Get your guests in the fiesta spirit with drink recipes they’ll find deliciosa.
Instead, use recipes with fresh ingredients like fruit juice, herbs, spices, and citrus.
If you’re partial to tropical, refreshing flavorsand are fans oftequilaand rumyou’re in luck.
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If you love margaritas but crave something new, there are plenty ofeasy margarita upgradesto try.
Watermelon-Mint Agua Fresca
This mocktail is like chilledwatermelonin a glass, only better.
Swap the watermelon with honeydew or cantaloupe for a different take that’s just as refreshing.
Greg DuPree
It’s a lightened-up version of a margarita, perfect for Cinco de Mayo.
Make it non-alcoholic by swapping the gin with more club soda.
Chambord Lemonade Cocktail
Here’s a hard lemonade that’s so easy to make.
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This recipe’s shortcut, store-bought limeade, makes margarita magic to get your party started sooner.
Add deep red Lambrusco, an Italian sparkling wine, to mimic an enchanting evening sky.
Mexican Spicy Hot Chocolate
The beginning of summer may still elicit some chilly evenings where you live.
Victor Protasio
If your celebration involves gathering around a roaring fire pit, consider mixing up this five-ingredient, soul-warming treat.
Spicy Watermelon Margarita Ice Pops
Have you considered serving cocktails on a stick?
They’re the ultimate make-ahead, big-batch party treats you could serve in seconds.
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The “spicy” refers to a hit of cayenne, just enough to make things interesting.
Chambord Royale
Let’s not forget a nod to the French!
Combine ingredients (including grapefruit juice instead of grapefruit soda) in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Sang An
Shake vigorously and strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice.
The result is an effervescent drink that’s perfect for springtime celebrating.
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