Summer cocktails: 29 delicious drinks to enjoy in the sun
Summer is well and truly here and we're now braced for months of scorching temperatures while enjoying cooling drinks in the garden. But if you find yourself getting bored with the usual lager or G&T, we have some amazing cocktail recipe ideas for you to spice things up with.
Be that fab floats or powerful punches, there are drinks here to suit everyone - and the best thing is you don't need a PhD in mixology to rustle one up. Although we suggest you keep quiet and enjoy all the plaudits!
Spiced Pineapple Daquiri
50ml Salford Spiced Pineapple Rum
12.5ml Velvet Falernum
25ml Lime Juice
25ml Pineapple Juice
12.5ml Sugar Syrup
Method: Hard shake with cubes of ice and fine strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with 3 drops of Angostura Bitters, serve and enjoy.
Apple & Raspberry Wine Spritzer
100ml white wine
50ml JAZZ Apple juice
Soda water to top (approx. 50ml)
4 raspberries
Apple fan to garnish
Method: Add the raspberries to a glass and muddle. Fill with ice and pour over the white wine and the apple juice. Stir gently to combine and then top with soda water and garnish with an apple fan.
Dark 'n Stormy Granita
1 can of Goslings Ginger Beer
50ml Goslings Black Seal Rum
Method: Pour you can of Goslings ginger ale into a freezer proof container and freeze for three hours. Every 30 minutes, go back and break up the ice. Add to the slushy to a glass and tip the Goslings Black Seal rum on top. Garnish with a slice of lime.
Spicy Margarita
Method: Mix ingredients and then garnish with slice of lime or salt rim.
Gin & Tonic Float
50ml Hernö Old Tom Gin
100ml Tonic Water
1 Scoop Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream
Method: Add the gin and tonic to a large glass (wine or rocks) and stir to combine. Top with a scoop of raspberry ripple ice cream.
Gin Martini
60ml No. 3 London Dry Gin
10ml dry vermouth
1 lemon
Method: Stir over ice in a mixing glass and strain into a chilled Martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
Iced Tea Rum Punch (jug)
150ml Goslings Black Seal Rum
100ml Lime Juice
100ml Pineapple Juice
50ml Lemon juice
100ml Simple Syrup
400ml Freshly Brewed Black Tea
4 drops of The Bitter Truth – Old Time Aromatic Bitters
Ice
Method: Brew black tea and allow to cool. To a jug, add all the other ingredients and stir. Garnish with lime and pineapple and serve.
Sumer Rum Picoso
Method: Mix ingredients and ass a slice of red chilli or lime, or add a dash of grenadine to give a nice colour gradient.
Count Negroni's Punch (Serves 6-8)
200ml Bathtub Gin
100ml Campari
100ml sweet vermouth
500ml blood orange soda, chilled
Clementines, sliced
Bundt cake tin
Method: To make your retro ice ring, slice a few clementines and add to your bundt pan. Fill with water and freeze overnight. In a large punch bowl or jug, combine the Bathtub Gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavours to meld together. Just before serving, add your ice ring to the punch bowl to keep the mixture cold. Top off the punch with chilled blood orange soda, stirring gently to combine.
Earl Grey Ice Tea
45ml Hernö London Dry Gin
60ml freshly brewed Earl Grey tea, chilled
10ml lemon juice
1tsp sugar, to taste
Lemon wheel, for garnish
Method: Add all the ingredients to a mixing jug and stir well to combine. Check for sweetness and then strain into an old fashioned glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with a lemon wheel.
Summer Smokey Spicy Mazcalita
Method: Mix ingredients and then garnish with a red chilli/slice of lime or tajin rim.
Kombucha, Peach & Mint Fizz (makes a pitcher)
100ml Hernö Old Tom Gin
600ml Sparkling Kombucha
4 Peaches
Small bunch of mint
Garnish
Peach Slice
Mint Sprig
Method: Cut the peaches into segments and add to a pitcher. Add the mint (reserving some for garnish) and muddle until the peaches are thoroughly crushed. Pour in the gin and kombucha, top with ice, then stir well to combine. Place a peach segment and a mint sprig into four rocks glasses, followed by a large ice cube, then pour the cocktail into the glasses.
Dark 'n Stormy Ice Cream Float Cocktail
One scoop of Dark 'n Stormy ice cream
50 ml of Golsings Gold Seal Rum
Ginger beer
Candied lime
Method: Make the ice cream by allowing some of the best vanilla ice cream you can find to soften. Add chopped crystalized ginger and Gosling's Black Seal Rum and blend it all in. Re-freeze and serve when ready. For the cocktail, add ice cream to a large milk shake glass. Add and then slowly pour ginger beer and rum on top. Decorate with a slice of candied lime.
