Independence Day is right around the corner and Reyka Vodka, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum and Drambuie have some last minute, thirst-quenching cocktails for you and your guests to indulge at every backyard BBQ, parking lot tailgate, fireworks fiesta and bonfire bonanza this July 4th and beyond.
Cheers!
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Reyka Bitters

1 ½ part Reyka Vodka
4 part Club Soda
3 dashes OR .5ml Angostura bitters
Combine all ingredients into Collins glass. Garnish and serve.
Reyka Vodka is an Icelandic born vodka and provides a smooth and crisp base for both complex and simple cocktails. Cocktails created by Reyka Brand Ambassador Trevor Schneider.
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Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum Heavy Punch

1½ parts Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum
1 part fresh pineapple juice
½ part port
½ part sugar syrup
½ part fresh lime juice
4 dashes of aromatic bitters
Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum is a Caribbean Rum blended with 100% natural spices and flavors.
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Drambuie Smash

Fresh seasonal fruit (peaches, berries, plums, etc)
4-5 mint leaves
¾ part lemon juice
2 parts Drambuie
Muddle mint and fruit. Shake lightly with pebble ice and dump all (country style) into a rocks glass. Top with crushed ice and a mint sprig
Drambuie is made from a delightful combination of scotch whisky, heather honey, herbs and spices.
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