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Safari Themed Mocktails & Cocktails

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at OR State chapter.

If you’re looking to check out Safari Glam this Friday, you might want something to drink while you’re getting ready. Whether you’re 21+ or just a freshman, we have the drink for you.

 

1. Swamp Water

 

If you’re looking for a drink that’s worthy of your Instagram feed, this is the colorful drink for you. Grab some sweet and sour mix, a few liqueurs, and some citrus fruits for garnish and mix this up in your favorite mason jar.

 

2. Hypnotize

 

If Kaa was your favorite character in the Jungle Book why not pray tribute to this sneaky snake? Check out this shot and trust me when I say that this one definitely packs a punch.

 

3. Tiger Juice

 

If you want to mix up some tiger juice for you and your friends start with orange gatorade, or orange juice, and add fruit slices and sugar as needed.

 

4. Tropical Banana Slush Punch

 

This tropical punch is filled with yummy bananas, which have antioxidants and lots of potassium to keep you strong and able to keep dancing all night long!

 

5. Tiger Claw

 

If you want a strong cocktail to end your week right, this is the choice for you. Start with brandy, add some yummy citrus extras and you’re ready to go!

 

6. Jungle Juice Cocktail

 

Tipsy Bartender has three variations of this classic party drink for you to try on for size. You can make strawberry jungle juice, pineapple jam, or the blue hawaiian. All are sure to be a hit and are great for a large group!

 

7. Sex in the Jungle

 

To make this sultry drink you mix vodka, rum, midori, blue curacao, lime juice, pineapple juice, and orange juice. If you’ve had a Sex on the Beach drink you’ll definitely love this fun new twist!

 

8. Jungle Juice Punch

 

If you’re checking out Safari Glam with your girl group, why not mix up this jungle juice punch recipe. All you need is lime sherbet, ginger ale, and pineapple juice and you’ve got a yummy citrus drink. If you’re 21+ just splash in your liquor of choice for an extra bite.

 

9. Disneyland Jungle Julep

 

If you’re dreaming out by the happiest place on earth for your summer vacay why not make one of their drinks to get yourself in the zone? All you need for this jungle julep is grape juice concentrate, grenadine, lemon juice, drink mix, sugar, pineapple juice, and water. This drink is perfectly pink and a sweet treat for the end of your week.

 

10. The Jungle Book Punch

 

Try this coconut punch on for size. It’s inspired by the upcoming Jungle Book movie and all you need is coconut pina colada mix, ginger ale, pineapple juice, and ice. Then you’re set and ready to go!

Tell us below what your favorite drink is!

Madeline is a Senior at Oregon State majoring in Merchandising Management and minoring in writing. She was the 2016-'17 president of Chi Theta Phi, a local design sorority on campus. If she's not in class, at a club meeting, chapter, or writing, she's probably spending time with her family, friends, walking her dogs, eating junk food, or watching too many crime, comedy, or fashion shows on Netflix. She likes cheese, dogs, creative projects, obnoxious animal prints, garage sales, farmer's markets, and generally just being silly. 
Katherine Borchers is a Junior at Oregon State University and is majoring in Digital Communication Arts. She is involved on campus with Res Life and So Worth Loving at Oregon State. You can find her procrastinating real life responsibilities, drinking coffee, and procrastinating some more. When she procrastinates, she loves to sing loudly (not well, either), read books, and do artsy-fartsy stuff.