Botanical Cocktails
If you’re thinking about making some different cocktails for your Christmas party this year, then I might just have the perfect ideas for you here today.
You see herbs are a simple, yet effective way to garnish and compliment your cocktails and this infographic from Ness Gardens, not only shows some the best herbs to use with each spirit, but includes a roundup of recipes from a number of great bloggers.
If you are feeling particularly creative you could even set up a make your own stand at your party, print off some of these ideas, line them up with a number of spirits alongside bowls of fruit, herbs and different juices, then let people test and try not only the cocktail ideas you have shared, but some of their own. Not only would it make a great way to allow people to try new cocktails, but think of the talking point it would create.
What do you think of the idea of botanical cocktails, would you like to mix some up yourself?
*Posted in collaboration with Ness Gardens.
Oh I love cocktails so much, haha I sound like an alcoholic I get so excited by some drinks haha!!
Hahah nothing wrong with enjoying a cocktail or two 😉 x
I think I need to try each one so that I can decide whether or not I have a preference for which one I like the most x
Hahah of course they must be tested thoroughly 😉 x
What a great idea although i am not a fan of cocktails you have certainly inspired me to use these ingredients elsewhere as interesting combinations.
Unfortunately I cannot drink due to medication but a blueberry and kiwi mojito sounds really good!
What yummy cocktails. Love them all – so fresh!
I would never have thought of using herbs before but have to admit that these all sound delicious. I can feel a cocktail inspired party coming on 🙂
Ohh I hope you have a wonderful time if you do it! Let me know 😉 x
Love this idea, they sound fresh and delicious, I bet they look pretty too.
Yes yes oh yes love Cocktails and these sure look so amazing and would give a try.
Ooooh lots of cocktails to choose from – perfect for the coming party season 🙂 x
I would certainly give it a try, I do love cocktails xxx
Thanks so much for sharing this. I’ve never heard of a lot of these. Yay!
What a great idea- I’d not thought of doing botanical cocktails before!
I think I should make one of each…..you know, just to see which one I like best 😉
my dad makes it own, But one sip and your gone!
These all sound yummy. I would like to try the Tropical Basil Crush.
I love the sound of strawberry and mint. I love cocktails but they are sooo easy to get drunk on as they taste just like fruit juice.
this is very helpful/interesting
I’m so intrigued by the coriander gin- I love coriander and have never thought about using it to infuse flavour. What an interesting concept and thought!
Really enjoyed reading this blog post. So much inspiration xxx
The blueberry and kiwi mojito looks lush x
I immediately perked up when I read cocktails 🙂 the strawberry and mint smash sounds lovely, will be showing my hubby this
These look lovely. We already have Hendricks Gin which has botanicals and I think Hoegarden beer does too.
Oooh the tropical one sounds lush! I love these illustrations too
Ooh! Feeling inspired, i love a good cocktail!
I think i’ll be starting with the Coriander G&E – perfect for this time of year.