By Rose Kennedy

Bar chefs and mixologists from Boston to Seattle shared red, white and blue creations from shooters to martinis and one white-chocolatey after-dinner drink. Others drew on All-American ingredients like Makers Mark, fresh oranges and ripe red strawberries to give the drinks patriotic flair and our recipe for Artillery punch comes straight from the files of a retired Brigadier General.

First All-American Cocktail: Boston Pops Martini
Pop Rocks candy creates a sugared rim for a fireworks explosion.

4th of July Shooters
Enjoy the fireworks with this layered shooter.

Artillery Punch
Combine sherry, bourbon, brandy and wine for a potent concoction.

Tropical Sky
A ruby-hued twist on tea, topped with a festive garnish

All-American Whiskey Stone Sour
"America's Native Spirit" — bourbon — combines with fresh orange and lime juices

Spiked Strawberry-Red Iced Green Tea
Choose vodka or light rum to spice up this crowd-pleasing fruity favorite.

A.J.'s American Punch
This patriotic punch gets its kick from Champagne and bourbon.

Summer Beer
Try this tall, cooling mix with All-American ingredients.

Photos by Rose Kennedy except where noted otherwise