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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Elderflower prosecco with cucumber

Cocktail recipes

Elderflower prosecco with cucumber

Complete any summer party with this light elderflower prosecco cocktail, garnished with cucumber ribbons for...

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Gin caipirinha

Gin cocktail recipes

Gin caipirinha

Instead of cachaça, this zesty caipirinha recipe is made with gin; a great balance for...

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Boozy peach iced tea

Summer cocktail recipes

Boozy peach iced tea

A super-easy cocktail recipe for a crowd, our alcoholic peach tea recipe – made with...

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Cucumber and basil cocktail

Non-alcoholic drink recipes

Cucumber and basil cocktail

A non-alcoholic cocktail – made with cucumber, basil and lemon – is the perfect summertime...

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Elderflower fizz

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Elderflower fizz

This summer refresher is easier to make than you might think. A light and fragrant...

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Negroni punch

Summer cocktail recipes

Negroni punch

We’ve take a classic negroni recipe but increased the quantities (and added a little spritz) to...

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Peach and prosecco spritz

Summer cocktail recipes

Peach and prosecco spritz

If you’re after a true summer’s day cocktail, this seasonal spritz contains blitzed peaches, lemon...

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Aperol spritz

Summer cocktail recipes

Aperol spritz

Get into the spirit of summer with this classic Italian recipe. Chilled prosecco and Aperol...

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Classic negroni cocktail

Summer cocktail recipes

Classic negroni cocktail

Learn how to make this classic aperitif cocktail and serve alongside some delicious antipasti on...

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Pomegranate spritz

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Pomegranate spritz

A fruity cocktail for a hot summers day. Serve with extra pomegranate seeds.

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Three booze-free cocktails

Summer cocktail recipes

Three booze-free cocktails

Call them booze-free, mocktails or non-alcoholic drinks – serve these three up on a summery...

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Swedish mint julep

Summer cocktail recipes

Swedish mint julep

”I like my cocktails strong and bitter 
or spicy rather than fragrant or sweet, but...

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Pimm’s fizz

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Pimm’s fizz

This quick and easy Pimm’s cocktail serves one but it’s easy to make a jug...

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Cucumber cooler cocktail

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Cucumber cooler cocktail

Mark Sargeant’s cucumber cocktail recipe is cooling and refreshing – the perfect accompaniment for a hot...

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Orchard spritz cocktail

Summer cocktail recipes

Orchard spritz cocktail

As an alternative to champagne, serve this fruity cocktail at your drinks party.

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The Botanist Fizz

Christmas cocktail recipes

The Botanist Fizz

An easy-to-make cocktail recipe using lavender-infused gin, fresh lemon juice and topped up with prosecco....

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Hugo cocktails

Canapés and cocktails

Hugo cocktails

Learn how to make a Hugo cocktail, and transport yourself to a sunny Italian evening....

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Easy champagne cocktail

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Easy champagne cocktail

This easy champagne cocktail makes a great party aperitif. Try it for your New Year’s...

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Gin and strawberry punch

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Gin and strawberry punch

The ultimate cocktail punch recipe, made with gin, fresh strawberries and sparkling wine, to share...

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Pimm’s extra

Summer cocktail recipes

Pimm’s extra

Yes Pimm’s is great but a gin Pimm’s is a whole other level! Nectarines, cherries, cucumber...

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Lawnmower sling

Summer cocktail recipes

Lawnmower sling

A refreshing cocktail recipe made with Hendrick’s gin – with its trademark cucumber and rose...

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Strawberry gin fizz

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Strawberry gin fizz

We’ve combined some of our favourite ingredients to make this refreshing summer drink recipe –...

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Classic cosmopolitan cocktail

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Classic cosmopolitan cocktail

A proper cosmopolitan cocktail should be punchy, fruity and served short in classic martini glasses....

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Iced negus punch

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Iced negus punch

Iced negus punch is a cocktail recipe make with white port, spiced syrup and fresh...

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