Toast the Stanley Cup playoffs with two hockey cocktails

With the Stanley Cup playoffs set, these two hockey cocktails are ready for action.

As the Zamboni prepares the ice, the Stanley Cup playoffs are ready to begin and hockey fans are ready to shake up two hockey cocktails. With a nod to the two final teams, Dallas Stars and Tampa Bay Lightning, these two cocktails are delightful whether drunk on their own or paired with your favorite sports snacks.

While Jagermeister might be the official shot of the NHL, some hockey fans might prefer a little lighter libation. Although a beer or a Pepsi is always a nice choice, there is another option that hockey fans might want to discover, Riunite Lambrusco.

Do you remember those that classic Riunite Lambrusco jingle? Yes, “Riunite on ice, that’s nice” is the perfect saying for the Stanely Cup playoffs.

if you aren’t familiar with Riunite Lambrusco, it is a semi-sparkling red wine. It  easy drinking and goes with almost anything. Whether drunk on its own or mixed into a cocktail, it is time to rediscover why this beverage is just so nice.

Ahead of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Riunite Lambrusco created two hockey cocktails, one for the Dallas Stars and another for the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Here’s how to make these hockey cocktails.

Dallas Stars – A Star-studded Hip Check

Ingredients:

• 2oz Riunite Lambrusco
• .75 oz Blanco tequila
• 1 oz watermelon simple syrup
• .75oz lemon juice

Directions:

• Shake all but Riunite
• Rim glass with optional Tajin
• Top with Riunite Lambrusco

Bringing a nod to the Big D, this combination of Rinunite Lambrusco and tequila is quite tasty. With the Tajin on the rim, the combination of spicy and sweet delivers a big slapshot of flavor.

Tampa Bay Lightning – Lightning in a Bottle Red Sangria

Ingredients:

• 1 750ml bottle of Riunite Lambrusco
• 1 lemon, 1 orange, 1 peach, 1 ripe green apple, sliced
• ½ cup orange juice
• ¼ cup Brandy (optional)
• ¼ cup Triple Sec
• 1 can of lemon-lime soda

Directions:

• Combine the sliced fruit, brandy and triple sec in a pitcher
• Add Riunite Lambrusco, OJ and lemon lime soda.

This cocktail might be hotter than the action on the ice. While the flavors seem to bring the Florida beach vibe, the flavors are refreshing like a cool breeze.

No matter who drinks a celebratory cocktail from Lord Stanley’s Cup, these two hockey cocktails are perfect for the Stanley Cup playoffs. Why not shake one up and raise a toast to your favorite team.

What is your favorite sports cocktail?