In 1783, as King George III loosened his grip on the colonies and the Revolutionary War came to a close, citizens of our fledgling nation marked their hard-won freedom with cannon fire, feasts, and a whole lot of liquor. From Charleston to Providence, revelers raised their glasses again and again, throwing back 13 toasts for every state in the union.

Today, that star-spangled spirit lives on. Every Independence Day weekend, Americans pour more than $4 billion into beer, wine, and spirits.* Want to grab a slice of that red, white, and booze pie? Here’s how to craft a drink menu that’s bold and buzzworthy.

Flavor Revolution

This Fourth of July, toss restraint into the harbor and start your own cocktail rebellion. We’re talking drinks that dazzle — unexpected infusions, savory surprises, and patriotic panache served by the glass:

S’more to Love Cocktail

For this summertime sip, shake together equal parts chocolate liqueur and vodka, then strain into a chilled coupe glass rimmed with chocolate syrup and graham cracker crumbs. Top with a toasted marshmallow and a flurry of Magellan® Ground Cinnamon. It’s gooey nostalgia without the sticky fingers.

Spicy Pineapple Margarita

Equal parts heat and sweet, this margarita comes together with Rejuv® Pineapple Juice, Blanco tequila, Cointreau, and lime. Serve in a glass rimmed with Magellan Mango Habanero Seasoning. Garnish with a candied pineapple spear.

Patriotic Pickle Punch

Salty, punchy, and proudly unhinged, this conversation-starting cocktail blends gin, briny pickle juice, fresh lemon, a splash of simple syrup, and fresh dill. Serve with a sidecar of house-pickled veggies (think okra, asparagus, and green beans).

• Pro Tip: To boost check size, offer cocktail flights or mini pairings, so guests can sip their way through your entire holiday lineup.

Batch to the Future

Big weekend crowds call for big-batch brilliance. From boozy lemonades to frozen slushies and sangrias, high-volume heroes keep the line moving and the good times grooving.

Smart batching hacks for max impact:

• Scale with Strategy: Use a batching calculator to portion recipes based on projected demand. Always run a test batch to fine-tune flavor.
• Power Up with Rejuv: These shelf-stable juices and concentrates add bold, consistent flavor to punches, lemonades, and mixers — no slicing or squeezing required.
• Pitcher Perfect: Serving drinks by the pitcher keeps guests happy and prevents bottlenecks at the bar.
• Keep It Moving: Stir or shake between pours to keep flavor elements evenly distributed. There’s nothing worse than a weak first glass and a syrupy last one.

Mocktail Mavericks

Zero proof doesn’t mean zero fun. Shake up your mocktail game with these bold, patriotic sips that bring all the flavor and none of the buzz:

Coconut Creamsicle Slush

Whirl together orange juice, lime juice, coconut milk, and a drizzle of agave, then let the slushie machine do its thing. The result? A dreamy, creamsicle-inspired cooler that hits the sweet spot for kids and grown-ups alike.

Red, White, and Bleu

If you’re looking for a mocktail that’s bold enough to wear stars and stripes, here she is. This savory-sweet stunner pairs blueberry juice with lemon and a dash of Piancone Epicureo® Balsamic Vinegar for unexpected depth. Top with club soda and garnish with a bleu cheese skewer.

Cranberry Bombshell

In this not-so-average cranberry spritz, Rejuv Cranberry Cocktail gets a daring dash of cayenne. The bubbly beverage is balanced with simple syrup, lime, and ginger beer and garnished with a glitter-dusted cherry. Sweet, spicy, and seriously bold, this mocktail is like fireworks in a highball glass.

• Pro Tip: Track top-selling drinks to refine menus, optimize pricing, and inspire new flavor experiments for next year.