Cheers to That!

It's a summer for celebrations, that's to be sure, and our well-lubricated recipe archive should have you smick and smack for sippin' all season long. From a Blueberry Smash to White Sangrias to a Bourbon Slush—whatever your pleasure, we've got the key. 

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  Absinthe Frappé

  Just in time to combat the summer vapors

• Image courtesy of Jewel of the South

  Bartender Chris Hannah's American Orange Punch

  World-renowned bartender Chris Hannah of Jewel of the South in New Orleans serves up this large-batch punch for Independence Day festivities, featuring a full bottle of bourbon, porter beer and citrus.

• Bayou Mosquito

  Sip—don't swat—this Bayou Mosquito

• Blueberry Smash

  A potent pairing for summer dessert

• Image courtesy of Brustman Carrino Public Relations.

  Chef Brian Landry's Bourbon Slush

  A refreshingly-boozy bourbon beverage to cool off your Fourth festivities, from the Chef at the Hot Tin Bar in the Pontchartrain Hotel.

• Photo by Brei Olivier

  Dale's Daiquiri

  A well-spiced treat to enjoy at home

• Photo by Brei Olivier

  Marigny Mule

  Grapefruit and tarragon do the trick

• Cheryl Gerber

  Rum Cocktails from Roulaison

  Two tipples with New Orleans rum

• White Sangria

  Steve Staples offers a white sangria recipe for an ideal summer beverage

• Yambilini

  A popular Opelousas version of the martini