Negroni Gin
30ml No.3 London Dry Gin
30ml Gran Classico bitters or Campari
30ml Sweet Vermouth
1 orange
ice
Method: Combine the ingredients in a mixing glass and stir over ice until suitably chilled. Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass and garnish with an orange twist.
Piña Co-Lager
50ml Goslings Gold Seal Rum
330ml Einstök White Ale
200ml Pineapple Juice
50ml Coconut Water
Garnish
Pineapple Leaves
Method: Pour the rum, pineapple juice and coconut water into a large stein or tankard. Add a handful of ice and mix to combine. Top with the Einstök White Ale. Garnish with three pineapple leaves.
The ST-GERMAIN Hugo Spritz
45 ml ST~GERMAIN Elderflower Liqueur
60 ml Martini Prosecco
60 ml Soda Water
8-10 Mint Leaves
Lime wedge for garnish
Mint sprig for garnish
Method: Add ice into a wine glass. Pour ST-GERMAIN and top with sparkling wine and soda water. Stir the drink to combine all the ingredients. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge.
Raspberry & Rosemary Gin Spritz (makes 2)
100ml Hernö Old Tom Gin
200ml Sparkling Wine
8 Raspberries
2 Sprigs Rosemary
4 Raspberries
Method: Divide the raspberries between two Champagne flutes. Muddle until thoroughly crushed, then top with sparkling wine. Garnish each cocktail with a rosemary sprig and two raspberries.
Five Farms Baby Lager
25ml cinnamon-flavoured whiskey (or Spanish liqueur for a sweeter taste)
15ml Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur
Method: Pour your whiskey or liqueur carefully into a glass, making sure not splash up the sides. Grab a spoon, Hold it upside down, just above the surface of the whiskey, and pour the Five Farms onto the spoon so that is floats across the top.
St James's Spritz
35ml No.3 London Dry Gin
15ml elderflower cordial
125ml crémant
1 rosemary sprig
1 pink grapefruit
Ice
Method: Fill your wine glass with ice, add the ingredients, stir gently and top with a little more crémant. Garnish with a pink grapefruit slice and a sprig of rosemary.
Desi Mango Gimlet
45ml Desi Daru Mango Vodka
15ml Cocchi Americano
15ml Coriander Seed Cordial
Method: Stir all ingredients with ice until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Express orange zest over the drink and discard.
Rumango Kiwi Punch
1 cup Goslings Black Seal Rum
2 cups of mango nectar
The juice from one JAZZ Apple
4 kiwi fruits (green or golden)
½ cup White Heron British Cassis
2 limes
Ice
Mint leaves
Method: Peel the kiwi fruits and cut two in cubes and smash the other two in the bottom of a jug with a few mint leaves. Next add the cubes of kiwi along with one of the limes which has been sliced. Juice the other lime and add to the jug. Next add the Goslings Black Seal rum, the mango nectar and British Cassis before mixing well and then chilling. When ready to serve, add ice to the jug to refresh and serve in a Nick and Nora glass or wine glass.
Orchard Garden Punch (Serves 6-8)
200ml Bathtub Gin
100ml elderflower cordial
500ml cloudy apple juice, chilled
100ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
60ml agave syrup (adjust to taste)
500ml sparkling water or soda water, chilled
Fresh mint leaves, thin slices of apple, and lemon slices for garnish
Ice cubes
Method: In a large punch bowl or jug, combine the Bathtub Gin, elderflower cordial, apple juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and agave syrup. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed. Chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavours to meld together. Just before serving, add ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep the mixture cold. Top off the punch with chilled sparkling water or soda water, stirring gently to combine. Garnish the punch with fresh mint leaves, thin slices of apple, and lemon slices.
Desi Mango Soda
50ml Desi Daru Alphonso Mango Vodka
100ml Soda Water
Method: Build over ice in a highball glass. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge.
Summer Fruit Daiquiri (makes 2)
100ml Goslings Gold Seal Rum
250ml Summer Fruit Puree
1 Lime
Fresh Raspberry
Fresh Blackberry
Method: Squeeze the juice of 1 lime into a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice, then add the rum and summer fruit puree. Shake until well combined, then pour into chilled coupe/margarita glasses. Garnish each cocktail with a fresh raspberry and a fresh blackberry.
