Memorial Day Weekend - Drinks Anyone?

Memorial Day – the unofficial start of summer – a great reason to blog! I know it has been a while, but this is worth the wait. This is the weekend that if you are not hosting a barbecue, you are invited to one. That’s what we do on Memorial Day, remember the sacrifice of those who fought for our freedom and celebrate that freedom with friends and a grill!

So, you have been invited to the barbecue, you have picked out your best plaid shorts and you are ready to go. Jump in the car and…wait…are you going to pick up some snacks? A 12 pack? A nice bottle of wine based on the label (I know, we all do it…)? So is everyone else! If you want to distinguish yourself and make a real impression at the barbecue, check out the following. Beverages that get noticed!

Beach House Sangria*
- ½ cup tequila
- ½ cup brandy
- ½ triple sec
- 4 cups lemonade
- 2 cups Sprite/7UP
- 1 bottle Merlot wine
- Diced fruit (apples, pears, oranges, etc)
- Sugar to taste
- Ice
*A good friend of mine gave me this recipe and I will forever be grateful!


Summer Orange Cooler
- ½ cup tequila
- ½ cup brandy
- ½ triple sec
- 24 oz (2 cans) orange soda (diet works too)
- 1 bottle Moscato wine
- Diced fruit (apples, pears, oranges, etc)
- Ice

Enjoy your barbecue and happy summer to all!