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In the spirit of patriotism (and fireworks and paid holidays) we present a festive three-part 4th of July weekender courtesy of SheKnows.com.

Here are our colorful ambassadors of independence, perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, pool parties and any other occasion where temperatures soar above 100 degrees.

The Sparkler:

Ingredients

1 ounce raspberry vodka

1 ounce elderflower liquor

Splash of sparkling rosé wine

Directions

Pour raspberry vodka and elderflower liquor into a champagne glass and top off with sparkling wine

The American Flag:

Ingredients

1 ounce cranberry juice

2 ounces hypnotiq

1 ounce watermelon vodka

Splash of club soda

Directions

1. Pour cranberry juice into the bottom of a martini glass

2. Shake Hpnotiq with watermelon vodka and slowly pour over cranberry so it floats on top creating a layer

3. Pour club soda over top of blue layer

The Firecracker:

Ingredients

1 lime, quartered

1/2 serrano chile, seeded

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

3 ounces tequila

Directions

1. Muddle lime with chile and sugar until well combined

2. Add ice and tequila and shake well

3. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice

4. Garnish with a lime slice if desired

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