Raise a glass to your pup with these dog-themed cocktails
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Story By Bailey Gilliam
Dog lovers, perk up your ears! We’ve fetched the best dog-themed cocktails just for you. These canine-inspired drinks will have even the pickiest boozehounds wagging their tails for more. But remember, these drinks are for humans only — keep them away from your furry friends.
Salty Dog
If you enjoy the classic Greyhound cocktail, you’ll love the Salty Dog. This twist is a bit sweeter, just like your pup. With a hint of spice from the Tajin or chili salt, it’s the perfect balance of tangy and refreshing.
Ingredients
2 ounces Hilton Head Distillery Vodka
4 ounces grapefruit juice
Tajin or chili salt
Directions
Add all ingredients to a shaker tin with ice, and shake until the tin is frosted. Rim a glass with Tajin or chili salt. Strain into the glass over ice.
Tito’s Tropical Tail Wagger
The best part about a staycation? Not only can you spend it with your dog, but you can also mix up a Tito’s Tropical Tail-Wagger to enjoy while you do, turning your day into a pawsitively fabulous tail-gating party.
Ingredients
2 ounces Tito’s Handmade Vodka
3 ounces orange sparkling water
2 ounces guava nectar
1 ounce pineapple juice
Directions
Add all ingredients to a glass with ice, and stir. Garnish with a pineapple slice and pineapple leaf.
Other pet-themed cocktails
The Fuzzy Poodle: A refreshing blend of peach schnapps, vodka, orange juice and a splash of grenadine, garnished with an orange slice and a cherry.
The Meowjito: A twist on the classic mojito, featuring white rum, lime juice, sugar, fresh mint leaves and soda water, beautifully garnished with a mint sprig.
The Whisker Sour: A smooth mix of bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup and an optional egg white, topped with a lemon twist.
