Independence Day Cocktails: Red, White, & Blue Drinks for 4th of July

It's Fourth of July Weekend! Families, friends, neighbors, and strangers will celebrate together while basking in the sunshine of the American summer. There will be cook-offs, parties, and trips to the beach/lake/pool. Since you won't be a work, and it's a three day weekend, here's some drink ideas for those who want to get into the mood.

From a Watermelon Wave to a Pina Colada to a Blue Hawaiian, these red, white, and blue drinks are bound to get you and all your friends in the spirit of Independence Day!

Here are some suggestions from About.com:

Short & Stylish:

• Red: Campari Cocktail, Imperial, Clover Club Cocktail, Red Carpet
• White: Martini, Mango Sage Lady, Saketini, Licorice Stick
• Blue: Envy, Sapphire Martini, Very Berry Cosmo, Blue Carnation

Tall & Refreshing:

• Red: Americano, Cape Codder, La Berceuse, Watermelon Wave
• White: Gin & Tonic, Caipirinha, Vodka Collins, Atone-Mint
• Blue: Blue Hawaiian, The Something Blue, Hpnotiq Margarita, Air Force One

Blended:

• Red: Strawberry Daiquiri, Strawberry Margarita, Hawaiian Margarita, Tamarind Margarita
• White: Pina Colada, Limey Cocktail, Kappa Colada
• Blue: Blue Bayou, Chi-Chi

And don't forget the classic red, white and blue Jell-O shots!

Happy 4^th of July America!