Summer cocktail recipes
As soon as the sun makes an appearance, so should your favourite summer cocktails. From a twisted mint julep to our famous Pimms punch, we’re here to make sure you’ve got an array of tipples to enjoy in summertime.
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Bicicletta cocktail
Perfect for aperitivo hour in the garden, a bicicletta cocktail is easy to make. The bitter bite from the Campari is delightfully refreshing.
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Classic daiquiri
The classic daiquiri is a combination of rum, lime and sugar. It’s the original sour cocktail – learn how to make it.
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Champagne cocktails
Classic mimosa
We always thought a classic mimosa was a fancy name for buck’s fizz, but there’s a difference. Discover our tips for making the best mimosas.
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Spicy cocktails
Spicy margarita ice lollies
The zingy, fresh flavour of a margarita is always enhanced by a prickle of chilli heat – and these lollies are the perfect way to cool off.
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Espresso martini ice lollies
An espresso martini is always a good idea. Turn the cocktail into summery ice lollies, with a dash of double cream for extra indulgence.
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Aperol spritz ice lollies
The Aperol spritz is Italy's gift to the world of summer cocktails. Guess what? It tastes even better frozen into ice lollies.
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Sex on the beach
The sex on the beach cocktail was hugely popular in the 1980s for its pleasing two-tone appearance. Learn the secrets to this sweet favourite.
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White sangria
This white sangria is a refreshing take on the more common red-wine based Spanish sharing drink, made for sunny days in the garden.
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Brazilian-style lemonade
Inspired by Brazilian lemonade, made by whizzing limes with condensed milk, our take has added lemon and mint to keep it really refreshing.
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Jalapeño mezcal margarita
Are you partial to a margarita? This is the best version of the cocktail we’ve come across. Wait until you try it!
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Strawberry spritz
Our strawberry scorcher is based on a Bicicletta, an Italian spritz with Campari, white wine and soda water. A gorgeous summer cocktail.
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Spicy martini
Fans of the dirty martini, listen up! Swap the olive for a pickled green chilli to make a spicy martini. It's the perfect summer sundowner.
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Long Island iced tea
For something with such a large amount of booze in it, a Long Island iced tea is surprisingly drinkable and refreshing. But be careful!
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Cuba libre
Rum and coca cola with a lime wedge can sound a bit dull – calling it Cuba Libre is much more romantic, don't you think?
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Raspberry mojito
Fresh and zesty, the addition of raspberries to a classic mojito gives the cocktail a pink hue and extra tangy sweetness.
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Strawberry daiquiri
Fruity, light and seriously drinkable, a strawberry daiquiri is summertime’s best friend. This strawberry version makes the most of summer's biggest berry.
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