As soon as the sun makes an appearance, so should your favourite summer cocktails. And with all of the ingredients for these summertime cocktail recipes available at your local Joyce’s supermarket, it couldn’t be any easier.
For all cocktail lovers, a peach and prosecco spritz is a must try. This summery five minute cocktail combines peaches, lemon juice, sugar, and of course prosecco. Begin by blitzing two stoned and diced ripe peaches, 2tsp lemon juice, and ½ tsp sugar in a blender or food processor. Pour the puree into a sieve (discarding the bits ) and divide among six glasses. Top up with chilled prosecco and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Why not try a strawberry mojito, a fresh summery twist on this classic Cuban drink. This fruity cocktail is guaranteed to quench your thirst on a hot summer’s day. To make this tropical drink that serves six all you will need is to mix nine or 10 strawberries and two chopped limes in a jug. Add 350ml of white rum and 650ml sparkling water, follow by 2tbsp of granulated sugar, serve, and enjoy.
Last but certainly not least is a classic tequila sunrise. To make this tasty cocktail for one you will need 2tsp grenadine, 50ml tequila, 1tbsp triple sec, ice, one large orange, half a lemon juiced, and one cocktail cherry. Pour the grenadine in to a tall glass and set aside. Mix the ice, tequila, triple sec, and fruit juices in a cocktail shaker. Shake until the outside of the shaker feels cold. Add a few ice cubes to your serving glass and double strain the cocktail into it. Garnish with a cherry and enjoy.
Shop the ingredients to create these refreshing summer cocktails at your local Joyce’s Supermarket.
