Fourth of July is right around the corner, and no celebration of our nation’s independence is complete without the perfect cocktail. Whether you plan to relax in the backyard with a few friends or host the whole block, you’ll need a refreshing, ice-cold, All-American drink in hand to make the party complete. Jim Beam’s Master Mixologist Bobby “G” Gleason brings you a few easy, perfectly patriotic cocktails for your celebration this year.

Bourbon history mirrors U.S. history. Rebellion. Progress. Heroes. Facts. Legends. It’s why bourbon is, and will always be, America’s Native Spirit—a spirit the Beam family has had a tremendous hand in helping to create, foster and grow for over 200 years.

Honey White & Blue
*Created by Bobby “G” Gleason, Beam’s Master Mixologist

Ingredients:
· 2 parts Jim Beam® Honey

· 1 part Blue Curacao

· 2 parts White Cranberry Juice

· Juice of one half lime

Directions
Shake all but the Curacao and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Slowly pour the Curacao against the inside of the glass so that it sinks to the bottom. Garnish with a strawberry on the rim.

Berry American
*Created by Bobby “G” Gleason, Beam’s Master Mixologist

· 1 ½ parts Jim Beam® Original

· 2 parts Fresh Mixed Berries

· 1 part Fresh Lime Juice

· 1 part Simple Syrup

· Lemon-Lime Soda (to taste)

Directions
Combine all ingredients and shake together. Strain into a cocktail glass (can be served over ice). Garnish with fresh strawberries and blueberries.

Liberty Lemonade
*Created by Bobby “G” Gleason, Beam’s Master Mixologist

· 1 part Jim Beam® Honey

· 2 fresh Lemon Sour

· 4-6 fresh Blueberries

· Club Soda

· Simple Syrup

Directions
In a mixing glass, muddle the blueberries with a splash of simple syrup. Add the Red Stag by Jim Beam® Honey Tea, lemon sour and shake with ice then fine strain over fresh ice in a tall glass then top with Club Soda.
Garnish with 3 fresh blueberries and a lemon wheel on the rim.