Although it might not feel like it, Summer is coming! We can't wait to sit around the garden in the hot tub, sipping a cocktail or delicious mocktail with friends. Why not start practicing these drinks now so by the time summer comes around you are a mixologist pro!The Hot TubThe perfect tipple for your tub. A take on a French Martini with bubbles.45ml Vodka30ml Pineapple Juice7.5ml Black Raspberry LiqueurProsecco to top upHow to Make:Mix the vodka, pineapple and raspberry together in a shaker with ice. Strain into a martini glass, top with Prosecco and garnish with pineapple.Kentucky Hot TubLooking for something to keep you warm? This boozy hot chocolate is perfect for sipping in the tub on a clear star lit night. 1.5 oz bourbon4-5 oz hot chocolateWhipped creamCinnamonHow to Make:Heat a glass mug with hot water for one minute. Add bourbon, and top with your favorite hot chocolate.Top with whipped cream and cinnamon.Hawaiian Iced TeaThe perfect summer drink - ideal for pitchers. Similar to a Long Island Iced Tea but with the tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut.1 ounce vodka1 ounce light rum1 ounce tequila1 ounce gin1/2 teaspoon pineapple coconut water 1/4 teaspoon orange juice6 ounces LemonadeHow to Make:Mix together your voda, rum, tequila, gin, coconut and orange juice in a shaker with ice. Shake until very cold and well mixed. Strain into a glass filled with ice. Pour the Diet Sprite or club soda over the top.Frozen Peach BelliniWonderfully light, refreshing, and bubbly peach bellinis that take less than 5 minutes to prepare.3 cups frozen peach slices1 cup mango nectar1 (750-mL) bottle Prosecco, chilledHow to Make:Add your peaches and mango nectar to a blender and whizz up until smooth. Pour into champagne flutes and top up with prosecco. Garnish with fresh Raspberries.Pink Lemonade MargaritaA pink version of everyone's favorite summer holiday drink, also known as the Senorita Margarita. 32 ounces raspberry lemonade12 ounces tequila8 ounces lemon juice4 ounces orange liqueurHow to Make:Mix together your lemonade, tequila, orange liqueur and lemon juice into a large pitcher with ice, mint and lemon slices. Give it a good stir and leave to chill, top with prosecco if you are feeling really fancy.MocktailsInfused WaterThese are really quick and easy to whip up in advance. All you need is a large pitcher and some still or sparkling water.1L Still/Sparkling WaterIceAny of the following:Mint, Cucumber, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Strawberry, Blueberries, Raspberries, Mango, Pineapple, Coconut water, whatever you fancy, How to Make:Add your infusion flavours of your choice to the bottom of a large pitcher. Add ice, and top up with water. Give it a stir and leave to chill and infuse. The perfect hot tub accompaniment.Lavender Peach MocktailA fresh and fruity mocktail packed with flavour. 1 cup of peach puree1/4 cup sparkling water1/2 cup of lavender simple syrup2 teaspoons of raw honey1/8 teaspoon of freshly grated gingerHow to Make:Fill two glasses with ice. Add peach puree, sparkling water, lavender simple syrup, raw honey, freshly grated ginger, and sea salt to a cocktail shaker. Shake well, Strain into glasses (remove the ice from your glasses first). Top with some fresh lavender. Sparkling Lemon CoolerA refreshingly fruity drink, this simple cooler is a perfect mocktail for those bank holiday weekends. Add some Champagne instead of lemonade if you like!3 cups white grape juice1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup lemon juice (or try lime, or grapefruit)1L LemonadeHow to Make:In a pitcher, combine the grape juice, sugar and lemon juice; stir until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, top up your pitcher with Lemonade. Serve over ice with fresh fruit slices for a garnish.Spicy Strawberry MuleCombine fresh strawberries, ginger beer, limes and club soda to make this easy and Spicy Strawberry Mule, perfect for a summer barbecue, holiday or spa party.2 Fresh Strawberries - chopped8 oz Ginger Beer - cold4 oz Tequila2 whole Limes - juiced1 cup LemonadeHow to Make:Add 2 chopped strawberries to a large measuring glass. Muddle or mash into a pulp with the back of a spoon. Add ginger beer, tequila and lime juice and stir to combine. Fill two copper mugs with ice. Divide tequila mixture among mugs and top up with lemonade. Garnish each mug with a fresh strawberry and serve.Don't forget!Sipping on cold drinks while hot tubbing is wonderful, but a few tips that can increase your enjoyment and save you from some common mishaps:Always use plastic cups when drinking in or around a hot tub or pool.Hot water can accelerate dehydration, so limit alcohol consumption while in the hot tub. Try one of the delicious mocktail recipes.Fresh fruit and finger foods go great with each one of these drinks. Load up a plate with your favorites to enjoy.
