Wow -- Fourth of July. High humidity, grilled burgers, fireworks, and paint-by-numbers patriotism, all on the same day. Naturally, as a summer holiday, it's usually an excuse for drinking. You can buy a case of Red, White and Blue and pound 'em with your brother-in-law, but what's the fun in that? Why not try a few themed drinks that are icy-cool?

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4.  Coconut Mojito at China Grill, Fort Lauderdale Hilton

2 oz. Bacardi Coconut Rum

Splash of Coco Lopez Cream of Coconut

Fresh mint leaves (6-10) 

1 lime quartered

Soda water 

Muddle lime and mint together. Fill glass with ice. Add Bacardi and Coco Lopez. Fill remainder of glass with soda water and stir. 

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​1. Red, White & Vodka by Eben Freeman, AltaMarea Group, NYC 

1 oz. PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur 

1 oz. vodka 

1 oz. white chocolate liqueur 

0.5 oz. simple syrup 

 Combine all ingredients in a shaker. 

Add ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish by floating pomegranate seeds on top.

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