A Drink Guide for National BBQ Month
- May is National BBQ Month, which means it’s time to dust off our grills, break out the food, and – best of all – start enjoying some delicious drinks. While you may be tempted to reach for your favorite beer, instead, try out a new drink recipe that is guaranteed to be a guest favorite and is an easy way to kick your cook-off up a notch. In honor of National BBQ Month, we, here at Old Tennessee Distilling Company, are serving you a guide to the best drinks to pair with your favorite BBQ foods.
Mint Julep
Mint Julep is a southern classic that should be present at every cook-out. It makes a great compliment to southern BBQ foods and the bourbon in this recipe pairs perfectly with the rich flavors of any barbeque sauce.
To Make:
- 3 oz. Thunder Road Bourbon
- ½ oz. simple syrup or granulated sugar to taste
- 4-6 mint sprigs, one for garnish
Start by adding ice, simple syrup (or sugar), and mint leaves into a glass. Pour the bourbon on top and mix until combined. For a mintier flavor, muddle the mint leaves and sugar beforehand.
Watermelon Margarita
This refreshing and fruity cocktail makes a delicious addition to your BBQ meal. The sweet flavors pair especially well with the spice and flavors of barbequed chicken.
To Make:
- 3 oz. Watermelon Falls Moonshine
- 2 oz. lime juice
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- ½ tsp. orange liqueur
- 1 tbsp. margarita salt
Shake Watermelon Falls Moonshine, lime juice, simple syrup, and orange liqueur with ice in a cocktail shaker for 30 seconds. Press the rim of a glass into margarita salt and strain the drink into the glass. Garnish with a lime for serving.
Gin and Tonic
You can’t go wrong with a traditional gin and tonic, especially on a hot day. Try adding a twist to your traditional gin and tonic recipe by using flavored tonic water, such as lime. Your cook-out guests can enjoy sipping on this delicious drink while enjoying the beautiful summer weather.
To Make:
- 3 oz. Dumplin Creek Gin
- 4 oz. tonic water (flavored if desired)
- Lime wedge for garnish
Mix Dumplin Creek Gin and tonic water in a glass filled with ice. Garnish with lime for serving.
Take your barbeque cook-out to the next level by offering your guests a fun variety of tasty drinks that pair perfectly with flavorful barbecue foods. If you’re running low on any spirits needed for these recipes before your get-together, stop by Old Tennessee Distilling Company to stock up on what you need. Visit our website for other fun drink recipe ideas so that you can become the favorite bartender at all of your summer barbeque celebrations.
