Get ready for the first golf major of the year with our comprehensive guide to toast every moment at Augusta National.
The Masters Tournament is an exercise in tradition, where the green jacket represents the pinnacle of achievement and the Augusta National Golf Club’s wall of Azaleas provide a backdrop like no other in sports. This is the hallowed ground where Jack Nicklaus staged his historic 1986 charge and where Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson carved their legacies into the landscape of the Georgia pines. From the iconic pimento cheese sandwiches to the hushed reverence of the patrons, Augusta National is as much a culinary and cultural experience as it is a test of world-class golf.
As the first major of the year approaches this April 9–12, we’ve curated a daily cocktail guide designed to help you navigate the tournament from the Honorary Starters' opening tee shots to the final putt on Sunday. We have the right pour for every moment, whether you are channeling the steady nerve of Gary Player or the creative shot-making of Phil Mickelson. From the opening tee shots to the final putt on Sunday, here’s how to toast the 2026 Masters like a pro golfer.
Masters Day 1: Thursday
Kick off the tournament at Tea Olive, the challenging par-4 1st hole, with an Arnold Palmer. Named after the four-time Masters champion, this classic blend of tea and lemonade is the essential starter for any morning watching the early groups go out as they navigate the dogleg at Pink Dogwood (No. 2) and the strategically complex Flowering Peach (No. 3).
As the field moves toward the back nine and the tiered green at Juniper (No. 6), transition past Calamity Jane’s. There's no better way to close out the first day than with a nod to the bar at Berckmans Place, named after Bobby Jones’s legendary putter. Go with The Azalea, the unofficial cocktail of the Masters tournament, but keep your pace steady—there's still plenty of golf to play tomorrow.
If you were fancy enough to score a room at the Crow’s Nest, the legendary clubhouse loft for Amateurs, you’d be inviting people over for a celebratory nightcap. Might we suggest the Seven Over Par? If you didn't get invited to Augusta, that 7+ goes great while rewatching the day's highlights on ESPN from your couch.
Masters Day 2: Friday
Start your Friday at the bunker-heavy Pampas (No. 7) and the uphill Yellow Jasmine (No. 8) with a Transfusion. This golfer's staple is the perfect fuel for a morning spent tracking the field as they head toward the clubhouse at Carolina Cherry (No. 9) and prepare for the pressure of The Cut.
By the time the leaders plunge into the valley at Camellia (No. 10) and enter the treacherous stretch of White Dogwood (No. 11), it's time for a Bloody Mary. It provides a savory kick as players navigate the swirling winds of Amen Corner, crossing Rae’s Creek via the historic Hogan Bridge, Nelson Bridge, or Sarazen Bridge.
Wrap up the second round at Founders Circle under The Big Oak Tree with a John Daly. This cocktail gets its name from the legendary golfer known for his "grip it and rip it" style and colorful personality; it's essentially an Arnold Palmer spiked with vodka. As you celebrate the legends who built this hallowed ground, this version of the beverage is the ideal way to transition into the weekend while the gallery thins out for the evening.
Masters Day 3: Saturday
Moving Day begins at the deceptively difficult Chinese Fir (No. 14). Navigate the morning with a Screwdriver, a straightforward classic for a high-stakes Saturday. It's the perfect accompaniment as you watch the leaders tackle the Golden Bell (No. 12) and the par-5 Azalea (No. 13) to finish the most famous three-hole stretch in golf.
As the drama intensifies near Firethorn (No. 15), where eagles are made and dreams are lost, lean into the theme with our Water Hazard cocktail. This drink is the perfect companion for watching the world's best navigate the pond at Redbud (No. 16), whether they are skipping balls during practice or sticking it close during the heat of competition.
To end the night with a bit of clubhouse sophistication after the leaders finish the 17th (Nandina), we suggest a Shirley Temple. Even at the most prestigious golf tournament in the world, sometimes the smartest move is a refreshing non-alcoholic option to ensure you’re sharp for the final round and the eventual trip down Magnolia Lane.
Masters Day 4: Sunday
The final walk toward the Green Jacket begins on Sunday morning. Start your day with an Aperol Spritz, a bright and effervescent choice for the most anticipated day in golf. It’s a refreshing way to toast the final pairings as they prepare to face the pressure of the Second Cut and the Sunday pin placements.
As the leaders make their way toward the finishing stretch at Holly (No. 18), keep things crisp with a Whisky Highball. It's a sophisticated, clean drink that mirrors the precision required to navigate the final green. This is the time to reflect on the week, from the Champions Dinner the Tuesday prior to the legendary shots hit this afternoon.
Finally, celebrate the new champion at the Butler Cabin with a Pimento Cheese Martini. This savory, gin-based tribute to Augusta’s most famous snack, the pimento cheese sandwich, is the ultimate way to toast the presentation of the trophy and the end of another historic week in Georgia.
Just a reminder, as the weekend winds down: enjoy the spirits, but don’t go out like Tiger Woods. If you’re watching the tournament at a bar or a friend’s place and feel like you've been "over-served," play it safe and call an Uber. There’s no trophy for driving under the influence.
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