Race day is more than just fast cars and roaring engines; it’s an experience that combines thrilling sportsmanship with unparalleled camaraderie. What better way to elevate this Indy 500 celebration than with the perfect cocktails? Whether you’re hosting a viewing party or tailgating at the Speedway, these drinks will set the pace for an unforgettable day. Payless Liquors is here to help you gear up with the best race day cocktails that are sure to make you the pit stop of the party!
1. The Brickyard Breeze
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. cranberry juice
- 1 oz. pineapple juice
- Splash of club soda
- Lime wedge for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Add the vodka, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice.
- Top with a splash of club soda.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
The Brickyard Breeze is a refreshing cocktail that pays homage to the iconic bricks of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It’s light, fruity, and perfect for sipping throughout the race.
2. Speedway Sangria
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle red wine
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup soda water
- Assorted fruits (oranges, lemons, berries)
Instructions:
- In a large pitcher, combine red wine, brandy, orange liqueur, orange juice, and lemon juice.
- Stir in the assorted fruits.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, add soda water.
A delightful mix of fruits and wine, the Speedway Sangria keeps the fun going for hours. It’s as festive as it is delicious—ideal for group settings.
3. Pit Stop Punch
Ingredients:
- 2 cups white rum
- 1 cup coconut rum
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1/2 cup grenadine
- Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large punch bowl, mix together white rum, coconut rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, and grenadine.
- Add ice and stir.
- Garnish with pineapple slices and maraschino cherries.
Kick back and relax with a tropical Pit Stop Punch that transports you from the bleachers to a beachside paradise.
4. Turbocharged Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. tequila
- 1 oz. triple sec
- 1 oz. lime juice
- 1/2 oz. agave syrup
- Salt for rimming
- Lime wheel for garnish
Instructions:
- Rim a glass with salt and fill with ice.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and agave syrup.
- Shake well and strain into the glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel.
This classic cocktail gets a turbo boost with a hint of agave. It’s the perfect way to bring some zest to your race day festivities.
5. Victory Lap Lemonade
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. bourbon
- 4 oz. lemonade
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- Lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add bourbon, lemonade, and simple syrup.
- Stir well.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel.
Victory Lap Lemonade is a sweet and tangy cocktail that celebrates the spirit of winning. It’s the perfect refreshment for those hot race days.
6. Checkered Flag Mojito
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. white rum
- 1 oz. lime juice
- 2 tsp sugar
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- Soda water
- Lime wedge and mint sprig for garnish
Instructions:
- Muddle mint leaves and sugar in a glass.
- Fill the glass with ice and add rum and lime juice.
- Top with soda water and stir well.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and mint sprig.
A classic mojito with a race day twist, the Checkered Flag Mojito brings a refreshing burst of mint and lime to keep you cool.
7. The Pole Position Paloma
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. tequila
- 1 oz. lime juice
- Grapefruit soda
- Salt for rimming
- Lime wedge for garnish
Instructions:
- Rim a glass with salt and fill with ice.
- Add tequila and lime juice.
- Top with grapefruit soda.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
The Pole Position Paloma is a refreshing and zesty drink that will have you feeling like you’re in the lead.
8. Finish Line Fizz
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. gin
- 1 oz. elderflower liqueur
- 1 oz. lemon juice
- Prosecco
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions:
- In a shaker, combine gin, elderflower liqueur, and lemon juice with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a flute.
- Top with prosecco.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
Effervescent and elegant, the Finish Line Fizz adds a touch of class to your race day celebrations.
9. Indy 500 Iced Tea
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. gin
- 1 oz. rum
- 1 oz. tequila
- 1 oz. triple sec
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- 1 oz. lemon juice
- Cola
- Lemon wedge for garnish
Instructions:
- In a glass filled with ice, combine vodka, gin, rum, tequila, triple sec, simple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Top with cola and stir.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge.
A potent mix worthy of the Indy 500, this cocktail is perfect for those who like their drinks with a kick.
10. The Grand Prix Martini
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. vodka
- 1 oz. dry vermouth
- Olive for garnish
Instructions:
- In a shaker, combine vodka and dry vermouth with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a martini glass.
- Garnish with an olive.
Simple yet sophisticated, the Grand Prix Martini is the perfect way to toast to a day at the races.
Conclusion
Hosting an Indy 500 viewing party or tailgating at the Speedway? Make sure you stock up on all your cocktail essentials at Payless Liquors. With our wide selection of spirits and mixers, we have everything you need to create these race day cocktails and more.
Remember to enjoy responsibly and may the best driver win!
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By incorporating these cocktail ideas into your Indy 500 celebrations, you’re sure to impress your guests and enhance the race day experience. Cheers to a fantastic race day!
