Memorial Day marks more than just a long weekend and the beginning of summer. It’s a time to remember, reconnect, and relax. Whether you’re firing up the grill, gathering with friends, or raising a quiet glass in gratitude to those in the service, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a well-crafted drink.
This year, celebrate with Memorial Day cocktails that showcase Coppercraft’s award-winning spirits – each one steeped in craftsmanship and built for moments that matter.
6 Memorial Day Cocktails to Toast to at Your BBQ
Front Porch Iced Tea
Smooth, strong, and crafted for the long weekend, this bourbon-forward iced tea is a nod to classic American summer flavor with Coppercraft craftsmanship at its core.
- 2 oz Coppercraft 9-Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- 3 oz unsweetened black iced tea (chilled)
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey + hot water)
- Lemon wheel and mint sprig, garnish
Fill a shaker with ice. Add Coppercraft 9-Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey, lemon juice, and honey syrup. Shake briefly to chill and mix. Strain into a tall glass filled with ice. Top with chilled iced tea and stir gently. Garnish with a lemon wheel and fresh mint sprig.
Holland Breeze
Bright, tropical, and built around the rich complexity of Coppercraft Holland to Holland Rum.
- 2 oz Coppercraft Holland to Holland Rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Dash of Angostura bitters
- Mint sprig and lime wheel, garnish
Shake all ingredients (except bitters) with ice. Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass. Add a dash of bitters on top. Garnish with mint and lime.
Copper Mule
A refreshing twist on a classic, with a clean vodka base and plenty of zip.
- 2 oz Coppercraft Vodka
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Lime wedge and mint, garnish
Fill a copper mug with ice. Add vodka and lime juice. Top with ginger beer and stir. Garnish with lime and mint.
Gin Lemonade Spritz
Herbal, sparkling, and a favorite for outdoor brunch or early evening toasts.
- 1.5 oz Coppercraft Gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz Thatcher’s Organic Elderflower Liqueur
- Top with club soda or sparkling water
- Lemon wheel and herbs (like thyme or basil), garnish
Combine gin, lemon juice, and elderflower liqueur in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a tall glass with fresh ice. Top with sparkling water and garnish.
Bourbon Peach Smash
Juicy, bold, and packed with early summer flavor.
- 2 oz Coppercraft Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Half of a ripe peach, sliced (or 1 oz peach purée)
- 0.5 oz lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Mint leaves
- Peach slice and mint sprig, garnish
Muddle peach slices and mint with lemon juice and simple syrup in a shaker. Add bourbon and ice, shake well. Strain into a rocks glass with ice. Garnish with peach and mint.
Lakeshore Negroni
A Michigan take on a timeless cocktail, built with Coppercraft Gin.
- 1 oz Coppercraft Gin
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz Campari
- Orange peel, garnish
Stir all ingredients over ice until well chilled. Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube. Garnish with an expressed orange peel.
This Memorial Day, don’t settle for basic beer. Reach for something with character. Whether you’re toasting with bourbon, rum, gin, or vodka, Coppercraft spirits are distilled with purpose and rooted in craftsmanship.
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