Happy 4th to you!  Generally, the holiday includes sparklers, fireworks viewing, and a cookout with family and friends. 

In our house it also means sangria:  The perfect summer drink.  Despite being Spanish in origin, it seems to pair well with all kinds of cookout foods and is my favorite ‘go to’ beverage for 4th of July celebrations.  Also, it’s red.  That should count for something on the most renowned of the “red, white, and blue” holidays!  Here I’m sharing my current favorite sangria recipe.