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Celebrate Independence Day with a touch of Disney magic! Whether you’re hosting fireworks watch party or hosting a bbq in your backyard, these 4th of July cocktail recipes inspired by beloved Disney characters will add a sparkle of fun and fantasy to your 4th of July festivities.

Plus, get some tips for how to add some Disney magic to your Fourth of July party or event!

1. 1. Mickey’s Star-Spangled Spritzer
2. 2. Pluto’s Patriotic Pina Colada
3. 3. Mushu’s Red, White, and Boom Margarita
4. 4. Flounder’s Firecracker Fizz
5. 5. Liberty Square Lemonade
6. 6. Stitch’s Stars and Stripes Martini

1. Mickey’s Star-Spangled Spritzer

Kick off your 4th of July celebration with Mickey’s Star-Spangled Spritzer! This vibrant 4th of July cocktail features layers (how to layer cocktails) of red cranberry juice, white wine, and blue curaçao, topped with club soda . Finish with a mini American flag garnish for a truly patriotic touch.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz cranberry juice (red)
• 1 oz white wine (white)
• 1 oz blue curaçao (blue)
• Club soda
• Mini American flag garnish

Instructions:

• Fill a glass with ice.
• Layer cranberry juice, white wine, and blue curaçao into the glass over ice.
• Top with club soda and garnish with a mini American flag.

Quick Tip: Decorate with Disney patriotic flair! Use red, white, and blue decorations with Disney characters like Mickey, Minnie, or Buzz Lightyear. Hang American flags alongside Disney-themed banners and balloons.

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2. Pluto’s Patriotic Pina Colada

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with Pluto’s Patriotic Pina Colada. This festive 4th of July cocktail inspired by the famous Disney pup combines creamy coconut, smooth rum, and vibrant blue curaçao, with a sweet strawberry puree layer for a splash of red. Edible glitter adds an extra dash of holiday magic.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz coconut cream (white)
• 1 oz rum
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 1 oz strawberry puree (red)
• Crushed ice
• Edible glitter

Instructions:

1. Blend coconut cream, rum, and ice until smooth.
2. Layer blue curaçao on bottom of cocktail glass, pour rum blend on top, followed by strawberry puree.
3. Top with whipped cream and edible glitter.

Quick Tip: Dress as Disney characters! Encourage guests to come dressed as their favorite Disney characters in patriotic colors. Consider a costume contest with Disney-themed prizes for added fun.

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3. Mushu’s Red, White, and Boom Margarita

Celebrate in explosive style with Mush’s Red, White, and Boom Margarita! This cocktail layers tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and blue curaçao with a bold splash of “dragon fire” red grenadine. A white sugar rim and a sparkler garnish make this drink a booming showstopper.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz tequila
• 1 oz triple sec
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 1 oz grenadine (red)
• White sugar rim
• Sparkler for garnish

Instructions:

• Rim the glass with white sugar.
• Shake tequila, triple sec, and lime juice with ice.
• Pour tequila mixture in cocktail glass and layer grenadine and blue curaçao.
• Garnish with a sparkler.

Quick Tip: Serve Disney-fied food and drinks. Serve themed snacks like Mickey-shaped sandwiches, Minnie’s bowtie pasta salad, or Buzz Lightyear’s rocket-shaped popsicles.

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4. Flounder’s Firecracker Fizz

Light up your 4th of July party “under the sea” with Flounder’s Firecracker Fizz! This fizzy concoction mixes vodka, blue curaçao, and lemon juice, topped with club soda and a sprinkle of edible glitter. A mini American flag garnish completes this sparkling, patriotic drink.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz vodka
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 1 oz lemon juice (white)
• Club soda
• Edible glitter
• Mini American flag garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix vodka, blue curaçao, and lemon juice.
2. Top with club soda and edible glitter.
3. Garnish with a mini American flag.

Quick Tip: Have a Disney Movie Marathon! Set up a viewing area with a projector or TV to screen classic Disney American tales like “The Great Mouse Detective” or “Pocahontas.”Provide blankets or chairs for guests to relax and enjoy the movies.

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5. Liberty Square Lemonade

Raise a glass to freedom with Liberty Square Lemonade! This refreshing 4th of July cocktail features layers of tangy lemon juice, smooth vodka, blue curaçao, and a vibrant raspberry liqueur. Club soda and a dash of edible glitter add a festive, sparkling finish.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz vodka
• 1 oz lemon juice (white)
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 1 oz raspberry liqueur (red)
• Club soda
• Edible glitter

Instructions:

1. Layer raspberry liqueur, lemon juice, and blue curaçao.
2. Top with club soda and edible glitter.

Quick Tip: Play Disney-themed games and activities.Organize Disney trivia games with patriotic twists or Disney character charades. Set up a craft station where kids (and adults!) can make Disney-themed patriotic crafts like American flag Mickey ears or Buzz Lightyear jetpacks.

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6. Stitch’s Stars and Stripes Martini

Celebrate the red, white, and blue with Stitch’s Stars and Stripes Martini! This tangy 4th of July cocktail blends gin, vermouth, and blue curaçao, with a striking layer of cranberry juice. Edible glitter and star-shaped fruit garnishes make this drink a dazzling centerpiece for your 4th of July festivities.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz gin
• 1 oz vermouth
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 1 oz cranberry juice (red)
• Edible glitter
• Star-shaped fruit garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix gin, vermouth, and blue curaçao.
2. Layer with cranberry juice.
3. Garnish with edible glitter and star-shaped fruit.

Quick Tip: Create a fireworks finale! End the night with a bang by watching local fireworks displays if available. Play Disney music during the fireworks to create a magical atmosphere.

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Cheers To 4th of July Cocktails (Disney Style)

Enjoy these colorful and festive cocktails for a magical and patriotic 4th of July celebration! With a touch of Disney flair and a few magic ingredients, you can celebrate independence day by getting your booze on with these Disney inspired 4th of July cocktails.

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