Cocktails to Mark the Beginning of Spring
As the Spring Equinox has begun and the weather becomes warmer by the day, any good Spring afternoon could be topped off with a refreshing cocktail, combining fruity flavors with your favorite alcohols. If you want to create some while relaxing at home, here are some of the best cocktails to help you feel refreshed.
The Eastern Standard
Created by Belvedere Vodka
As Spring begins, welcome in the new season with Belvedere’s mixtures of garden-fresh flavors and all- natural ingredients.
1.5oz. Belvedere Vodka
.75oz. Simple Syrup
3-4 Mint Leaves
3 Cucumber Slices
Method: Place all ingredients except for cucumber into a shaker and shake. Strain spritz or coupe glass. Garnish with cucumber.
Spring Forward
Raise a glass to sunny weather with the Spring Forward, which delicately balances Grey Goose vodka with juicy pineapple and passion fruit for a refreshing cocktail with a kick.
45 ml GREY GOOSE® Vodka
30 ml Pineapple Juice
15 ml Aperol
15 ml Fresh Lime Juice
15 ml Simple Syrup
7.5 ml Passion Fruit Syrup
Method: Add all ingredients to an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake and strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube. Garnish with pineapple and a lime wedge.
Hendrick’s Gin Matcha Mojito
Created by Hendrick’s brand ambassador Mattias Horseman
Brighten up your stay at home with a matcha infused mojito.
2 parts Hendrick's Gin
½ a Whole Lime
2 Bar spoons Sugar (Demerara)
1-part Apple Juice
Top with a splash of Ginger Beer
Garnish with Mint Sprig & Cucumber Wheels
Method: Place half a lime, cut into quarters into the bottom of a tall glass. Add two bar spoons of brown sugar and 1 bar spoon of Matcha Tea Powder. Muddle the sugar, Matcha powder and lime until the sugar and Matcha have dissolved and mixed completely. Add mint and lightly press. Add crushed ice, Hendrick's Gin and Apple Juice. Mixing the drink using a long spoon ensuring well mixed. Add more ice if needed and top with a splash of ginger beer. Garnish with mint and English Cucumber.
Match Point From Rocco Forte Hotels
Created by Rocco Forte Hotels
Opt for something a little more elegant, perfect to enjoy on your rooftop on a Spring evening.
30ml Pimm's
20ml Amaro Averna
10ml Crème de Mure
10ml Lemon juice
Champagne to top up
Method: Gently mix Pimm's, Amaro Averna and Crème de Mure together in a glass. Add the lemon juice and stir. Pour the mixture into a coupette glass and top up with a touch of Champagne. Garnish with a strawberry.
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