Summer lovers, rejoice: Warmer weather has arrived, and it looks like it’s here to stay (but don’t quote us on that, we’re no meteorologists.) After one of the wettest springs in recent memory, it’s time to trade raincoats and umbrellas for swim trucks and sun tans. It’s the second most wonderful time of the year, and Brown Bag has your summertime sipping covered. Whether you’re grilling on the Fourth, entertaining guests on the patio, relaxing by the pool or having a girls weekend at the lake, our list of cocktails and cans has something for fans of all flavors.
Brown Bag Picks: Patriotic Cocktails
The Fourth of July comes early in the month, but we’re letting freedom ring all month long. So don’t fret if you’re reading this after the holiday – July is the perfect month to indulge in all things red, white and blue. And with these Fourth of July cocktails, you absolutely can’t go wrong.
The Firecracker (Recipe from Creative Culinary.)
Named after everyone’s favorite July 4 pastime, The Firecracker is bursting with fruity flavor. For this vodka cocktail, you’ll need cucumber vodka, water, limes and simple syrup. Show up to the summer block party with this drink, and you’ll be everyone’s favorite neighbor.
Blueberry Strawberry Mojito (Recipe from Well Plated.)
Speaking of red, white and blue: Experience all three with this festive twist on a classic drink. You’ll need white rum, fresh blueberries and strawberries, as well as all the classic mojito fixings: mint leaves, lime and club soda. Warning: One pitcher simply won’t suffice for this one.
Brown Bag Picks: Your Favorite Drinks, Canned
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably noticed one of the latest trends taking the alcohol industry by storm: cans. If you like it, you can probably find it in a can on our shelves. They’re everywhere, and with good reason. Cans are portable, shareable and arguably just make everything taste better. In other words, these heaven-in-a-cans are everything you could hope for in a summer beverage.
Brown Bag Picks: Canned Wine
We may feature discounted wines on our Facebook and Instagram every Tuesday, and Wine Wednesday is practically a weekly holiday for wine lovers, but let’s be honest: every summer day is a good day for wine. And we swear it tastes better in a can. Don’t believe us? Find a pack of one of these canned wines on a Brown Bag shelf and see for yourself.
Brown Bag Picks: Canned Cocktails
The canned craze doesn’t end at wine: Some big names are dipping their toes in the canned cocktail waters, most notably Boulevard Flings and Cutwater Cocktails. They take everything you know and love about your favorite mixed drinks, and can them for your top-popping pleasure. Even though it’s only July, make sure you save the pop tabs for your kids – they’ll need those for school donations in the fall. And when you get hooked on these, you’ll have a mountain saved for little Johnny to donate.
There you have it! If you stick to our Brown Bag summer drink picks, you’ll make a splash at every summer gathering. For more tips, weekly specials and upcoming events, be sure to like Brown Bag Liquor on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.