🎉 The Backyard Party Playbook
Crowd-pleasing wines, batch cocktails, and everything you need to host without missing the party.
Great bottles, easy cocktails, and a few shortcuts for your Labor Day gathering.
Labor Day weekend is the unofficial grand finale of summer: one of the last few times to fire up the grill, gather your favorite people, and make a plan that looks effortless (even if it isn’t). Whether you are hosting a backyard BBQ, poolside celebration, or a “just a few friends” situation that grows by the hour, we have the crowd-pleasing wines and spirits to keep the good times flowing.
From grill-friendly wines to batch cocktails, these bottles were made for sharing. Read more:
🍷 Crowd-Pleasing Wines: Levee & Loam
Big flavor. Easy drinking. Ready for a full table.
Levee & Loam wines are made for sharing, bringing together quality, character, and approachability, making them perfect for gatherings where the guest list is long and the glasses keep getting filled.
Try Levee & Loam Meritage Red Blend
A true art form in Bordeaux-style blending, this Meritage showcases the balance of texture, complexity, and structure. Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot create a rich foundation, while Malbec and Cabernet Franc add layers of depth and a seamless finish. A touch of French oak rounds out the blend, making it a versatile companion for everything from burgers and steaks to long conversations around the table.
🍹 The Big Batch Bar: Hamilton Rum Punch
Nobody wants to play bartender all afternoon. Mix once, enjoy twice.
Rum Runner Punch
Hamilton Rum + Liber & Co Toasted Coconut Syrup + pineapple juice + orange juice + lime
A little tropical, a little refreshing, and a whole lot easier than making 30 individual cocktails.
🌿 Mojito Station: Make It Ahead
Mojito Pitcher
Hamilton Rum + fresh lime juice + simple syrup + mint + soda water
Fresh mint, bright citrus, and enough rum to convince everyone summer isn’t over yet.
Or try : “The DIY Mojito Bar”
- Pre-mix rum, lime, and syrup
- Add mint and soda when guests arrive
- Let everyone customize their glass
🪣 The Backyard Gin Bucket
The easiest way to keep the party cool.
Perfect for:
- Ginebra 1L
- Ginbery’s London Dry Gin 1L
Citrus Gin Bucket
Gin + lemonade + sliced oranges + lemons + sparkling water
Forget complicated cocktails. Fill a bucket, add ice, and let guests help themselves.
🍷 Sangria: The Official Language of Backyard Hosting
One pitcher. Plenty of glasses. Almost no effort. Sangria might be the ultimate party hack.
For a crowd-pleasing twist, start with SĂ©ance Pinot Noir 2023. Bursting with aromas of rich pomegranate and ripe red cherries, this Pinot Noir delivers flavors of strawberry pie, hints of baking spice, and a long finish filled with juicy berry notes. Delicious on its own, or the perfect foundation for a pitcher of backyard sangria that keeps the party flowing.
🎉 Ready, Set, Host
From grill-side reds to pitcher-perfect cocktails, these bottles are designed for sharing. Stock the cooler, fill the ice bin, and enjoy the long weekend with friends, family, and a glass in hand.
Contact your Classique Sales Rep to order.
