Happy 4th of July! with smiles!

Celebrate America's birthday with a deliciously sweet berry cocktail!

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FRIDAY, JULY 4 INDEPENDENCE DAY Happy 4th of July!

Celebrate America's birthday with a deliciously sweet berry cocktail!

To make Patriotic Punch: Moisten rims of 4 to 6 glasses with water, then dip in salt. Set aside. Combine 6 oz. of cran-raspberry juice, 4 oz. of white grape juice, 4 oz. of pomegranate juice, 1 cup of raspberries, 12 oz. of raspberry vodka, 6 mint leaves and 2 mint sprigs in a pitcher. Stir and chill until ready to serve. Garnish glasses with mini flags and apple slices cut into star shapes. Tip: Use frozen berries to keep the cocktails extra cool. Makes 4–6 drinks

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