Red, White & Boozy: Patriotic Cocktails Perfect for Your Texas Cookout

The Fourth of July is almost here, and in Texas, that means fireworks, cookouts, and more grilled meat to make your doctor a little concerned. While you’re flipping brisket, dodging bottle rockets, and sweating through your boots, don’t forget the drinks!

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Of course, you can never, ever go wrong with a simple ice-cold beer. But if you're looking to step up your patriotic game, raise a glass to America with some stars-and-stripes-worthy cocktails.

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Whether you're a whiskey sipper, rum runner, or tequila tippler, we've got a red, white, and boozy recipe for you. Inspired by All Recipes, Drink of the Week, and The Drink Kings, here’s your cocktail lineup for Independence Day in Texas.

A Few Parting Words

As always, y’all, drink responsibly. That means no drinking and driving, no letting your cousin Chad mix moonshine with gasoline, and absolutely no lighting fireworks after you’ve thrown back a couple of these red, white, and boozy cocktails. We love a good time as much as anyone, but we’d also like everyone to keep their eyebrows, trucks, and freedom intact.

So stay safe, stay cool, stay hydrated, and celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave, one star-spangled sip at a time. God Bless America, and God Bless Texas!

Need more festive fun? Bookmark this article, and check out Drink of the Week, Liquor.com, or All Recipes Cocktails for even more ideas to keep your Fourth fabulous.

Happy Independence Day, y’all!