Sorrento Sunset Punch (Serves 6-8)
200ml Bathtub Gin Grapefruit & Rosemary
100ml Luxardo Bitter Bianco
500ml freshly squeezed grapefruit juice (about 3-4 large grapefruits)
60ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
60ml agave syrup (adjust to taste)
500ml sparkling water or soda water, chilled
Grapefruit slices and rosemary sprigs, for garnish
Ice cubes
Method: In a large punch bowl or jug, combine the Bathtub Gin, Luxardo Bitter Bianco, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and agave syrup. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed. Chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavours to meld together. Just before serving, add ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep the mixture cold. Top off the punch with chilled sparkling water or soda water, stirring gently to combine. Garnish the punch with thin slices of grapefruit and sprigs of fresh rosemary.
Spicy Mango Desi-rita
50ml Desi Daru Mango Vodka
20ml Triple Sec
5ml Agave Syrup
25ml Fresh Lime Juice
½ Fresh Chilli (of choice)
Method: Muddle chili in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients with ice and shake vigorously. Fine strain into a glass rimmed with Achari Masala Salt.
Summer Rummer Pitcher
100ml Goslings Black Seal Rum
300g frozen summer fruits
4 JAZZ apples (juiced)
350ml Prosecco to top
Method: Take the frozen summer fruits straight from the freezer and blend with a JAZZ apple juice until you have a smoothie-like consistency. Add ice to a 1 litre or 1 ½ litre jug and the pour the smoothie mixture on top. Next pour in the Goslings Black Seal Rum and stir well. Finally top with the Prosecco Serve with one large ice cube in a single rocks glass and garnish with a mint sprig
Perfectly Pink Punch (Serves 6-8)
200ml Bathtub Gin
150ml raspberry cordial
150ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons)
100ml agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
500ml sparkling water or soda water, chilled
Fresh raspberries for garnish
Lemon slices for garnish
Ice cubes
Method: In a punch bowl or jug, combine the Bathtub Gin, raspberry cordial, agave syrup, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed. Chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavours to meld together.
Desi Mango Spritz
25ml Desi Daru Alphonso Mango Vodka
25ml Sauvignon Blanc
100ml London Essence Co Peach & Jasmine Soda
Method: Build over ice in a wine glass. Stir gently and garnish with a curry leaf.
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The ST-GERMAIN Hugo Spritz 45 ml ST~GERMAIN Elderflower Liqueur 60 ml Martini Prosecco 60 ml Soda Water 8-10 Mint Leaves Lime wedge for garnish Mint sprig for garnish Method: Add ice into a wine glass. Pour ST-GERMAIN and top with sparkling wine and soda water. Stir the drink to combine all the ingredients. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge. Raspberry & Rosemary Gin Spritz (makes 2) 100ml Hernö Old Tom Gin 200ml Sparkling Wine 8 Raspberries 2 Sprigs Rosemary 4 Raspberries Method: Divide the raspberries between two Champagne flutes. Muddle until thoroughly crushed, then top with sparkling wine. Garnish each cocktail with a rosemary sprig and two raspberries. Five Farms Baby Lager 25ml cinnamon-flavoured whiskey (or Spanish liqueur for a sweeter taste) 15ml Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur Method: Pour your whiskey or liqueur carefully into a glass, making sure not splash up the sides. Grab a spoon, Hold it upside down, just above the surface of the whiskey, and pour the Five Farms onto the spoon so that is floats across the top. St James's Spritz 35ml No.3 London Dry Gin 15ml elderflower cordial 125ml crémant 1 rosemary sprig 1 pink grapefruit Ice Method: Fill your wine glass with ice, add the ingredients, stir gently and top with a little more crémant. Garnish with a pink grapefruit slice and a sprig of rosemary. Desi Mango Gimlet 45ml Desi Daru Mango Vodka 15ml Cocchi Americano 15ml Coriander Seed Cordial Method: Stir all ingredients with ice until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Express orange zest over the drink and discard. Rumango Kiwi Punch 1 cup Goslings Black Seal Rum 2 cups of mango nectar The juice from one JAZZ Apple 4 kiwi fruits (green or golden) ½ cup White Heron British Cassis 2 limes Ice Mint leaves Method: Peel the kiwi fruits and cut two in