Food and Recipes Drinks Cocktails Azalea Cocktail 5.0 (2) 2 Reviews This is best served with a pimiento cheese sandwich. By Ivy Odom Ivy Odom Ivy is an Editorial Producer for Dotdash Meredith and hosts an array of lifestyle videos. She also authors a bi-monthly recipe column for Southern Living. Ivy has over four years of experience as on-camera talent across multiple platforms, including TikTok, Snapchat, television, and other social channels, as well as extensive producing and editing experience for TikTok. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on February 17, 2024 Recipe tested by Southern Living Test Kitchen Recipe tested by Southern Living Test Kitchen The Southern Living Test Kitchen has been publishing recipes since 1970, four years after the first issue of Southern Living Magazine appeared on newsstands. The Southern Living Test Kitchen team includes a team of professionals with deep expertise in recipe development, from pastry chefs and grilling experts to nutritionists and dietitians. Together, the team tests and retests, produces, styles, and photographs thousands of recipes each year in the state-of-the-art test kitchen facility located in Birmingham, Alabama. Learn more about the Southern Living Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Hands On Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Raise a glass to the Masters Tournament with the azalea cocktail. Here at Southern Living, we love tuning into the tournament each year to see the immaculate azaleas lining the course. This cocktail honors those beautiful blooms. Southerners will take just about any excuse to entertain. In the fall, we look forward to football tailgates. In the winter, we invite our friends over to cheer on our favorite basketball teams from the comfort of our homes. But in the spring, we're focused on Augusta, Georgia. While only a lucky few can attend the Masters Tournament each year, we all turn on our TVs to enjoy the traditions carried on at Augusta National Golf Club. From the $1.50 pimiento cheese sandwiches to the champions' dinner menu and the iconic green jackets, there's no place quite like Magnolia Lane. Learn how to make an azalea cocktail, and enjoy one whether you're in view of Amen Corner or enjoying the match from home. What's in an Azalea Cocktail? An azalea cocktail is made with: Pineapple juice: Adds sweetness and a subtle tropical note.Fresh lemon: For brightness and tang.A splash of grenadine: Gives this cocktail its flower-inspired hue. This pink beverage is a delightful sipper for any spring afternoon. Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Can You Make a Big Batch of Azalea Cocktails? While our recipe below makes one Azalea Cocktail, feel free to stir together a large batch as you host a crowd for this year's Masters Tournament. Ingredients 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 2 oz. pineapple juice 2 oz. gin or vodka 1 splash grenadine Lemon slice to garnish Directions Combine ingredients: Combine the first four ingredients in a large glass or small pitcher. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Add ice to pitcher: Add ice, and stir. Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Strain: Strain the mixture and pour over a glass filled with ice. Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Add a lemon wheel: Garnish with a lemon, and serve immediately. Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Rate It Print