to celebrate with food, drinks, and fireworks. Enhance your Independence Day festivities with bartending services from POUR Bar Services. Our highly skilled bartenders will craft delectable cocktails and deliver exceptional event bar services, igniting an unforgettable experience for your guests. Here are some “patriotically delicious” cocktail recipes you can make for your 4th of July celebration.

Red, White, and Blue Sangria

This fruity and refreshing sangria is perfect for a hot summer day. To make this cocktail, you will need:

  • 1 bottle of dry white wine
  • 1 cup of blueberries
  • 1 cup of raspberries
  • 1 cup of diced strawberries
  • 1/2 cup of white rum
  • 1/4 cup of triple sec
  • 1/4 cup of simple syrup
  • 1 cup of club soda

Mix all the ingredients in a pitcher and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Serve with ice and garnish with a slice of lemon.

Watermelon Margaritas

Watermelon is a summer staple, and this cocktail is the perfect way to enjoy it. To make this cocktail, you will need:

  • 6 cups of diced watermelon
  • 1/4 cup of lime juice
  • 1/4 cup of triple sec
  • 1/2 cup of silver tequila
  • 1/4 cup of simple syrup
  • Salt for rimming the glasses

Blend the watermelon in a blender until smooth. Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher. Add the lime juice, triple sec, tequila, and simple syrup, and stir to combine. Rim the glasses with salt and serve with ice.

Red, White, and Blue Jello Shots

These patriotic jello shots will be a hit at your 4th of July party. To make these shots, you will need.

  • 1 box of red Jello
  • 1 box of blue Jello
  • 1 cup of vodka
  • 1 cup of boiling water
  • 1 cup of cold water
  • Whipped cream

Prepare the red jello according to the instructions on the box. Once set, cut it into small cubes and place them in the bottom of a shot glass. Mix the blue jello with boiling water until fully dissolved. Add in the cold water and vodka and stir to combine. Pour the blue jello mixture over the red jello cubes in the shot glasses. Chill in the refrigerator until set. Before serving, add a dollop of whipped cream on top and garnish with a small American flag.

Blueberry Lemonade

This non-alcoholic mocktail is perfect for kids or guests who prefer not to drink alcohol. To make this lemonade, you will need:

  • 1 cup of blueberries
  • 1 cup of lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup of honey
  • 4 cups of water

Blend the blueberries in a blender until smooth. Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher. Add the lemon juice, honey, and water, and stir to combine. Serve with ice and garnish with a slice of lemon.

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These cocktails are perfect for a 4th of July celebration. They are refreshing, easy to make, and sure to please your guests. Whether you make one or all of these cocktails, your guests will have a great time. Take your next event to the next level with professional bartender service from POUR Bar Services. Contact us today to reserve our exceptional event bar services and elevate your next big event.