The food you’ve prepared is not quite ready, but at least all six of your guests have a drink in hand. The first round included two old fashioneds (one with rye and the other with bourbon), two beers, something “light and fruity” and a daiquiri—not…

The scariest tales of spirits I’ve heard involve the creation of “spooky punches.” You know the kind. They lurk in the depths of Pinterest, lingering in the ether of large gatherings. It’s there they prey on unassuming victims using coy terms like spooky, haunted, devil, blood, etc. The kitschy names and vibrant colors lure victims. Their cognition clouds with every sip. However, the real terror doesn’t occur until the next morning.

Festival season is about to be in full swing and—unless you’re attending a beer or wine festival—the drink selection will likely leave something to be desired. I’m not asking for a DIY Bloody Mary bar or bottomless mimosas, just a simple way to enjoy a slightly better drink while listening to live music. Certainly, if one is able to legally fill their quart-sized plastic zipper bag full of mini bottles and pass through the TSA, there is a way to elevate the outdoor drinking experience at a festival—it just requires some creativity.