This is best served with a pimiento cheese sandwich.

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Raise a glass to the Masters Tournament with the azalea cocktail.

Here atSouthern Living, we love tuning into the tournament each year to see the immaculateazaleaslining the course.

Azalea Cocktail

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This cocktail honors those beautiful blooms.

Southerners will take just about any excuse to entertain.

In the fall, we look forward to football tailgates.

ingredients for azalea cocktail

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But in the spring, we’re focused on Augusta, Georgia.

What’s in an Azalea Cocktail?

An azalea cocktail is made with:

This pinky-orange beverage is a delightful sipper for any spring afternoon.

mixing ingredients for azalea cocktail

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Can You Make a Big Batch of Azalea Cocktails?

Strain:

Strain the mixture and pour over a glass filled with ice.

Add a lemon wheel:

Garnish with a lemon, and serve immediately.

ice in pitcher with azalea cocktail ingredients

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straining azalea cocktail into glass with ice

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azalea cocktail with lemon slice

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