Happiness is ... Refreshing Spring Cocktails
Happiness is ... welcoming the vibrant energy of Spring with a refreshing and delightful drink. It's time to soak up the sun and gather some friends because there's nothing better than quality time with a cocktail in hand.
Whether you're hosting a garden party, enjoying a sunny afternoon, or simply wanting to unwind these brighter ways with a refreshing beverage, these Spring-inspired concoctions are sure to tickle your taste buds and lift your spirits.
Strawberry Basil Smash
Ingredients:
- 2 oz vodka
- 4-5 ripe strawberries
- 4-5 fresh basil leaves
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Ice
Method: Muddle strawberries and basil leaves in a shaker. Add vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Fill with ice, shake well, and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a strawberry and a basil lead.
Lavender Lemonade Sparkler
Ingredients:
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz lavender syrup
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 4 oz sparkling water
- Fresh lavender sprig (for garnish)
Method: Combine gin, lavender syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling water and gently stir. Garnish with a sprig of fresh lavender.
Cucumber Mint Cooler
Ingredients:
- 2 oz white rum
- 6-8 cucumber slices
- 5-6 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz fresh lime syrup
- 1/2 oz agave syrup
- Soda water
- Cucumber ribbon and mint sprig (for garnish)
Method: Muddle cucumber slices and mint leaves in a shaker. Add rum, lime juice, and agave syrup. Fill with ice, shake, and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with soda water and gently stir. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a mint sprig.
Elderflower Spritz
Ingredients:
- 2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 3 oz prosecco
- 1 oz soda water
- Lemon twist (for garnish)
Method: Fill a glass with ice and add elderflower liqueur. Top with prosecco and soda water. Gently stir and garnish with a lemon twist.
Peachy Paloma
Ingredients:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz peach syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- Sliced peach and grapefruit wedge (for garnish)
Method: Combine tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and peach syrup in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with club soda and gently stir. Garnish with a sliced peach and a grapefruit wedge.
Say cheers to the beauty and happiness of Spring! Grab cute and trendy homeware from Typo and give these recipes a go, perfect to serve when you're hosting next.
Shop the freshest seasonal ingredients at Greenwood Grocer or Romeo's IGA and stock up on your liquor from Romeo's IGA.
Step into Spring and Find Your Happy at Greenwood Plaza! See what else is on in-centre this spring here. 🌸