Best Summer Drinks: 7 Delicious Cocktail Recipes for the Warm Seasons
Are you on the hunt for some of the best summer drinks to impress friends and family this summer?
In this week's blog, we’ve compiled a list of the 7 best summer drinks that are sure to please the crowd, with non-alcoholic options too!
Best Summer Drinks: The Classic Mojito
The refreshing nature of this classic Cuban cocktail makes it a firm favourite. Offering a sweet and citrusy flavour, the Mojito is a must when relaxing on a hot summer's day, and it is surprisingly simple to make. Take a look at this recipe for the next addition to your summer drinks menu.
Best Summer Drinks: Aperol Spritz
For a taste of the Mediterranean, why not try an Aperol Spritz? This cooling, fizzy concoction is not only one of the best summer drinks in the UK, but also one of Italy’s most popular drinks. Bring the taste of the Italian sun into your back garden and check out the recipe for Aperol Spritz on the BBC Good Food website.
Summer Cup Mocktail
One of the best summer drinks to make at home, the Summer Cup Mocktail combines fruity garnishes with refreshing ice and lemonade, ideal for cooling down on a warm summer's day. Suitable for the whole family, the Summer Cup Mocktail is as fun to make as it is to drink. Follow this recipe to try it for yourself!
English Garden Cocktail
English Garden Cocktails are a quintessentially British addition to our collection of the best summer drinks. This perfectly balanced cocktail makes use of natural ingredients, showcasing the British countryside in a glass. Easy to make and pleasant to sip in the sun, this recipe for an English Garden Cocktail is definitely one to enjoy this summer.
Sea Breeze
If you like a dash of vodka, the Sea Breeze cocktail may be one to consider. This refreshing beverage marries fruity flavours of cranberry and grapefruit with boozy vodka and ice, easy to replicate with this simple recipe.
Pink Gin Iced Tea
Iced tea is popular in the summer months; why not add a drop of pink gin for a tasty twist? The recipe for this unique and delicious cocktail can be found on the BBC Good Food website and contains a sophisticated mix of chamomile, gin, rum, elderflower, grapefruit and thyme; the perfect summer flavours to enjoy while relaxing in the garden.
Non-Alcoholic Tropical Fizz
A Tropical Fizz is a non-alcoholic show-stopper. Containing tropical fruits and juices, this drink enhances the summer holiday atmosphere, and the easy-to-follow recipe makes it accessible to everyone.
Now that you can try your hand at creating some of these show-stopping cocktails and mocktails at home, why not visit us at Balmer Lawn Hotel to experience some of the gorgeous summer drinks that we can offer?
Book a table at The Lodge Bar & Kitchen for a beautiful outdoor dining experience in the sun, or sit back and relax for a meal and a range of drinks at our Beresfords Restaurant! Wherever you choose to enjoy them, our friendly staff at Balmer Lawn Hotel are looking forward to treating you with some tasty cocktails and mocktails this summer.
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