Out of the RSL and into the mainstream, the Kalimoxto is refreshing, tart, and sweet, and a great way to imbibe in a drop of red in the summer months. Just throw equal parts cola and red wine into a glass over ice and you’re set.
The Kalimotxo
Trend alert! The 6 drinks we'll be sipping this summer
Whether it’s a fruity new pre-mix, a stiff spirit on ice, or the latest hazy beer from a local brewery, the ‘new drink of summer’ is a hard beast to pin down. These are our predictions for what’s going to be popping this silly season.
White wine spritzer
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It’s back, baby! The low-alc movement has had some widespread effects and this ‘all-dayer’ of dry white wine with soda water and ice is perfect for a park session or a pool party on a scorcher. Throw a slice of orange in for a hit of vitamin c.
The Paloma
Mexicans know a thing or two about having a good time, especially when it comes to cocktails. The Paloma is as synonymous with a fiesta as a snag is to a barbecue. Sharp grapefruit juice, a whack of tequila and plenty of crushed ice, this is one to add to the roster.
The Shandy
The OG of the low-alc scene, the mover and shaker of the bowls club is making a comeback and we’re so down for it. Beer and a splash of lemonade makes for a sweet, hoppy refresher that can take you from beach to bar.
Box-tails
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Box-tails made ripples last summer but we reckon 2024 is the year for these eco-conscious bevvies. Easy to transport, better for the planet than glass bottles, and convenient to boot, box-tails make a lot of sense this summer.
The Hugo Spritz
If you’re sensing a theme here, you’d be right. A spritz is a no-brainer come summer, but when a tasty new twist comes along, it’s worth investigating. The Hugo spritz (prosecco, St Germain elderflower, mint and soda) went off on TikTok in the northern summer and now, it’s our time.
