Drinks for Your UT Tailgate

As the Tennessee Volunteers are making their way through yet another thrilling season, it’s time for fans to start planning their perfect UT tailgate. And what could be more spirited than sipping on an orange drink and cheering on the radiant orange and white team? From revitalizing citrus punch to deliciously tangy cocktails, we have the perfect orange drink recipes to keep your spirits high and your thirst quenched throughout the game. So, prepare to raise your glasses high and toast to the Vols!

Vol’s Victory Punch

This drink is perfect for showing off your UT spirit—its vibrant orange hue is sure to impress your fellow tailgaters. It’s an ideal mix of tangy, sweet, and boozy, making it the ultimate game-day companion.

Ingredients:

• 2 bottles of prosecco (or any sparkling wine)
• 4 cups of fresh orange juice
• 1 cup of vodka
• 1 cup of triple sec
• Oranges for garnish
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a large punch bowl or pitcher, pour in the prosecco, orange juice, vodka, and triple sec.
2. Stir until well mixed.
3. Slice some oranges and add them to the mix for an extra touch of orange.
4. Fill your punch bowl or pitcher with ice cubes to keep your drink chilled throughout the tailgate.
5. Serve in glasses garnished with an orange slice and keep the “Vol’s Victory Punch” flowing to keep the spirits high!

Orange and White Delight

This cocktail is another celebration of the Tennessee Volunteers’ vibrant orange and white colors. It’s tangy, refreshing, and perfect for savoring during the game. Plus, its gorgeous color will definitely add to your tailgate atmosphere.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces of vodka
• 1 ounce of triple sec
• Juice of 2 fresh oranges
• 1 ounce of lime juice
• 1 ounce simple syrup
• Orange slices and mint for garnish
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, add the vodka, triple sec, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
2. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake well until the mixture is well chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.
4. Garnish with an orange slice and a sprig of mint.
5. Serve the “Orange and White Delight” immediately and enjoy the game with this tangy, refreshing, and color-coordinated cocktail.

Nodding Neyland

This cocktail, named “Nodding Neyland,” embodies the spirit of Tennessee Volunteers’ fans while embracing the white color scheme. It’s creamy, and luscious, and has a hint of citrus from the orange garnish.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces of white rum
• 1 ounce of coconut cream
• 1 ounce of simple syrup
• 1/2 ounce of lime juice
• Orange slices for garnish
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, add the white rum, coconut cream, simple syrup, and lime juice.
2. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously until the mixture is well blended and chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.
4. Garnish with an orange slice and serve immediately.
5. Revel in the game with this creamy, delightful “Nodding Neyland” cocktail.

Remember to enjoy responsibly and cheer loudly for the Vols!

As we gear up for another electrifying football season, these tailor-made cocktails are sure to elevate your game-day experience. Whether you’re savoring the tangy “Orange and White Delight” or indulging in the creamy “Nodding Neyland”, every sip will be a toast to the indomitable spirit of the Vols. To ensure the highest quality for these cocktails, we recommend purchasing your ingredients from The Wine & Spirits Cellar in Maryville, Tennessee, known for its wide range and top-notch selection. So, here’s to a season full of thrilling victories and memorable celebrations – enjoy responsibly and Go Vols!