As the summer wanes, some New Yorkers trade in their Nutcrackers for Honey Deuces, the traditional cocktail of the U.S. Open.

But if you can’t get your hands on tickets, you can at least get your lips on an unofficial Honey Deuce somewhere in the city.

The cocktail — which sells for $23 in commemorative cups at the U.S. Open — has been a fan favorite for years. According to sports business analyst Joe Pompliano , the tournament sold more than 550,000 Honey Deuce cocktails last year raking in more than $12 million.

But recently many area bars have put their own spin on the tennis-centric cordial.

Can't get a Honey Deuce? Try a 'Homey Deuce' from the comfort of your kitchen

Here is the recipe, care of Grey Goose:

1 ¼ oz vodka

3 oz lemonade

½ oz raspberry liqueur

3 honeydew melon b

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