Patriotic 4th of July Cocktails by Sauza Tequila

With the 4^th of July around the corner, toast the U-S-A with the patriotic red, white and blue recipes below.  The summertime sips are perfect for every Independence Day occasion, whether you’re firing up the grill, sipping poolside or packing a picnic.

Looking to enjoy the day off without having to mix up a cocktail? Sauza’s newest sparkler is just the cocktail for kicking back and relaxing this summer- just pour new Sauza Sparkling Margarita Watermelon over ice and enjoy!

Blue Salute
Ingredients:

• 1 part Sauza Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
• ½  part DeKuyper Blue Curacao
• 2 parts frozen lemonade
• 1 ²̷₃ parts light beer
• Cherries (for garnish)
• Lime wedge (for garnish)

Preparation:

1. Combine all ingredients in a glass filled with ice.
2. Garnish with cherries and a lime wedge and enjoy!

Rocket’s Red Glare
Ingredients:

• 1 part Sauza Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
• 1 part frozen limeade
• 1 ½ parts light pomegranate juice (no sugar added)
• 1 part vanilla creme soda (or diet vanilla creme soda)
• Cherry (for garnish)

Preparation:

1. Combine limeade, pomegranate juice, tequila and vanilla creme soda in a glass filled with ice.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Garnish with cherry.

Frozen Firecracker
Ingredients:

• 1 ½  parts Sauza Blue Reposado 100% Agave Tequila
• 1 ½ parts frozen piña colada mix
• 1 ½ parts mango sorbet
• 2 parts ice
• Coconut shavings for garnish (optional)
• Pineapple slice for garnish (optional)

Preparation:

1. In a blender, combine tequila, frozen piña colada mix, mango sorbet, and ice until smooth.
2. Rim your cocktail glasses with coconut shavings and garnish with a pineapple slice.
3. Serve immediately.

About Sauza Tequila
Sauza Tequila, the world’s #2 premium tequila, is the perfect complement to a ladies night, allowing any moment to become a celebration. Each bottle of Sauza Tequila, the margarita’s favorite tequila, is carefully crafted using the finest agave from the renowned Sauza distillery in Jalisco, Mexico. Sauza offers a full line of tequila including Sauza Tequila Gold, Sauza Tequila Silver, Sauza Blue Reposado Tequila, Sauza Blue Silver Tequila and Sauza Sparkling Margarita. For more information please visit www.sauzatequila.com