US Open Honey Deuce Cocktail Culture And Preparation

At the US Open, the biggest stars aren't the only ones drawing attention during the summer months. Every summer, thousands of fans arrive at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center looking for a clear commemorative cup filled with a pink cocktail and topped by three green melon balls.

The Honey Deuce has become as closely associated with the US Open as packed sessions at Arthur Ashe Stadium, late-summer heat and the tournament's electric New York atmosphere. What looks like a simple courtside drink, however, requires months of preparation and an enormous agricultural operation behind the scenes.

Organizers coordinate extensive supply chains to ensure that every spectator holding the drink receives the exact same experience. The cocktail remains a defining symbol of the grand slam tournament's hospitality and fan engagement.

Millions of visitors have enjoyed the refreshing beverage while watching world-class tennis matches across the complex. This tradition continues to thrive as an essential part of the annual tennis spectacle.