As the football season ramps up, there’s no better way to enhance the excitement of game day than with a lineup of signature cocktails, handpicked by NFL legends. This season, Crown Royal, the award-winning whisky brand, brings you an exclusive collection of cocktails curated by renowned NFL stars such as Deuce McAllister, Jamaal Charles, AJ Green, Fred Taylor, Joe Thomas, DeMarcus Ware, Vince Wilfork, and Andrew Whitworth. Each recipe, featuring the versatile and smooth Crown Royal Deluxe, is designed to elevate your watch parties to a whole new level. So, let’s gear up to make your NFL gatherings unforgettable with these champion-worthy cocktails!
The Royal Whisky Sour
Crown Royal’s Signature Gameday Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 0.5 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Lemon Peel + Brandied Cherry (optional).
The Saints Whisky Sour
Deuce McAllister’s Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 1 oz Lemon Juice
- 2 oz Pineapple Juice
- 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Pineapple Wedge + Pineapple Leaves (optional).
The KC Whisky Sour
Jamaal Charles’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 3/4 oz simple syrup (adjust sweetness to liking)
- 3/4 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Lemon Slice or Cherry (optional).
Cincy Crush
AJ Green’s Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.25 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 0.25 oz Orange Liqueur
- 0.5 oz Orange Juice
- 0.25 oz Lemon Juice
- Top with 2 oz Lemon Lime Soda
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Orange (optional).
Crown & Ginger
Fred Taylor’s Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 4 oz Ginger Ale
Directions:
- Garnish with Lime Wedge (optional).
Brown & Orange
Joe Thomas’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
- 3 dashes Aromatic Bitters
Directions:
- Serve on one large ice cube.
- Garnish with Orange Peel (optional).
America’s Sweet Tea
DeMarcus Ware’s Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 2 oz Lemonade
- 3 Dashes Aromatic Bitters
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Lemon Wheel (optional).
Texas Tea
Vince Wilfork’s Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 2 oz Lemonade
- 3 Dashes Aromatic Bitters
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Lemon Wheel (optional).
Royal Rampage
Andrew Withworth’s Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.25 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 0.75 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
- 0.75 oz Champagne
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Lemon Peel (optional).
Sweet Carolina
Carolina Panthers’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 2 oz Sweet Tea
- 0.75 oz Mint Simple Syrup
- Splash of Lime Juice
Directions:
- Rocks Serve in Tall Glass.
- Garnish with Lime Wheel + Mint (optional).
Royal Packers Punch
Green Bay Packers’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 0.5 oz OJ
- 0.5 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.5 oz Black Tea Syrup
- Top with 1 oz Lemon Lime Soda
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Lemon Wheel (optional).
Colts Cooler
Indianapolis Colts’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.25 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 0.25 oz Peach Liqueur
- 0.5 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.25 oz Simple Syrup
- 2 oz Watermelon Juice
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Watermelon Wedge (optional).
Royal Shandy
LA Chargers’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 0.75 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
- 2-3 oz American Lager (to fill)
Directions:
- Rocks Serve.
- Garnish with Lemon Wheel (optional).
Minneapolis Miracle
Minneapolis Vikings’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 3 Muddled Blackberries
- 0.75 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.5 oz Honey Syrup
- Top with 1 oz Club Soda
Directions:
- Serve Over Crushed Ice.
- Garnish with Lemon Wedge + Blackberries (optional).
Royal Cherry Ice
Philadelphia Eagles’ Signature Crown Royal Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Deluxe
- 3 oz Cherry Juice
- Splash Grenadine
- Top with Club Soda
Directions:
- Rocks Serve in a Tall Glass.
- Garnish with Lime Wheel + Cherry (optional).
As we wrap up, we hope these NFL legend-endorsed Crown Royal cocktails have added an extra layer of excitement to your football season. Tailored to please diverse palates, these recipes are not just drinks but a celebration of the spirit of the game. Perfect for your next watch party, each cocktail promises to score points with your guests, making you the MVP of hosting. Remember, whether it’s a thrilling win, a narrow defeat, or just another game day, these Crown Royal Deluxe cocktails are sure to be the highlight of your NFL watch parties. Here’s to great games, great company, and exceptional drinks. Cheers!