Musical Mixology: The Best Festival Cocktail Tips

As the days grow longer and the air thrums with a certain electric anticipation, you know it's upon us: festival season. A celebration of music and style in a shared space where good vibes flow as freely as the laughter of friends. In this spirit of community, you may find yourself raising a glass with your fellow festival-goers. From the best drinks to order to campside cocktail tips, we’re here to help elevate your music fest plans.

Top Summer Festival Drinks

Many music festivals take place in the summer, or at least during a season when the weather is warm enough to be outside, so it makes sense that many of the best festival drinks lean into a more refreshing taste.

That could include a nice summer spritz — a drink that contains vodka, soda and some sort of flavoring. Mixing vodka or flavored vodka with soda makes for a delightfully fizzy drink. Try ordering some drinks featuring popular summer flavors, such as watermelon or peach, and explore our summer cocktail collection for more inspiration.

Keep the Line Moving

There’s one dreaded enemy of every festival goer: the drinks line. Now is not the time for fancy cocktails and intricate orders. By opting for simple, two-ingredient cocktails – think vodka soda or vodka cranberry — you’ll be doing yourself (and the bartender, and everyone else) a huge favor. These easy-to-mix choices get you back to the show faster so you can keep the good times flowing without missing a beat. See our top 6 most popular vodka drinks to order at the bar.

Opt for the Lighter Side

With the sun beating down and a full day (and night) of music ahead of you, it can be smart to opt for some lower ABV cocktails. These could include cocktails served in tall glasses with extra soda water or ice mixed in. And no matter what cocktail you choose, always make sure to drink responsibly. Pacing yourself and alternating drinks with water could be a smart idea. And in the U.S., no drinking under 21 years of age.

Sip on Something Stylish

When you go to all the trouble of planning your festival fit, you may want to extend that to the drink you have in hand. Could you coordinate your colors with a bright cocktail? Does the garnish go with your look? Regardless, opting for GREY GOOSE® Vodka is always a stylish choice.

Travel with Ease

If you’re allowed to bring your own alcohol to the festival campgrounds (check the festival rules) or the hotel you’re staying in, you’ll want to be strategic about what you take. Vodka mixes well with a lot of different ingredients, so it works wonderfully as a base spirit.

You also won’t want to lug your whole bar cart, so plan ahead to bring some drinks that travel well. That may include simple drinks, pre-made batch cocktails, or even our Classic Martini Cocktail in a Bottle.

This summer, let Grey Goose be the soundtrack to your festival story. With its smooth taste, signature style and seasonal flair, it’s perfect for any music or arts festival. But don’t stop there. You can also explore cocktails by musical genre, and check out cocktails for other summer occasions.