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    Home » Appetizers

    Arkansas Tailgate

    Published: Sep 27, 2012 · Modified: Aug 24, 2023 by thekitchenprep · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Arkansas Razorbacks game day recipes and cocktails! These appetizers, sweet treats & drinks are perfect for a Razorbacks Tailgate!

    This post may contain affiliate links, which means that, at no extra cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you click a link and purchase an item I’ve recommended. Thanks for your support in running this blog!

    It might sounds strange to dub college football fans "the most polite tailgaters in the SEC", but that was my experience when we were present for a game day in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

    Etiquette awards aside, when you're in town for an Arkansas tailgate, you'll also get to experience the classic game day excitement and Hog pride that makes Arkansas fans happy to welcome visitors for a great time.

    Arkansas Football Facts

    A few facts about the Arkansas Razorbacks:

    • Location: The University of Arkansas is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas
    • Stadium: Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium
    • Mascot: Big Red the Razorback
    • Team Colors: Cardinal and White
    • Team Saying or Chant: "Woo Pig Sooie!"
    • Marching Band: The Razorback Marching Band
    • Fight Song: "Arkansas Fight"

    Arkansas Football Food

    If there's one place it's totally ok to "pig out", it's at an Arkansas Tailgate. These Razorback-themed cocktails, appetizers and desserts pay homage to the pig:

    • Cocktails: Arkansas Razorback Cocktail, Notorious P.I.G.
    • Appetizers: Razorback Dip, Pig Shots
    • Desserts: Razorback Chex Mix, Possum Pie
    Arkansas Razorback Cocktail - Charlie Southern
    This cocktail is one potent piggy! Made with vodka, rum, kahlua and amaretto, it's a sweet little sipper that's perfect for toasting a win.
    Check out this recipe
    Arkansas Razorback Cocktail - Charlie Southern
    Notorious P.I.G. - The Guardian
    Almost a bourbon sour, but blackberry, hazelnut and apple round out the flavours in this refreshing game day cocktail.
    Check out this recipe
    Notorious P.I.G. - The Guardian
    Razorback Dip - Only in Ark
    When it’s time to call the Hogs in Arkansas, it’s the perfect time for this Razorback Dip...“Woo Pig Sooie”!
    Check out this recipe
    Razorback Dip - Only in Ark
    Pig Shots - Great Grub Delicious Treats
    These delicious pig shots are the ultimate appetizer recipe that is packed with flavor from the thick, crispy bacon, smoked sausage, cream cheese mixture, jalapenos, and a honey BBQ glaze that are oven-baked.
    Check out this recipe
    Pig Shots - Great Grub Delicious Treats
    Arkansas Razorbacks™ Chex™ Snack Mix
    Get ready to call the hogs with this Cardinal and White sweet snack mix—Rice Chex™ cereal and peanuts are coated in melted white vanilla baking chips, topped with red sprinkles and mixed with red chocolate candies.
    Check out this recipe
    Arkansas Razorbacks™ Chex™ Snack Mix
    Possum Pie - Gonna Want Seconds
    You may be wondering what a "possum" is doing at a "Hogs" tailgate. Possum pie is a cool, creamy, southern pie with a decadent triple layer filling cradled in a buttery pecan shortbread crust, and I assure you, you'll want it wherever you are.
    Check out this recipe

    Game Day Essentials

    If you're looking to show your Razorback team spirit at the tailgate, you'll want to check out my Arkansas Razorbacks Tailgate Essentials shop page, where I've curated some game day essentials that will make you the talk of the tailgate.

    No matter what team you're rooting for, you'll need the fundamentals such as tailgate chairs, tables, grills, speakers and accessories. I've compiled some of the best-rated tailgate essentials in my Football Season shop page, so make sure to check those out as well!

    More Themed Tailgate Recipes

    Interested in exploring tailgates for the other SEC teams? Take a look at my the other posts in the Tailgate Thursday series:

    • Alabama Crimson Tide
    • Auburn Tigers
    • Florida Gators
    • Georgia Bulldogs
    • Kentucky Wildcats
    • LSU Tigers
    • Mississippi State Bulldogs
    • Missouri Tigers
    • Ole Miss Rebels
    • South Carolina Gamecocks
    • Tennessee Volunteers
    • Texas A&M Aggies
    • Vanderbilt Commodores

    Don't forget to tag me and the recipe authors and show off your game day tailgate spread!

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    1. chineka says

      September 28, 2012 at 1:21 pm

      The maple bacon chocolate chip cookies look yummy. The pairing of bacon and sweet potatoes is clever. I'm going to have to try it out.

      Reply
    2. Teresa says

      September 15, 2013 at 10:56 pm

      Made the bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes for our Auburn-Mississippi State tailgate yesterday and they were a big hit - all gone in pre-game with none left for post-game snacking. Used maple syrup in the dipping sauce instead of honey and it was a great addition. Thanks for the great recipe!

      Reply

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