A cocktail is an alcoholic mixed drink with fruit juice, flavoured syrups or cream. The first known written documentation was in 1806, evolving over the 1800’s to include liqueurs. By the 20th century they had gained popularity and in 1917 the phrase ‘cocktail party’ was born. Cocktail culture has become huge and summer is the perfect time to enjoy them, especially if a mixologist has conjured it up.
A mixologist studies the history of mixed drinks, the ingredients and techniques used. They create new and innovative cocktails using classic and unusual elements. Mocktails are the perfect way to enjoy the delicious flavours without the alcohol, a mixologist will come up with amazing non alcoholic recipes. Favourites have changed over the years but many remain popular and in high demand.
COCK Ginger Mojito A more recently invented drink, this was adapted from a drink at Jamie’s Italian restaurant. A truly refreshing, perfectly balanced summer mocktail. Served in a Collins glass, lime juice, lime wedges, cane sugar syrup and mint leaves are mixed with crushed ice and topped up with ginger ale. Served with a mint sprig, it’s summer in a glass.
Negroni Created and named over a century ago by the Italian Count Camilo Negroni, this has remained a firm favourite. It is the impeccable mix of gin, vermouth and Campari, garnished with orange peel served over ice in a short glass
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