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 House or Matchbox and give these recipes a go, perfect to serve when you're hosting next.
Shop the freshest seasonal ingredients at Aldi, Coles or DeMarias Fruit & Veg, and stock up on your liquor from Liquorland or Porters Liquor.
Step into Spring and Find Your Happy at Moonee Ponds Central! See what else is on in-centre this spring here. 🌸