8 Recipes for a Festive 4th of July

July 03, 2013

Watermelon Cooler photo: Robert M. Peacock

Planning a cookout this 4^thof July? Fire up the grill and shake up a round with these Independence Day-inspired eats and drinks.

Watermelon Cooler (pictured)

No 4^th of July celebration is complete without some juicy watermelon, especially when it’s boozy and blended, like in this summery cooler.

Classic Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are as Americana as apple pie, and this recipe from a James Beard Award-winning chef is as good as they get.

Agua Fresca de Honeydew

Fruit waters help you stay cool and when entertaining outdoors, and this melony version hits the spot.

Barbadian Gin Punch Swizzle

Coconut water cocktails? Sign us up. We especially love this genever-spiked formula that can be easily multiplied for serving a crowd.

Blue Cheese-Stuffed Burgers with Zin-Onion Marmalade

Bolster your barbecue with this recipe for blue cheese burgers and an easy wine-soaked spread.

Homemade Blackberry Soda

Make the most of berry season with this DIY recipe for blackberry-herb soda.

Chocolate Stout Ice Cream Sandwiches

This decadent dessert gets a double dose of chocolate stout—both in the ice cream and cookies. The crunchy pretzels are a bonus.

Grasshopper Tart

Crème de menthe-spiked grasshopper pie is a minty summertime classic, and this updated version takes the cake.

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