While it’s important to stay hydrated with water, a long weekend paired with heat might also call for some boozy refreshments. After all, it is a birthday celebration and a day off work.
That’s right, it’s time to once again enjoy that very special long weekend that honours our fair nation’s birthday. This weekend is almost always hot, hot, hot — and it’s looking like this year, the weather won’t be any different, considering the heat wave predicted for many parts of Canada.
Since so many iced treats and drinks have gotten the alcoholic treatment in the last few years, we rounded up all the red and white ones to keep you quenched and patriotic this Canada Day long weekend. Pick a fave, grab a seat on your favourite deck chair and enjoy.
Monday-Off Margarita
Although margaritas tend to be on the salty & sour side, these fruity mixes are a nice twist on the tequila based drink.
Snappable Slushies
Boozy slushies bring a whole new element of refreshing to summertime cocktails. The contrast of slush with red wine makes the drink picture perfect — and patriotic.
Bae Sorbet
If you’re looking for a dessert in a drink, look no further than this milkshake-esque confection that has the colours of the Canadian flag. The ingredients are pretty straightforward and the combination looks so beautiful you would never even think it was that easy. This may be a one-time only type of cocktail, but it’s sure to wow your guests if you’re throwing a get together for Canada’s birthday.
Sangria Pitcher
What is summer without sangria? This fruity wine cocktail is ideal for a hot day, and it’s perfect for sharing. Plus, this certain colour scheme makes it an absolute must this weekend.
Gin & Bare It
Apparently gin goes just as well with strawberry as it does tonic! This patriotic spin on the classic cocktail is easy, and cute for the ‘gram.
If You Like Pina Coladas…
Then you’ll probably like this too. If anything will make you feel like you’re actually at an all-inclusive resort and not trying to prevent yourself from melting at a family barbecue this weekend, this drink will. Pinky Pina-Promise.
Pop Of Popsicles
Red + White = Watermelon Pink. These boozy pops are a surefire hit to keep cool this weekend.
Tequila Time
This tequila cocktail is part cocktail, part slushy, part dessert — and we are here for it. Farm fresh strawberries, tequila, coconut, pineapple, vanilla bean, cinnamon, and lime… how can you go wrong?
With a Fruit Skewer On Top
We give this drink an A+ for presentation. This fruit skewer provides the perfect colour juxtaposition for the pink drink — making it ideal for a Canada Day weekend hashtag.
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