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Drink Recipes That Are The Perfect Accompaniment To Any Cookout (9 Recipes, 5 Articles)
Published On: 5/3/2019 Last Modified: 6/16/2025
Samuel Johnson, author of the first English dictionary, wrote “Claret is the drink for boys, port for men, but he who aspires to be a hero must drink brandy.”
Tired of serving the same beers and wine with each meal? Wake up your taste buds with a new beverage. These recipes are real winners. There’s something here for every type of entree and tipples you can simply drink all by themselves.
Brew for Cue, Wine for Swine, and Booze, Too
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This Key Lime Pie Martini Recipe Is A Perfect Poolside Refresher
Looking for the perfect refreshing cocktail to enjoy during the warm summer months? This innovative key lime pie martini is the perfect choice!
Huskee’s Perfect Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
If you are a fan of old fashioned cocktails but haven't mastered them at home then this recipe from AmazingRibs.com is exactly what you are looking for!
Smoked Bloody Mary, The Ultimate BBQ Eyeopener
The Bloody Mary is taken to new height thanks to a BBQ twist. You'll never see this cocktail the same way again once you take the first sip.
Kentucky Mint Juleps: The Ultimate Recipe
Here is the ultimate recipe for mint juleps, a refreshing beverage made from Kentucky Bourbon and mint. Click here to read.
Mojito Magic, Summer’s Most Refreshing Cocktail Recipe
This recipe for the classic rum drink, mojitos, is the perfect refreshing cocktail for your warm weather cookouts.
Grilled Limes Take Margaritas To An Epic Level Of Flavor
Grilling and chilling is the secret to the most delicious margarita you've ever tasted! The classic frozen margarita gets a smoky blast in this recipe for Grilled Lime Margaritas featuring limes that have been charred on the grill. Juice the limes and combine with tequila, triple sec, sugar, and ice then blend well.
Grilled Lemonade, Summer’s Smokiest Beverage
Nothing is more refreshing on a hot day than lemonade and this recipe takes it over the top. Lemons are grilled until lightly charred.
Smoked Ice Recipe Amps Up Any Cocktail
Add an unexpected twist to your bourbon, Bloody Marys, and cocktails with this simple recipe for smoked ice.
The Real Deal Daiquiri Recipe
The daiquiri is a classic Puerto Rican rum creation and is the perfect cocktail for hot summer days. Here's the recipe from the back of restaurant critic John Mariani's business card. John is known to present the card to bartenders in order to ensure he receives the perfect, properly made daiquiri.
Hot Southern Comfort Cider Recipe
This hot Southern Comfort cider recipe is the perfect cold weather drink, après ski if you will, or après snow blower.
The Saintly Swedish Glögg (A Killer Hot Mulled Wine) That You’ll Crave This Winter
Warm yourself in the winter with this recipe for Scandinavian Glögg, a hot mulled wine made from spices, red wine, port, and brandy.
Classic Southern Sweet Tea Recipe
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