Add a splash of colour with these Holi cocktail recipes!
As we gear up to immerse ourselves in the riot of colors, why not elevate the festivities with some equally colorful libations? From refreshing fruity blends to zesty twists on classic cocktails, we’ve curated a selection of cocktail recipes that promise to delight your taste buds and enliven your Holi gatherings. So, grab your shakers and let’s shake up some magic with these Holi-inspired concoctions.
Mai Tai: Camikara Aged Rum 30yo
Ingredients
Camikara 3YO- 60ml
Monin Blood Orange syrup- 10ml
Monin Almond syrup- 10ml
Lime Juice- 15ml
Orange Juice- 50ml
Pineapple Juice- 50ml
Orange slice to garnish
Method
Simply pour the rum along with the specified quantities of all other ingredients into the mix. Give it a thorough stir, and voila, you’re ready to enjoy.
Jacob’s Creek Sparkling Scarlet Spritz
Ingredients
Jacob’s Creek Sparkling- 75 ml
Pomegranate Juice- 25 ml
Cranberry Juice- 25 ml
Simple Syrup (Optional)
Pomegranate Jewels- for garnish
Cranberry (Optional)
Method
Make sure your sparkling wine and juices are nicely chilled. Begin by pouring the pomegranate and cranberry juice into a chilled tulip or flute glass. Next, gently pour in the Jacob’s Creek Sparkling wine. Finish off with a garnish of pomegranate (and cranberries if desired), and serve up your delightful creation.
Ballantine’s Cinnamon Old Fashioned
Ingredients
Ballantine’s 7 American Barrel Whisky- 50ml
Cinnamon syrup- 10ml
4 dashes orange bitters
Ice Cubes
Orange peel- for garnish
Combine Ballantine’s 7 American Barrel Whisky and cinnamon syrup in an Old Fashioned glass over ice cubes. Add bitters and stir gently for about 30 seconds. Finish by garnishing with a twist of orange peel for a delightful touch.
Jacob’s Creek Unvined Riesling Strawberry Fling
Ingredients
Fresh strawberries- 2-3
Sugar- 1 tbsp
Lime juice- 30mL
Unvined Riesling- 120mL
Hibiscus flower or half strawberry- for garnish
Method
Crush fresh strawberries with sugar, then combine with Unvined Riesling and lime juice. Shake vigorously and strain twice into a martini glass, garnishing with a vibrant hibiscus flower. Serve with an additional strawberry on the side for a delightful touch.
Absolut’s Sea Breeze
Ingredients
Ice Cubes- 5-6
Absolut Vodka- 45 ml
Grapefruit Juice- 80 ml
Cranberry Juice- 45 ml
Wheel Lime- 1
Method
Start by filling a highball glass with ice cubes. Next, pour in 1½ ounces of Absolut Vodka followed by 2½ ounces of grapefruit juice. Then, add 1½ ounces of cranberry juice to the mix. To finish, garnish your cocktail with a lime wheel for an extra burst of flavor. Cheers to a refreshing drink!
May your Holi be as vibrant as these cocktail mixes.
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