Toast the upcoming national holiday with a red white and blue martini! The Fourth of July is the perfect excuse to break out the sparklers, fire up the grill, and raise a festive glass in celebration of freedom, fun, and summer vibes. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or toasting under the fireworks, these red, white, and blue martinis add a vibrant, patriotic twist to your party lineup. They're bold, beautiful, and guaranteed to impress your guests while showing off your star-spangled spirit.
Red White and Blue Martini
I was at a party in Iowa when a bartender first presented me with this red white and blue martini. Like any sensible person, I marveled over all the beautiful, patriotic colors. “What on earth is this sorcery?” I demanded, explaining that I HAD to share the recipe on my blog.
The dainty drink-shucker smiled and happily shared her secrets with me, as any logical person would because I'm equal parts awesome and persuasive. For all of you readers who would like a drink, you're welcome. This one's on me. In spirit, although probably not in actual real life. Please don't come to my house.
Red White and Blue Martini
Toast today's national holiday with a red white and blue martini!
Ingredients
- 1/2 oz Sprite, chilled
- 1/2 oz vodka, chilled
- 1/2 oz blue curacao
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- 1 maraschino cherry, with stem
Instructions
- Mix the Sprite and vodka, and pour into a martini glass.
- Use a spoon to break the surface of your liquid at an angle, and gently pour the curacao down the spoon below the clear layer.
- Gently drop the maraschino cherry into the glass, holding the stem up. Drizzle the grenadine down your stem. It will settle on the bottom along with the cherry.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1 drinkAmount Per Serving: Calories: 85Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 6mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 0gSugar: 10gProtein: 0g
If I pick up something cool like this red white and blue martini every time I go to Iowa…I'm inclined to say I should go to Iowa more often! Right?
Her tip to use a stemmed cherry to layer the ingredients is genius.
Go on and impress your friends with your red white and blue martini skills, or pin it for later. This would make a cool drink for 4th of July or Veteran's Day as well!
How are you showing your patriotism today?