The 4th of July is notorious for many things; watching colorful firework shows, grilling in the backyard, laying around the pool, baking at the beach, decking yourself out in red white and blue, and of course our personal favorite, celebrating with some delicious beer!

Whatever you’re doing to celebrate the 4th of July, don’t forget to stock the cooler with Cape May. Below are a list of five CMBC favorites that best pair with you 4th of July activities.

1. Oh Say Can You Sea Hard Seltzer

Nothing screams “Happy Birthday, America” like drinking a cold Oh Say Can You Sea Hard Seltzer! This patriotic hard seltzer is the perfect addition to any of your 4th of July celebrations. Crafted to taste just like a melted Rocket Pop, Oh Say Can You Sea features a tantalizing combination of cherry, lime, and blue raspberry flavors. This hard seltzer is perfect for sharing with friends and family. From your annual backyard BBQ to your local fireworks show, Oh Say Can You Sea is the perfect seltzer to enjoy this Independence Day.

2. The Bog

Everyone loves a good shandy on a hot summer day, but The Bog brings that to the next level. Our cranberry shandy is the perfect drink to enjoy with your hot dog or hamburger at your 4th of July BBQ. The Bog is a tart cranberry wheat beer blended with lemonade. It’s vibrant, yet refreshing while still packing tons of flavor. You’ll want to have your cooler stocked with this beer, because friends and family are going to love it!

3. Beachcasting IPA

To our IPA lovers, this one's for you! If you’re looking for a light IPA to ring in the 4th of July with, Beachcasting will be your go-to. Coming in at 4% ABV, this IPA makes the perfect beach beer because you can have more than one. Crack open a cold one and celebrate America’s Birthday!

4. Orange Crushin' It

You can’t celebrate the 4th of July without our notorious Orange Crushin’ It. Refreshing and great for the beach, Crushin' It is soon to be your summer staple. With Citra, Mosaic, and Azacca hops blending together to accentuate the fresh flavors of orange juice, Crushin' It is dry, approachable, and perfectly balanced. Relax in the sand. Enjoy a no shower happy hour. This beer is best paired with good friends, sunshine, and SPF 30.

5. Cape May IPA

There’s nothing more American than our Cape May IPA. The American IPA named for America’s Oldest Seaside Resort, Cape May IPA is loaded with floral and citrus notes, well-balanced with a zesty finish. A West Coast-style IPA brewed in the heart of the East Coast, it’s the beer that’s Crafted on the Cape. Watch your hometown firework show with a Cape May IPA in hand.