Cocktails in summer around the pool or by the BBQ need a nice light and refreshing taste, try some of these mixes including mojitos, coladas and sangarias.
This mix of lime and mangoes makes a delicious and refreshing summer drink. It also makes an excellent cocktail with the addition of rum.
With its sweet and citrusy flavour, this icy cool granita can be deceiving. Perfect for a summer afternoon, just make sure you make them alcohol-free if there are children around!
This is a simple lime based margarita that is stirred then served over crushed ice. Great to have a jug of this and good source of ice available on a hot day.
I always keep frozen blueberries in the fridge, and this is one of my favourite things to do with them, especially in summer!
This classic margarita has tequila, orange liqueur, sugar water and lime juice all shaken together then served in a salt rimmed glass over ice. Nice in the summer.
This refreshing party cocktail has fresh mint, rum, sugar, lime juice, ice and fizzy water blended together to make an amazing drink for a hot summers day.
Most margaritas are made with lemon or lime juice but I prefer the fruitiness of grapefruit. Delicious with a salt rim.
Fresh basil perfectly complements the flavour of strawberries in this refreshing, summery cocktail. You can use frozen strawberries if you prefer.
These ice cubes add just a touch of flavour to any drink. Simple idea and a great use for mint in the summer!
Once you try cocktails with basil you will never look back! It adds a perfect note to a chilled summery drink.