What to drink in autumn? The days are gradually getting shorter again and autumn is just around the corner. No more warm sunshine and blue skies, instead a harsh, cold wind is now blowing. The time for sparkling summer cocktails is over for the time being. Instead, you’re in the mood for heart-warming drinks that will put a smile on your face despite the gloomy weather. We have 5 autumn drinks for you to make the cold days really cosy. Whether it’s a warm or sparkling cocktail or simply enjoying autumnal spirits neat – there’s something for everyone here. 1. Irish Coffee The Irish Coffee is ..read more

Finally! The temperatures are rising and cool drinks can be enjoyed in the fresh air again. It’s time to get the cocktail shaker out of the cupboard and sweeten the time with a few home-mixed cocktails.     Summertime is cocktail time. What better way to enjoy the sun than with a delicious cocktail to cool down? Perhaps you’re already dreaming of warm summer evenings that end with friends on the balcony, a fruity cocktail in your hand. Life can be so beautiful after all! It almost feels a bit like a holiday. If you want to bring that holiday feeling home, here are 3 delicious cockta ..read more

With our cocktails you can really make spring beautiful. It’s slowly getting warmer outside again and the first rays of sunshine are already tempting some people out of their doors. Snow and ice have disappeared and the grey sky has been replaced by a beautiful blue one. Gradually, everything outside is becoming more lively and the first flowers and bees are daring to come out again. A wonderful and carefree time lies ahead of us, because spring is just around the corner. Perhaps you are already longing to enjoy this wonderful time with a delicious cocktail on the balcony while the sun’s rays ..read more

There’s no doubt about it: barbecue season is in full swing. No matter which way we turn, the smell of smoke is in the air and we’re bombarded by the sights of folks baring just a bit too much sunburnt skin. Well, this heatwave isn’t gonna let up any time soon, so we might as well embrace it. After all, we’re hot, we’re sweaty, and all we need is an ice cold glass of something refreshing to cool us down. So with that in mind, here are our top 5 cocktails for the perfect summer barbecue. Photo courtesy of damndelicious.net   Raspberry Limoncello Prosecco (from damndel ..read more

A highly-anticipated summer of sport is upon us, and for cocktail lovers that means one thing: toasting the games with imaginative, themed concoctions. Wimbledon, the Grand Prix, the World Cup: this summer brings no end of entertainment for sports fans. Whether you’re a die-hard fanatic or a casual observer, it’s hard not to get drawn in by the drama of it all. Around the world, fans are uniting at watch parties to witness their heroes battle it out, and for amateur mixologists, this provides an opportunity to trial some daring cocktails. Need some inspiration for the next match? We’ve provide ..read more

There is a sea of crazy funked-up cocktail recipes out there and it can certainly seem overwhelming for anyone who doesn’t know that much about mixology. That’s why we decided to strip it back to basics and list a few classic cocktails you should know. Once you’ve conquered this list there are hundreds of variations on the classic ones that you can try and we’ve listed a few similar drinks to our “classic” ones so you can expand on your horizons when you’re ready. Check out the list below! *These classic cocktail recipes are inspired by The Washington Post.   1. Martini In ..read more

If you ever find yourself pushed for supplies, but really needing to get your cocktail fix then we’ve got the perfect solution. “Ad-hoctails”, first named and conceived of by Adam McDowell in his book Drinks: A User’s Guide, are a selection of traditional cocktails made from two or three easy to find ingredients. You’ll never find yourself desperate for, but unable to afford, a Mojito, White Russian or Daiquiri again! These ad-hoctails are perfect for people on a budget, those with very limited cocktail knowledge or perhaps for people hosting a cocktail night and looking for something totally ..read more

It’s Easter Weekend next weekend and that means family, maybe church, chocolate and lots of other tasty treats. If you’re looking for the perfect drinks to serve alongside your Easter Sunday Feast, then look no further than the great list we have compiled below. There’s great options for every drinks preference with options for fans of creamy cocktails or those who prefer fruity ones. Have a great Easter weekend!   Photo courtesy of domesticate-me   Blueberry Mojito Royale (from domesticate-me.com) Ingredients 1/3 cup blueberries (plus extra for a fancy blueberry swizzle stic ..read more

This Saturday is St Patrick’s Day, the day when everyone is Irish. Parades and parties will be taking place in pubs and bars across the world, and no doubt copious amounts of Guinness will be consumed. The day is a great excuse to have a celebrate and have a drink, even if you are only 1/64th Irish. But if you’re looking for something a bit different to drink this 17th March, then check out our great selection of recipes below.   Irish Mule // Photo via Fox and Briar The Irish Mule (from the Fox and Briar)  Ingredients 60ml Irish Whiskey 180ml Ginger Beer Juice of ..read more

It was #NationalAbsintheDay earlier this week and this got us thinking about the best ways to drink the infamous drink.  It is an anise-flavoured spirit derived from botanicals, including the flowers and leaves of the wormwood plant together with anise, fennel, and other herbs. It has a high alcohol content, which can range from 45-90%. It was a favourite among the Parisian Bohemian scene, where the drinks most acclaimed fans included painters such as Van Gogh and Toulouse Lautrec. It is believed by some to have hallucinogenic effects beca ..read more