The United States of Ameria is celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence! Semiquincentennial is the official term for 250 years. It’s a combination of three Latin terms, semi indicating half, quin meaning five, and centennial translating to 100. When combined, the literal translation is “halfway to 500 years”. While a quarter of a millennium may seem like a long time for mere mortals, the United States is actually a young country. But age is only a number, the important thing is the celebration!
As a food blogger, it’s no surprise that my focus is on the food and drink components of events. Burgers, brauts, dogs, and anything else grilled are all popular choices in the main dish category for this outdoor holiday. I have yet to decide on the sides for this weekend. I covered dessert for the upcoming gatherings earlier this week. That leaves the cocktail for today’s post, and this year’s libation is a colorful one!
A blend of citrus and peach flavors pairs up for a fruity and light sipper in this concoction. The festive blue color of the cocktail is courtesy of blue curaçao, as is the citrus in the flavor profile. Rum is used in this version, but vodka or gin can be used instead. Club soda tops off the spirits to keep it light and refreshing. And don’t forget the cherry on top!
Fourth of July Cocktail
Fourth of July Cocktail (adapted from thetoastykitchen.com)
Total Time Required: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 drink
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce blue curaçao
- 1 ounce peach schnapps
- 1 ounce white rum
- 3 – 4 ounces club soda
- 1 maraschino cherry
Directions:
Half fill a rocks glass with ice. Add the blue curaçao, schnapps, and rum to the glass and stir.
Add the 3 types of alcohol to the glass.
Top the cocktail with club soda and stir again to combine. Garnish the drink with a cherry and serve.
Top the cocktail off with club soda.
To make a pitcher of drinks, combine 12 ounces of each liqueur with 48 ounces of club soda. Stir to combine. Serve over ice with a cherry garnish.
Serve each drink with a cherry garnish.
Cheers to America’s 250th birthday! ~Linda
Fourth of July Cocktail (adapted from thetoastykitchen.com) Total Time Required: 5 minutes, Yield: 1 drink
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce blue curaçao
- 1 ounce peach schnapps
- 1 ounce white rum
- 3 – 4 ounces club soda
- 1 maraschino cherry
Directions:
Half fill a rocks glass with ice. Add the blue curaçao, schnapps, and rum to the glass and stir. Top the cocktail with club soda and stir again to combine. Garnish the drink with a cherry and serve.
To make a pitcher of drinks, combine 12 ounces of each liqueur with 48 ounces of club soda. Stir to combine. Serve over ice with a cherry garnish.