Memorial Day Weekend: Relax with Holiday-Friendly Cocktails
Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer — and one of the biggest weekends of the year for backyard BBQs, graduation parties, lake trips, and gatherings with family and friends. Whether you're hosting a cookout, relaxing on the patio, or heading out for the weekend, Family Beer & Liquor has everything you need to celebrate the long weekend with great drinks and easy party planning.
Memorial Day Cocktail Recipes
Bright, fruity, and perfect for sharing, these cocktails are great for picnics, backyard gatherings, or any warm spring afternoon. They are colorful and fresh, making them an ideal choice for Memorial Day Weekend. They are also easy to make ahead.
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Very Berry Sangria
Serves 6
Ingredients
1 bottle dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
½ cup orange liqueur
1 cup sliced strawberries
½ cup blueberries
1 orange, sliced
1 cup lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
How to Make It
In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, orange liqueur, strawberries, blueberries, and orange slices. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to blend. Just before serving, add the lemon-lime soda or sparkling water for a refreshing sparkle.
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Frozen Watermelon Margarita
Serves 4
Ingredients
4 cups frozen watermelon cubes
6 oz tequila blanco
2 oz orange liqueur (like Cointreau)
3 oz fresh lime juice
1–2 tbsp agave syrup (optional)
Ice as needed
Tajín or salt for rim
How to Make It
Rim glasses with lime and Tajín/salt. Blend watermelon, tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave until smooth. Add a handful of ice if you want it thicker. Pour and serve immediately.
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Strawberry Bourbon Lemonade
Serves 6
1 cup bourbon
4 cups lemonade
1 cup sliced strawberries
8–10 mint leaves
Ice
Lemon slices for garnish
How to Make It
Add strawberries and mint to a pitcher and lightly muddle. Pour in bourbon and lemonade. Stir well and chill for 30 minutes. Serve over ice with lemon slices.
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Cucumber Vodka Collins
Serves 1
Ingredients
2 oz vodka
3 cucumber slices
1 oz fresh lemon juice
3/4 oz simple syrup
Club soda
Ice
Mint or cucumber ribbon for garnish
How to Make It
Muddle cucumber slices in a shaker. Add vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice. Shake well. Strain into an ice-filled tall glass.
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Ranch Water
Serves 1
Ingredients
2 oz tequila blanco
Juice of 1 lime
Sparkling mineral water
Ice
Lime slices
How to Make It
Fill a tall glass with ice. Add tequila and fresh lime juice. Top with sparkling mineral water. Stir gently. Garnish with lime slices and serve.
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Stock Up on Summer Favorites
Memorial Day is all about easygoing summer drinks. From domestic favorites and local craft beers to hard seltzers, canned cocktails, and refreshing wines, it’s the perfect time to fill the cooler and try something new.
At Family Beer & Liquor, you’ll find:
Over 1,300 beers
More than 2,400 wines
Thousands of liquor and ready-to-drink options
Mixers, ice, and party essentials all in one stop
Planning a party? Build your own “Mix 6” from our beer selection and let everyone sample something different.
Don’t Forget the Party Essentials
The best parties are the ones where you don’t run out of drinks halfway through the day.
Our website now features a handy Drink Calculator that helps you estimate how much beer, wine, liquor, and mixers you’ll need based on your guest count and event length — making party planning easier than ever.
And while you’re shopping, don’t forget:
Ice
Cups and napkins
Mixers and garnishes
Non-alcoholic beverages
Ready-to-drink cocktails
Cheers to Summer
Memorial Day is also a time to pause and remember those who served and sacrificed for our country. As we gather with family and friends this weekend, we’re grateful to be part of a community that continues to support local businesses and celebrate together.
From all of us at Family Beer & Liquor, we wish you a safe, relaxing, and fun Memorial Day weekend.
Stop in, stock up, and get ready for summer.
