8 Easy-Yet-Vibrant Cocktails To Serve At Your Diwali Party

1. Rum and Coke

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2. Vodka Lemonade

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3. Gin and Tonic

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4. Whisky Ginger

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5. Mojito

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6. Tequila Sunrise

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7. Mango Spritzer

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8. Screwdriver

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