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When it comes to 4th of July cocktails, there's two directions you could go: 1) stick hard to the theme (think fireworks, red, white and blue everything, etc.), or 2) go with everyone's summer favorites (think super refreshing frozen drinks, hard seltzers, beers, etc.). We're big fans of either, so we've included recipes for both here (yep, even ways to jazz up those store-bought canned and bottled drinks!). Check out our list of 36 4th of July drinks for ideas.

Whether you're super patriotic, or just love a theme, we've got lots of colorful drinks to serve your 4th of July BBQ crowd. Frozen drinks are the BEST when it's hot out, so go with our frozen strawberry margarita or our frozen watermelon margarita for red; our frozen blue moscato margarita or our drunk Jack Frosties (not just for winter!) for blue; or go with all three colors, like in our layered red, white, and boozy margaritas. No blender? No problem. Try one of our sparkly firework-inspired drinks, like our confetti champagne or champagne Jell-O shots. Speaking of Jell-O, the jiggly, fruity confection is great for turning things red, white, and blue. Try our rocket Jell-O shots or our giant watermell-O shot. Not a fan of Jell-O, but love the fruity taste? Dip your fruit straight into the alcohol, like in our firecracker strawberries or our boozy cherry bombs, and get inspired to booze-up all your favorite fruits.

Not feeling wildly patriotic this year? Skip the colorful themed drinks, and instead stick to easy summer cocktails. We're totally here for just chucking a bunch of beer and hard seltzers in a tub and covering them with ice, but if you want to elevate your alcohol options just a bit, check out our recipes that incorporate soda, seltzer, or beer to give your guests alternative options. Want something light? Try a michelada, a spiked seltzer slushy (we like White Claw, but whatever works!), or our summer shandy punch. Want a little more alcoholic bang for your buck? Try our Long Island iced tea, our salty dog, or our red sangria (with wine and brandy).

Looking for something non-alcoholic? We've got you too. Try our triple berry sparklers and watermelon agua fresca, or check out any of our mocktail recipes and non-alcoholic drinks too.

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Strawberry Jalapeño Mint Julep

Don't let Derby Day be your only excuse to make these mint juleps; they're worthy all summer long. If you're into spicy margaritas then you'll be able to handle the heat here; the jalapeño-infused simple syrup mellows out once it hits the cool mint and sweet berries.

Get the Strawberry Jalapeño Mint Julep recipe.

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Boozy Cherry Bombs

These aren't exactly a cocktail, but they're full of Fireball whiskey and whipped-cream flavored vodka so we're counting them anyway. These patriotic cherries are exactly what your 4th of July has been missing!

Get the Boozy Cherry Bombs recipe.

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Frozen Strawberry Margarita

This fruit-forward margarita works best with frozen strawberries, so it doesn't get watered down! We love adding fresh basil for some sweet anise-y flavor, but other fresh herbs like mint or even cilantro can kick up the flavor of this sunny cocktail.

Get the Frozen Strawberry Margarita recipe.

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Frozen Blue Moscato Margaritas

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Red Wine Sangria

Sangria was originally aged wine mixed with fruit and spices, such as cinnamon, then evolved through time into regional variations. Our version of sangria is light and bubbly with an addition of seltzer water and the perfect ratio of wine to brandy.

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Red, White & Boozy Margaritas

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Michelada

If you've never had a Michelada, you're in for a treat. The addition of hot sauce and lime juice add a spicy/sour kick that takes your average light beer from good to great. Thanks to our secret ingredient (soy sauce!) there's also a hint of umami flavor that keeps you coming back for more.

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Salty Dog

Crisp, fruity, refreshing, perfectly balanced, and only three ingredients (grapefruit, salt, and gin)?! The Salty Dog just became our go-to summer cocktail.

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Triple Berry Sparklers

Words of 4th of July wisdom: don't get tanked if you're planning on playing with fire(works). When we need something that'll keep the whole fam—from the kids to the grandparents—hydrated, we reach for this super-light, patriotic refresher.

