Say ‘Bye Bye’ to Basic BackYard Barbecues With Tito’s Handmade Vodka

Bust out the barbecue and strap on your swimsuit, Memorial Day is almost upon us! The unofficial launch of summer is here, and we’re ready to celebrate in style.

Nothing says ‘Summer has arrived’ like firing up the grill for the very first time. The smell of charcoal in the air, the sizzle of something delicious, and of course, an ice cold drink to wash it all down.

This year, together with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Saucey’s making you the boss of your barbecue with alcohol-infused everything. We’re talking vodka barbecue sauce, vodka marinade, vodka ice cream… we’ll even tell you how to use Tito’s Handmade Vodka for a quick and easy clean-up solution. And because no three-day-weekend, holiday or barbecue is complete without an ice-cold cocktail, we’ve included some incredibly memorable Memorial Day drink recipes as well.  

With online ordering, delivery to your door in minutes, and our step-by-step guide to the bossest barbecue to date, there’s no excuse for a boring backyard barbecue this Memorial Day. Now let’s get grilling!

Long before you light the grill, you’ll need to decide what to serve. Sure, everyone loves a classic burger and hot dog event… but doesn’t it feel just a little bit basic to you?

Say ‘bye bye’ to basic and start your summer off right with a Spicy Vodka Marinade and smoky Vodka Barbecue Sauce you can make right on the grill.

Spicy Vodka Marinade

Shout out to The Sommelier Chef for this amazing Spicy Vodka Marinade. We suggest whipping up a batch with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and marinating pork medallions to make an amazing appetizer. Wrap your marinated medallions in bacon, securing with a sewer. Grill low and slow to let the marinade caramelize and crisp without burning. Remove and serve. Best of all, this one can be enjoyed by guests of all ages, as the alcohol in the marinade evaporates during the cooking process.

Check out the Spicy Vodka Marinade Recipe here!

Vodka-Rosemary Barbecue Sauce

Elevate your backyard barbecue experience with some authentic barbecue. We suggest topping your ribs, brisket, or chicken with Vodka-Rosemary Barbecue Sauce. A beautiful balance of savory with just a little sweet, Vodka-Rosemary Barbecue Sauce might just be our new go-to.

In our experience, Tito’s Handmade Vodka accentuates the sugar and spice of this sauce in all the right ways, making these two a match made in heaven… Or your kitchen.

The best thing about this recipe? It’s made with ingredients you probably have at home, and anything you don’t have you can get delivered to your door in minutes. So… What are you waiting for? Check out the full Vodka-Rosemary Barbecue Sauce Recipe on thehungarybuddha and order some Tito’s Handmade Vodka, it’s time to eat!

No celebration is complete without a cocktail (or two… or three), so we’ve come up with some exciting selections to choose from. If you’re feeling indecisive, feel free to serve them all and let your guests decide. This is the land of the free after all. Hot tip: stock up on miniature American Flags; not only are they a great decorative touch, they double as a drink stirrer.

Berry Lemonade Vodka Pops

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup Tito’s Handmade Vodka
• 3 cups lemonade
• 1/4 cup raspberries, chopped
• 1/4 cup blueberries, chopped

Instructions

1. Mix together lemonade and vodka.
2. Place a pinch of blueberries and raspberries in the pop mold.
3. Pour lemonade mixture to the top of the mold.
4. Freeze according to mold instructions.

Vodka-Lemonade

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 oz Tito’s Handmade Vodka
• 3 oz fresh lemonade

Instructions

1. Pour Tito’s Handmade Vodka into a glass over ice and add lemonade
2. Garnish with lemon or mint sprig

Summer Blood Orange Punch

Ingredients

• 5 oz Tito’s Handmade Vodka
• 1 bottle of blood orange juice, chilled
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 3 dashes bitters
• 2 cans (12 oz each) natural orange soda, chilled
• 1 blood orange cut into ¼ -inch-thick wedges and frozen

Instructions

1. Use approximately one cup of orange juice to fill ice cube trays and freeze.
2. To make punch, stir remaining orange juice, soda, lime juice, vodka, and bitters into a punch bowl.
3. Before serving, add frozen orange slices.
4. Add orange juice ice cubes as needed to keep chilled.

There’s no better dessert to kick off the start of summer than ice cream… especially when it’s been infused with Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

If you’ve ever made homemade ice cream, you should be familiar with the idea of adding vodka to your ice cream. Adding a tablespoon of unflavored vodka to your homemade ice cream will keep it smooth and creamy by helping to prevent crystallization (because vodka doesn’t freeze solid like the rest of the ingredients).

Even if you don’t have time to making your own ice cream from scratch, you can still enjoy alcohol-infused ice cream from the comfort of your home. Just grab a pint of your favorite high-quality ice cream or sorbet and let it soften on the counter for 20-30 minutes. Empty the container into a food processor or blender, add three ounces of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and blend. Pour your vodka milkshake into a freeze-safe container with a lid. For best results, freeze for a minimum of 6-8 hours before serving. Best served after the kids are in bed for the night.

There’s nothing more appetizing than the smell of the grill at the beginning of your barbecue, but it’s one guest that tends to overstay its welcome. Every Grillmaster knows that an unfortunate part of the game is spending the entire evening smelling like smoke. We’re here to change the game with Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Keep a small spray bottle of Tito’s Handmade Vodka mixed with your favorite essential oil on your kitchen sink. After you’ve closed the lid on the grill for the night gently spritz your attire with the mixture and soon you’ll be smoke free and smelling fresh, without missing any of the action.

Start your summer off right with the barbecue blowout of the century! Get started on party prep now with Tito’s Handmade Vodka delivered to your door in minutes. From prep to clean-up and everything in between, we’ve got you covered.