cubes and smash the other two in the bottom of a jug with a few mint leaves. Next add the cubes of kiwi along with one of the limes which has been sliced. Juice the other lime and add to the jug. Next add the Goslings Black Seal rum, the mango nectar and British Cassis before mixing well and then chilling. When ready to serve, add ice to the jug to refresh and serve in a Nick and Nora glass or wine glass. Orchard Garden Punch (Serves 6-8) 200ml Bathtub Gin 100ml elderflower cordial 500ml cloudy apple juice, chilled 100ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons) 60ml agave syrup (adjust to taste) 500ml sparkling water or soda water, chilled Fresh mint leaves, thin slices of apple, and lemon slices for garnish Ice cubes Method: In a large punch bowl or jug, combine the Bathtub Gin, elderflower cordial, apple juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and agave syrup. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed. Chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavours to meld together. Just before serving, add ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep the mixture cold. Top off the punch with chilled sparkling water or soda water, stirring gently to combine. Garnish the punch with fresh mint leaves, thin slices of apple, and lemon slices. Desi Mango Soda 50ml Desi Daru Alphonso Mango Vodka 100ml Soda Water Method: Build over ice in a highball glass. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge. Summer Fruit Daiquiri (makes 2) 100ml Goslings Gold Seal Rum 250ml Summer Fruit Puree 1 Lime Fresh Raspberry Fresh Blackberry Method: Squeeze the juice of 1 lime into a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice, then add the rum and summer fruit puree. Shake until well combined, then pour into chilled coupe/margarita glasses. Garnish each cocktail with a fresh raspberry and a fresh blackberry. Sorrento Sunset Punch (Serves 6-8) 200ml Bathtub Gin Grapefruit & Rosemary 100ml Luxardo Bitter Bianco 500ml freshly squeezed grapefruit juice (about 3-4 large grapefruits) 60ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons) 60ml agave syrup (adjust to taste) 500ml sparkling water or soda water, chilled Grapefruit slices and rosemary sprigs, for garnish Ice cubes Method: In a large punch bowl or jug, combine the Bathtub Gin, Luxardo Bitter Bianco, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and agave syrup. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed. Chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavours to meld together. Just before serving, add ice cubes to the punch bowl to keep the mixture cold. Top off the punch with chilled sparkling water or soda water, stirring gently to combine. Garnish the punch with thin slices of grapefruit and sprigs of fresh rosemary. Spicy Mango Desi-rita 50ml Desi Daru Mango Vodka 20ml Triple Sec 5ml Agave Syrup 25ml Fresh Lime Juice ½ Fresh Chilli (of choice) Method: Muddle chili in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients with ice and shake vigorously. Fine strain into a glass rimmed with Achari Masala Salt. Summer Rummer Pitcher 100ml Goslings Black Seal Rum 300g frozen summer fruits 4 JAZZ apples (juiced) 350ml Prosecco to top Method: Take the frozen summer fruits straight from the freezer and blend with a JAZZ apple juice until you have a smoothie-like consistency. Add ice to a 1 litre or 1 ½ litre jug and the pour the smoothie mixture on top. Next pour in the Goslings Black Seal Rum and stir well. Finally top with the Prosecco Serve with one large ice cube in a single rocks glass and garnish with a mint sprig Perfectly Pink Punch (Serves 6-8) 200ml Bathtub Gin 150ml raspberry cordial 150ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons) 100ml agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste) 500ml sparkling water or soda water, chilled Fresh raspberries for garnish Lemon slices for garnish Ice cubes Method: In a punch bowl or jug, combine the Bathtub Gin, raspberry cordial, agave syrup, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully mixed. Chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavours to meld together. Desi Mango Spritz Article continues below 25ml Desi Daru Alphonso Mango Vodka 25ml Sauvignon Blanc 100ml London Essence Co Peach & Jasmine Soda Method: Build over ice in a wine glass. Stir gently and garnish with a curry leaf.