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Margarita Pops

If you're a frozen margarita fan then these are the pops for you! Using small dixie cups makes these boozy popsicles a dream to unmold—simply cut a small slit and peel the rest off.

Get the Margarita Pops recipe.

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Long Island Iced Tea

How does this classic cocktail, with its combination of 5 alcohols, manage to taste incredible and resemble the taste of a lemony sweet iced tea? Other than those spirits and the all-important splash of Coke (glass bottle, full sugar is a must here), most bartenders utilize a sour mix to add a dose of acid. Use store-bought, or make your own!

Get the Long Island Iced Tea recipe.

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Blueberry Lemonade Margaritas

Turn your margarita into summer goals with this blueberry lemonade version. Have some leftover blueberry simple syrup? It tastes AMAZING in seltzer water, and is a great sweetener for iced tea. You can even stir it into yogurt or ice cream for a punch of blueberry flavor.

Get the Blueberry Lemonade Margaritas recipe.

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Watermelon Agua Fresca

Part watermelon juice, part limeade, and 100% refreshing, this agua fresca just might be the drink of the summer. It's slightly sweet, making it a perfect daytime treat or as a mocktail option at a BBQ. (Of course, you could stir in a shot of tequila or vodka if you want it boozy.)

Get the Watermelon Agua Fresca recipe.

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Confetti Champagne

Looking for a festive cocktail to get your 4th of July celebration started early? Look no further! Confetti champagne is about as exciting as can be, thanks to its Pop Rocks rim.

Get the Confetti Champagne recipe.

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Ranch Water

A sort of effervescent, less-sweet version of a margarita, only 3 ingredients are required for Ranch Water: tequila, lime juice, and seltzer. (Preferably Topo Chico; some claim it's not a real Ranch Water without it!) We like adding a splash of orange liqueur like Cointreau for a little added sweetness and citrus flavor too.

Get the Ranch Water recipe.

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Strawberry Frosé

You don't need to go to a bar to enjoy frosé. With a good blender, it's super easy to make it yourself. Our favorite addition? Strawberries. They add the perfect amount of sweetness and body to the summer cocktail.

Get the Strawberry Frosé recipe.

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Rainbow Candy Pops

These boozy stunners are so easy to make with a popsicle mold of any shape. Simply wind your sweet or sour ropes around the mold, pour in your vodka and lemon-lime soda, and freeze!

Get the Rainbow Candy Pops recipe.

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Red, White, & Blitzed Party Shot

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Spiked Seltzer Slushies

If you thought a can of White Claw was perfect on its own, you haven't given it a whirl in your blender. This recipe (if you can even call it that!) can be easily customized based on what flavors and fruits you prefer. Our favorite combos: lemon-flavored spiked seltzer + frozen strawberries or mango + frozen pineapple.

Get the Spiked Seltzer Slushies recipe.

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Cape Codder

The Cape Codder (or Cape Cod cocktail) is simply the more official–and cute–name for a vodka-cranberry. If you want to go the extra mile (like we so often do) you can add a splash of lime juice and garnish with a lime wedge.

Get the Cape Codder recipe.

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Red, White & Boozy Shakes

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Frozen Watermelon Margarita

This recipe requires a little forethought. Chop up some fresh watermelon and throw it in the freezer the night before you make the margs—this ensures the drinks are perfectly slushy and ICE cold. (If you forgot, don't fret! Two hours in the freezer should do the trick.)

Get the Frozen Watermelon Margarita recipe.

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Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri

For best results, we call for two types of strawberries: fresh and frozen. Using frozen strawberries gives body to the drink without watering down the flavor like ice would, and fresh strawberries add juiciness and a syrupy quality, keeping the drink from being too thick. That squeeze of lime? Essential. The fresh citrus kick will make the strawberries shine even brighter in flavor.

Get the Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri recipe.

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Source: https://www.delish.com/holiday-recipes/g3422/4th-of-july-drinks/

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