Try A Twist On Classic Cocktails
As summer hots up it seems cocktail-loving Brits will be keeping cool with a Mojito. New research has found that in the summer almost two thirds of Brits enjoy kicking back with a cocktail or two and from these, some 56% declared the rum-based Caribbean classic, the Mojito, to be their favourite.
The Martini was named the second most popular cocktail (19%), followed by Moscow Mule at 16%, while Tom Collins and French 75 were also highlighted in the survey on behalf of Halewood Wines & Spirits, distributors of premium spirits Whitley Neill Gin, Rum Sixty-Six and J.J. Whitley Elderflower Gin.
Teddy Getachew of the Exmouth Arms, Exmouth Market London says: “The Mojito is a long-time loved classic. It’s one of the most refreshing alcoholic summer drinks and the increased flavour variations have further widened its appeal.”
Whatever your tipple this summer try one of these twists on the classics:
Strawberry & Basil Mojito
Ingredients (serves one):
50ml Rum Sixty Six (6 year-old Extra Old)
25ml freshly squeezed lime juice
5-6 basil leaves
15ml strawberry syrup
Soda
1-2 course grinds of freshly milled black pepper
Method:
In a tall glass, muddle 3-4 basil leaves with 25ml of freshly squeezed lime juice, and top with whole ice cubes.
Pour over 15ml of strawberry syrup and 50ml of Rum Sixty Six 12 year-old Family Reserve.
Top with soda and garnish with basil leaves, a halved strawberry and 1-2 course grinds of black pepper.
Rhubarb and Ginger Mule
Ingredients (serves one):
50ml Whitley Neill Rhubarb and Ginger Gin
15ml Lemon Juice
Top Lamb & Watt Hibiscus Tonic
Garnish: Orange Slices
Method: Take a highball glass and fill with cubed ice. Pour all ingredients into the glass and give it a quick stir to infuse. Add your garnish, sit back and enjoy.
Elderflower & Apple Collins
Ingredients (serves one):
50ml JJ Whitley Elderflower Gin
60ml Cloudy apple
15ml Lemon
Top Lamb & Watt Cucumber Tonic
Garnish: Mint Sprig
Method: Take a highball glass and fill with cubed ice. Pour all ingredients into the glass and give it a quick stir to infuse. Add your garnish, sit back and enjoy.
Rum Sixty Six, Whitley Neill Gin, J.J. Whitley Gin and Lamb & Watt Tonics are all available online from Amazon.
Rum Sixty Six, Whitley Neill Gin, J.J. Whitley Gin and Lamb & Watt Tonics are distributed by Halewood Wines & Spirits.
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Moira Chisholm
I'm the Health Editor on My Weekly and am always interested to hear what's new in this fascinating field. I also deal with the gardening, shopping pages, general features, our website content and the Ask Helen problem page. I have a special interest in Christmas content because I'm on the team for Your Best Ever Christmas Magazine, too!