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10 of London's best rooftop bars for summer
It sure is hot here in the UK and down south the heatwave is sizzling in London. But there's nothing quite like a tipple in the summer sun, so if you're in search of somewhere with stellar views and a light breeze, a rooftop bar is the way to go. Whether you want to gaze out toward The Shard, indulge in some delicious food, or have a boogie while the DJ plays – we think we've got something for everyone. So, if you're in need of some inspiration for your next night out, Metro has 10 picks of the city's best rooftop venues… When you're 11 floors up at this rooftop bar with views of the Gherkin and St Pauls, there are few views that rival it. The award-winning Florattica is known for its iconic flower ceiling, al fresco dining and a DJ that brings the coolest vibes – it's a spot you don't want to miss. Be sure to try some of its experimental cocktails, and line your stomach with a selection of small plates and fresh pasta. Location: Level 11, Canopy by Hilton London City, 11-15 Minories, EC3N 1AX Tube: Aldgate (Circle or Metropolitan lines) If you're a sucker for Italian-ish drinks, small dishes and stunning views then Forza Wine is another great find. Yes, there's wine, but the cocktail menu is another great selling point, with a rhubarb manhattan, apple tom collins and even a frozen cucumber margarita. There's two locations but Peckham really takes the cake. Location: The Rooftop, 133A Rye Lane, London, SE15 4BQ Train: Peckham Rye (connects to Jubilee and Northern Lines) You'll get some pretty unparalleled views of the skyline at this iconic venue, and although it's located mainly indoors it'll feel as though you're out in the open thanks to the surrounding greenery and huge picture windows. There are two bars to choose from – Sky Pod and City Garden – where you can sip your cocktail or G&T while watching the sunset, as well as three restaurants within the building. It's a must-visit, although be aware it doesn't come cheap – cocktails start at around £15, while the cheapest glass of wine will set you back a tenner. Location: Rooftop, Mercury House, 109-117 Waterloo Road London, SE1 8UL Tube: Waterloo (Northern, Bakerloo and Jubilee Lines) Moving further west, you can soak up the sunshine and the views at the Paddington-based Pergola – which has the feel of a beach venue with its rattan fixtures and fittings and palm trees dotted around. As well as cocktails you can also make the most of street food vendors serving up fried chicken, burgers and Japanese dishes (at time of writing: the menu changes from time to time). There's also a bottomless brunch on Sundays, and a DJ at weekends spinning timeless classics. You can book in advance if visiting in a group but there's space for walk-ins too. Location: 5 Kingdom St, London W2 6PY Tube: Paddington (Bakerloo, Hammersmith and City, Circle, District and Elizabeth Lines) Having opened in 2023, this rooftop gem has already made an impression, becoming very popular on TikTok. Offering stunning vistas of the iconic London skyline and lounge tables to get comfy on, it's the perfect place to unwind. Offering a unique blend of Japanese and Mexican food including sushi andtacos, you can indulge in delicious light but tasty bites. There's also Sunday sessions from 1pm to 9pm which offer DJ sets as you watch the sun go down. Location: 9th Floor, 100 Liverpool Street, London, EC2M 2AT Tube: Liverpool Street (Elizabeth, Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines) In the heart of Soho you can indulge in a Turkish-inspired menu and divine cocktails at Yasmin. You can use this as a go-to spot for date nights, a catch up with friends or even private dining, six floors up. The best bites on offer are the sumac duck, chicken shish and the whipped sheep's cheese and flatbread. Location: 1 Warwick St, London W1B 5LR Tube: Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly line and the Bakerloo line) For those who like the finer things in life, venture to Seabird which offers panoramic views at 14 floors up, and oysters. At the top of The Hoxton you can indulge in some sangria, which is perfect for the sorching summer, or even frozen mojitos. It even has a late-night residency with Ronnie Scott offering classic jazz and bespoke martinis. Location: 40 Blackfriars Road, London, United Kingdom SE1 8PB Tube: Southwark (Jubilee line) If you prefer to glance out at Tower Bridge then head 12 floors up to Savage Garden. Indulge in live music, good wine and very funky cocktails – but it is on the pricier side. Perched on top of the Double Tree by Hilton it's elegant and chic, but it gets very busy so you'll probably want to book in advance. Location: Savage Garden, 7, Pepys Street, EC3N 4AF Tube: Tower Hill (Circle and District lines) Now hear us out on this one because it's atop the John Lewis flagship store, but it's a true find. Offering a stunning rooftop escape with breathtaking city views, private greenhouses, and an elegant open-air terrace, it's great for a laid back afternoon with friends. The menu features fruit-forward brambles; Kumquat Old Fashioned; and a Calamansi Margarita with a spiced ancho chili rim. As the sun sets, live DJ sets on Friday and Saturday nights set the mood, making 1864 the ultimate spot for an elevated rooftop experience in the heart of London. Location: Sixth floor, 300 Oxford St, London W1C 1DX Tube: Oxford Circus and Bond Street (Bakerloo, Central, and Victoria lines and Jubilee and Elizabeth lines) Located on the 10th floor of the ME London hotel, Radio Rooftop not only offers a superb cocktail list, but also a 360-degree views that shows off the capital's skyline and the River Thames. More Trending It's a fabulous spot to chill out with a drink, as well as enjoy dishes from the seasonal menu – but be aware that it doesn't come cheap. A glass of champagne will set you back around £16, while a cocktail comes in at around £19. View More » Location: ME London, 336-337 Strand, London WC2R 1HA Tube: Covent Garden (Piccadilly line)/Temple (Circle and District line) Do you have a story to share? 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