Fruity Summer cocktails to beat the heat

When the sun’s turning up, so should your cocktail game. Forget basic lemonades and overdone iced teas. This summer, we’re talking juicy, punchy, and downright delicious concoctions that bottle up the season’s best fruits with a splash of spirit (or two). Read on for some fun fruity Summer cocktails that are your cool, boozy escape—served with a twist, shaken not boring.

Horse’s Neck Highball

Dating all the way back to the 1800s, we’ve given the Horse’s Neck cocktail a Chivas Regal refresh. Garnished with a loopy lemon twist that hints at the shape of a horse’s neck, this classic is bound to become the star of the party.

Ingredients:

Chivas Regal XV – 50 ml
Soda – 100ml
Bitters – 2 Dashes
Lemon Twist – Garnish

Method:

Put all the ingredients in a highball glass with ice. Lightly stir to mix. Garnish with an extra long lemon twist for a zesty twist.

Punch Fresco

There’s nothing like a summer cocktail that blends the best of the season. Fresh, juicy watermelon pairs perfectly with the tropical warmth of The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve, creating a drink that’s as refreshing as it is vibrant.

Ingredients:

The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve – 75ml
Watermelon Chunks – 4
Watermelon Juice (Alternative to Watermelon Chunks) – 75ml
Sugar Cane or Agave – 1tsp
Tajin (for garnish)

Method:

Muddle all the ingredients together, drop in some ice, and top it off with a garnish of lemon and mint slices. Feeling fancy? Give your glass a Tajín rim for that extra zing.

Lillet & Tonic

Light, refreshing, and effortlessly French- Lillet is perfect for long afternoons and easy spritzes.

Ingredients: 

Lillet
Sparkling Water/Sparkling Wine/Sparkling Lemonade
Berries
Cucumber
Citrus Wedge
Mint/Basi/Thyme

Method:

Start by pouring a generous splash of Lillet into a tall wine glass filled with ice. Next, top it off with your choice of bubbles—whether it’s sparkling water, sparkling wine, or even a zesty sparkling lemonade for that extra kick. Finally, give it a pretty finish with your favorite garnish—think fresh berries, cucumber slices, a citrus wedge, or sprigs of mint, basil, or thyme.

The Pink Floradora

Strawberries and British summers go hand in hand — and now, they’ve found their way to London. Beefeater Pink blends classic London Dry Gin with a burst of ripe, fruity flavour.

Ingredients:

Beefeater Pink Strawberry- 50ml
Lime juice- 20ml
Fresh ginger syrup- 10ml
Top with ginger beer
Muddled raspberry- 1 (Optional)

Method:

Shake the first four ingredients and strain in a flute, top with champagne and garnish with a lemon twist and star anise.

Amalfi Settantacinque

Introducing the Amalfi Settantacinque- a citrusy, effervescent twist on the classic French 75. Inspired by the sun-drenched lemons of the Amalfi Coast, it’s Italian elegance in every sip.

Ingredients:

Malfy Con Limone- 25ml
Clementine Juice- 20ml
Simple Syrup- 15ml
Lemon Juice- 20ml
Champagne

Method:

Give the first four ingredients a good shake, then strain into a chilled flute. Top it off with bubbly champagne and crown it with a lemon twist and a star anise for that extra flair.

JGL

Known the world over as the Jameson ‘signature serve’, the Jameson, Ginger & Lime is the ultimate cocktail for all occasions. But when the sun’s out and good vibes are flowing, there’s nothing like sipping a chilled JGL with your crew. Crisp, zesty, and perfect for those endless summer nights.

Ingredients:

Jameson- 45 ml
Ginger Ale- Top up
Lime- a wedge

Method:

In a hi-ball glass, take lot of ice and pour the desired amount of Jameson, top it up with Ginger ale and to finish the drink squeeze a lime wedge.

Cheers!