Hot dogs, cold drinks, and good times.

This drink is inspired by the iconicmint julepbut stars basil for a quick and delicious cocktail with extra punch.

Sparkling Cherry Limeade

We remade a classic sipper with a margarita-inspired twist.

Southern Living Hugo Spritz on a platter to serve with extra lemons and mint

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Alabama Slammer

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Company’s coming?

Perfect for whipping up in big batches.

This quintessential summer drink deserves a spot at the Fourth of July cookout.

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Serve in Mason jars for a festive touch.

Hugo Spritz

Hot days call for refreshing sips.

With a fresh aroma from mint, this is the cocktail everyone will want to drink all summer.

4th of July Punch

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Shoo-Fly Punch

Southerners spend much of the summer saying “shoo, fly!”

(Same goes for you, mosquitos and gnats…) Why not keep the ball rolling?

Ginger beer is the secret to this zingy cocktail.

Southern Living Bourbon Basil Smash

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Classic Sweet Tea

it’s possible for you to’t beat the ultimate classic.

If you could only have one drink, this one’s a safe bet.

This four-ingredient, extra creamy cocktail is just the surprise that every holiday cookout needs.

Southern Living Cucumber Cooler in the glass to serve

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Seelbach Cocktail

Yes, you might certainly whip up this cocktail well beyond Derby Day.

Plus, given the pitcher-sized yield, it’s a fuss-free choice for catering to a thirsty crowd.

The result is a cooling cocktail that’s sure to delight.

Southern Living Watermelon Margaritas in two glasses ready to serve

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Hot sauce, citron vodka, and rum dial up the personality of this liquored-up lemonade.

Sparkling Cherry Limeade

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Pitcher Mojitos

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Southern Living Alabama Slammer in the glass ready to serve

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Homemade Cherry Limeade

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Shoo-Fly Punch

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Classic Sweet Tea

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Lemon Mint Sparklers

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Aperol and Blood Orange-Mint Spritz

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Southern Living Grasshopper Drink in glasses to serve

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Southern Living Seelbach Cocktail in glasses to serve

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Big Batch Spiked Arnold Palmers in a pitcher

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Southern Living Watermelon Sangria in glasses to serve garnished with watermelon wedges, mint leaves, and lime wheels

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Southern Living The Chilton Cocktail in glasses ready to serve

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Southern Living Pina Colada drinks in glasses

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Southern Living Peach Lemonade in a glass to serve with ice and a peach slice

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Southern Living Watermelon Frosé in a glass to serve with other drinks beside

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Southern Living Blackberry-Lime Porch Punch in glasses to serve

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Big-Batch Cajun Lemonade

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Southern Living Shirley Temple finished drink in a glass

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