Where to Drink Like Beyoncé and Watch the Texans Halftime Show on Christmas Day in Houston


Beyoncé poses with Maya Magarita at the SirDavis American Whisky launch party in Paris.
Cheers to Beyoncé this Christmas. | Kevin Mazur

In honor of Beyoncé’s halftime show at the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game at NRG Stadium, these restaurants and bars are hosting watch parties with themed drinks

Beyoncé has had a big year. Not only did she release her first country studio album in March, but she also launched her own whiskey brandSirDavis American Whisky, inspired by her great-grandfather, who was a moonshiner in the South during Prohibition. SirDavis Whisky hosted its official invite-only local launch party for the spirit on Thursday, December 19, at the Warwick in Houston, where celebrities like rappers Travis Scott and Slim Thug, singer and Destiny Child’s member Letoya Luckett, Bun B, Houston Rockets player Jaelen Green and partner Draya Michele, and NFL Hall-of-Famer and former Houston Texans player Andre Johnson attended.

And on Christmas Day, Houston’s hometown hero will perform at the much-anticipated halftime show at the Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game at NRG Stadium, which will stream on Netflix. To no surprise, Houston is already preparing, with a handful of restaurants and bars that are open, serving special whiskey-based drinks and cocktails for the occasion. So, whether you’re looking for a fun spot to watch the game or the perfect sip while at the stadium, here’s how to drink like Beyoncé on Christmas:

Attend official SirDavis American Whisky parties

Tipsy Lounge (4806 Almeda Road, Museum District, 77004), Urban Social (3917 Richmond Avenue, Upper Kirby, 77027) and Rockhouse (6025 Richmond Avenue, near Uptown, 77057) are gearing up for Beyoncé’s halftime performance with a host of special drinks featuring SirDavis Whiskey, plus photo booths, and a special viewing of the halftime show. Tipsy Lounge and Urban Social will open at 3 p.m., and Rockhouse will open at 2 p.m.

Fans can continue the celebrations after the game at 5015 Bar (5015 Almeda Road, Museum Park, 77004) and the Address (3333 Raleigh Street, near Medical Center, 77021) starting at 6 p.m.

Get Drunk in Love at NRG Stadium

A disco ball-style martini glass filled with a cocktail.
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NRG Stadium will serve its own lineup of themed drinks to celebrate Beyoncé’s halftime performance.

If you scored seats to the game at NRG, there will be plenty of opportunities to sip themed cocktails made specifically for the halftime show.

  • Texan Honey: his combination of TX Whiskey with lemon juice, honey syrup, and ginger beer is garnished with a sugar-coated lemon wedge and served in a souvenir cup.
  • Blazin’ Cactus: For a cocktail with some heat, try this concoction, which mixes 1800 Cucumber & Jalapeño Tequila with Grand Marnier, pomegranate syrup, lime juice, and club soda, with a garnish of lime, fresh jalapeno, and pomegranate seeds for added flavor.
  • Ruby Sparkler: Pucker up for this mixture of SKYY blood orange vodka, cranberry juice, prosecco, simple syrup, lime juice, and fresh cranberries.
  • Silver Spritz: Imbibe with a bit of sparkle. This spritz is made with Branson Phantom Cognac, blackberry syrup, lemon juice, club soda, fresh blackberries, and a dash of silver flakes.

All drinks will be served at NRG Stadium’s club-level bars: Horseshow Bar (Section 306); Star Bar (Section 313); Football Bar (Section 334); Spur Bar (341).