How to make an orange crush, Maryland's official state cocktail

WBUR

Published July 25, 2025 at 5:58 AM HST

For decades, orange crushes have been the go-to summer drink for Marylanders and Baltimore Orioles fans. And since June 1, the vodka-based beverage has been Maryland’s official state cocktail.

WYPR’s Scott Maucione reports.

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