6 Picnic-Friendly Punches for the 4th of July

Here are six party punches that'll keep the party going long after the first sparkler is lit.
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Because the only thing more all-American than a 4th of July barbecue is a well-made cocktail, we've rounded up six summery drinks fit for a holiday gathering. Here are six party punches that'll keep the party going long after the first sparkler is lit.

Porch Punch
Porch PunchBourbon, fragrant orange flower water, and a happy marriage of Earl Grey and mint tea make for a memorable and simple summertime punch. Click here for the recipe. Photo: Justen Clay
Spicy Watermelon Margarita
Spicy Watermelon MargaritaFresh watermelon juice meets the cooling heat of jalapeno, tangy lime juice, a bit of salt and tequila. Click here for the recipe. Photo: Vianney Rodriguez
French 75 Punch
French 75 PunchEveryone’s favorite sparkling cocktail is now available in party size. Click here for the recipe. Photo: Teri Lyn Fisher
Spring Street Swizzle Punch
Spring Street Swizzle PunchTreat your friends to a tropical breeze, in the form of this orange-and-pineapple spiked rum punch. Click here for the recipe.Photo: Victoria Parmenter for Warehouse Charleston
Pitcher of Mojitos
Pitcher of MojitosIf one Mojito is good, isn’t a pitcher of Mojitos better? Click here for the recipe.Photo: Lara Ferroni
Sparkling Lemon Ginger Mocktail
Sparkling Ginger Lemon MocktailIn between burger bites and sparkler fun, give the kiddos (and the teetotaling grown ups) something extra special to sip on. Click here for the recipe.Photo: Courtesy of SnixyKitchen

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