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Published on July 2nd, 2019 | by Darren Paltrowitz

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8 Cocktails To Help Keep This Fourth Of July Fun & Interesting

During the weekend of July 4th, tens of — perhaps even hundreds of — millions of people will be celebrating the birth of the United States Of America. In the spirit of this joyful, celebratory and gathering-friendly holiday, on behalf of The Hype Magazine, I compiled 8 summer-friendly recipes from top spirit brands, including Proper Twelve Whiskey, Seagram’s, Novo Fogo and Corralejo Tequila.

#1: Party Of Five

Ingredients:
– 7.5 oz. of Seagram’s Watermelon Vodka
– 5 oz. of Kronstad Aquavit
– 3.75 oz. of Fresh Lime juice
– 5 oz. of Pineapple juice
– 2.5 oz. of Luxardo Maraschino

Method:
– Build in punch bowl or hollowed out watermelon.
– Top with crushed ice and enjoy! (Note: These are specs for 5 drinks)
– Garnish: Whatever you feel like!

#2: Proper Twelve Punch

Ingredients:
– 1 Bottle of Proper No. Twelve Whiskey
– 1 12 oz. Can of Lemonade
– 1 Cup of Fresh Lemon Juice
– 250 ml Red Wine
– 3 Lemons (Sliced into Wheels for Garnish)

Method:
– In a Large Punch Bowl, Add Proper No. Twelve Whiskey, Lemonade and Fresh Lemon Juice
– Refrigerate overnight
– Add ice and stir
– Top with Red Wine & Lemon Slices for Garnish

#3: It’s Just Peachy, Proper Punch
Created by Katie Auth, Distilled, NYC

Ingredients:
– 12 oz. of Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey
– 4 oz. Aperol
– 8 oz. Grilled Peach Basil Syrup
– 4 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice

Method:
– Combine ingredients in bowl or pitcher with ice, fresh basil leaves, lemon wheels, and grilled peach slices.
– Top with a dry Prosecco and a splash of club soda. (Intended to serve 8 to 10 people)

#4: The Super Fly Punch
Courtesy of Monarch Rooftop

Ingredients:
– 1.5 oz. of Crystal Head Vodka
– 0.75 oz. of Blue Curaçao
– 2 oz. of Lemonade
– Gummy octopus garnish

Method:
– Combine ingredients in bowl or pitcher with ice.
– Add garnish.

#5: Mint Irish Coffee Pop-tail

Ingredients:
– ¼ oz. of Brancamenta
– ½ oz. of Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey
– ½ oz. of Irish Cream Liqueur
– 1 oz. of Cold Brew Coffee

Method:
– Mix each pop individually in mixing cups.
– Fill popsicle molds (silicone is best).
– Place in freezer for approximately 5 hours.
– Remove from mold and consume immediately or place in freezer bag for later.

#6: Margarita

Ingredients:
– ½ oz. of Corralejo Tequila
– 1 oz. of Limeade
– 1 oz. of Pink Lemonade
– 1 slice of Kiwi Fruit
– ½ oz. of Chopped Strawberries

Method:
– Mix each pop individually in mixing cups.
– Fill popsicle molds (silicone is best).
– Place in freezer for approximately 5 hours.
– Remove from mold and consume immediately or place in freezer bag for later.

#7: Cherry Lemon Caipirinha

Ingredients;
– ½ oz. of Novo Fogo Sparkling Silver Cachaça
– 2 oz. of Lemonade
– Chopped cherries

Method:
– Mix each pop individually in mixing cups.
– Fill popsicle molds (silicone is best).
– Place in freezer for approximately 5 hours.
– Remove from mold and consume immediately or place in freezer bag for later.

#8: Reverse Manhattan

Ingredients:
– ¾ oz. of Antica Formula
– ¼ oz. of Templeton Rye Whiskey
– ½ oz. of Cherry Juice
– 1 oz. of Water
– Chopped Cherries

Method:
– Mix each pop individually in mixing cups.
– Fill popsicle molds (silicone is best).
– Place in freezer for approximately 5 hours.
– Remove from mold and consume immediately or place in freezer bag for later.


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About the Author

Darren Paltrowitz is a New York resident with over 20 years of entertainment industry experience. He began working around the music business as a teenager, interning for the manager of his then-favorite band Superdrag. Since then, he has worked with a wide array of artists including OK Go, They Might Be Giants, Mike Viola, Tracy Bonham, Loudness, Rachael Yamagata, and Amanda Palmer. Darren's writing has appeared in dozens of outlets including the New York Daily News, Inquisitr, The Daily Meal, The Hype Magazine, All Music Guide, Guitar World, TheStreet.com, Businessweek, Chicago Tribune, L.A. Times, and the Jewish Journal. Beyond being "Editor At Large" for The Hype Magazine, Darren is also the host of weekly "Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz" series, which airs on dozens on television and digital networks. He has also co-authored 2 published books, 2018's "Pocket Change: Your Happy Money" (Book Web Publishing) and 2019's "Good Advice From Professional Wrestling" (6623 Press), and co-hosts the world's only known podcast about David Lee Roth, "The DLR Cast."


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