With the turn of the season, it is time to let go of winter’s strong and spirit-heavy flavors to instead welcome the light and invigorating tastes of spring cocktails. Our new 2023 cocktail list is here, full of incredible seasonal drinks that will quench your thirst. Do you imagine something sweet, tart, and lively? Or an effervescent spritz? No matter what you fancy, we’ve got you covered. Contact our team to add any of these cocktails to your bar package. We can’t wait for you to try them out!
Garden Gin & Tonic
Our Garden Gin & Tonic is the perfect way to spruce up your traditional gin & tonic! You can get funky with this drink and add a multitude of garnishes. Use seasonal herbs and fruits to create a beautiful spring melody. Whether you are making a batch to share with friends or a single serving for self-indulgence, this unique cocktail is a sight for sore eyes.
Recipe:
2 oz Gin
0.5 oz Aquavit
3 oz Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnish: pickled fennel, grapes, fresh dill
1. Add the gin and Aquavit to a wine glass.
2. Fill with ice and stir.
3. Top with tonic and add garnishes.
The Melon Baller
We are calling all tequila lovers who have a sweet tooth for something special! The Melon Baller is a delicious and surprisingly strong tequila-based cocktail you can sip and enjoy. This drink is an excellent combination of sweet melon and tart lemon with the perfect tequila kick. It’s the best way to enjoy a spring evening, or to spice up any party.
Recipe:
1.5 oz Tequila
0.5 oz Sterlino Aperitivo
0.75 oz Lemon
0.5 oz Aelred Melon Aperitif
3 dashes of salt
1. Add the tequila, Sterlino Apertivo, lemon, Aelred Melon Aperitif, and salt into a shaker tin.
2. Fill the tin with ice and shake well until chilled.
3. Strain into a rocks glass, add fresh ice and garnish with a melon ball.
Elderflower Delight
Settle in to relax and enjoy this perfectly balanced cocktail as you experience the warmer weather of spring. The fresh, juicy orange flavor is highlighted by the delicate, herbal notes of elderflower, creating a genuinely captivating flavor combination. Take a sip and let the blend of flavors play beautifully together. Enjoy!
Recipe:
1 oz Vodka
0.75 oz Blood Orange Juice (Natalie’s)
0.5 oz Elderflower Syrup
0.5 oz Lillet Blanc
Top with Sparkling Water
1. Add the vodka, elderflower syrup, and Lillet Blanc into a shaker tin.
2. Fill the tin with ice and shake well until chilled.
3. Strain into a rocks glass, add fresh ice, top with soda water, and garnish with a dehydrated orange wheel.
Pimms and Palmer
This Pimms cocktail has an expertly balanced flavor profile straddling the line between sweet and tart. The unique flavor of this cocktail comes from its notes of Earl Grey, giving it a distinctive, aromatic taste. The Earl Grey notes add subtle complexity to the drink, making it an exceptional experience.
Recipe:
1 oz Gin
1 oz Pimms
0.5 oz Earl Gray Tea Syrup
0.75 oz Lemon Juice
Orange, Lemon, Lime Wheels, and Cucumber Wheel (Shaken in)
Top with Ginger Ale
1. Add the gin, Pimms, earl gray syrup, lemon juice, orange wheels, lemon wheels, and cucumber wheels into a shaker tin.
2. Fill the tin with ice and shake well until chilled.
3. Double strain into a rocks glass, add fresh ice, top with ginger ale, and garnish with an orange, lime, and cucumber wheel.
Watermelon Mint Sour Mocktail
This delicious mocktail is the perfect combination of sweet and refreshing. The watermelon provides a juicy, sweet flavor, while the mint adds a cool and refreshing kick. The duo of these flavors creates an irresistible, thirst-quenching drink that is sure to leave you satisfied. Enjoy this delicious mocktail anytime you need a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage!
Recipe:
2 oz Watermelon Juice
0.75 oz Lemon Juice
0.5 oz Mint Syrup
1. Add the watermelon juice, lemon juice, and mint syrup into a shaker tin.
2. Fill the tin with ice and shake well until chilled.
3. Strain into a coupe glass, and garnish with a mint sprig.
We hope you share your beautiful creations when you try these fantastic cocktails at home! Remember to tag us on social media! Do you want more spring cocktail options? Check out our other spring blog post. If you’re looking to add a special touch to your event, remember that all of these cocktails can be added to any package! Reach out to our team for the rest of our incredible cocktail menu. We are wishing you a happy and joyous spring season!