Beverage

Blueberry and thyme are the most delicious combination, especially when mixed into a gin. I used Greenall’s Blueberry London Gin for this drink, but many of the flavoured gins will work well here.
Give your basic wine spritzer a bit of a zing with the addition of fresh herbs. The citrus and lime top notes of a good Sauvignon Blanc is perfect for this drink that you can enjoy when parked up on a sunny afternoon.
The silly season is upon us; time to rock out the bubbles! Champagne cocktails are delicious as a festive party starter. The recipe also works well with sparkling wine or prosecco. If possible, use fresh lime juice in this drink; it makes all the difference!
Citrussy and slightly sweet, the French 75 Cocktail dates back to World War I, and is a great alternative to the mimosa on Christmas morning.
The secret to this is to allow the chilli to marinate in the sugar syrup for at least a couple of hours before serving. The longer you leave it, the spicier it’ll be!

B52

This eye-catching shot is believed to have originated in the 1970s by a bartender and fan of the band the B52s. There’s no ice, so you might want to refrigerate the spirits before serving.
Not nearly as terrifying as its name would suggest, this blend of vodka, tomato juice and blood orange juice makes for a very pretty cocktail.
Cocktail lovers will know there’s currently no trendier drink on the scene than the Negroni. This recipe can be made straightaway, however if you have time, infuse a bottle of gin with rosemary for a few days prior to making your drinks for a refreshing cocktail that tastes of the outdoors.
Traditionally served in a copper mug because copper conducts temperature that keeps the mule cold, and because cold copper seems to intensify the fizziness, this ginger, lime and mint drink will taste amazing however you serve it!
This is so simple, and so refreshing after a walk or a bike ride. Add vodka or whisky to turn this non-alcoholic drink into a very special cocktail.
This play on the simple vodka lime drink is delicious and refreshing; perfect as an aperitif while you’re waiting for dinner.