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Party-Pleasing Cocktails

Whether you prefer your beverage straight up, on the rocks, or with a twist, we have a collection of festive cocktails sure to spice up any adult gathering.

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Shortcut Sangria

If the debate in your friend circle is always "red wine or white wine," then try offering this chilly beverage at the next gathering. Red wine lovers will appreciate the dry flavor while white wine fans will certainly note the bright, fruity undertones of this cooling drink. Buy extra ingredients for a double batch–the first one often mysteriously disappears.

Recipe: Shortcut Sangria

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