And no, they’re not all ‘Vodka, lime and soda’. Here at delicious. HQ, we love a cocktail. There’s something about the right blend of spirits and mixers that really makes an evening special. When you’re entertaining, it’s important to keep things simple – both for your guests (who would like actually see you, yeah?) and for you (because you want to enjoy this party you’ve gone to so much trouble to plan). With that in mind, we’ve come up with a list of our favourite four-ingredient cocktails perfect for welcoming your guests that are high in flavour and low on maintenance, ensuring you can enjoy the party too.
Nothing beats the old G&T. We like 30ml of Tanqueray London Dry Gin mixed with Schweppes Indian Tonic Water, ice and a wedge of lime. If you want to be gourmet, swap the lime for a cucumber slice. You won’t look back! Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
Whisky needn’t only be for the days of old. Team 30ml Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky with Schweppes Soda Water topped with ice and spice things up a little with a cinnamon stick and an orange wedge. Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
Basically the cocktail version of Michael Fassbender – delicious, with an edge of mystery. Sold. We love a whisky spritz as a welcome drink – it’s light and slightly sweet but with enough flavour to please everyone. Whisky Spritz
If you need an alternative to your vodka sodas, a pop of colour can go a long way. Mix Ketel One Vodka with Agrum Blood Orange. Top with ice and keep things consistent by garnishing with a wedge of fresh fruit. The outcome is bitter sweet. Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
If you’re new to gin and need some persuading, a gin sunset is the perfect introduction. Pour 30ml Tanqueray London Dry Gin into a tall glass with sliced nectarine and mint. Add some ice and top with Agrum Citrus Blend and a mint sprig. Now that’s a cocktail you won’t forget! Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
Crushed kiwi fruit and pineapple make for a fruity introduction to this take on the classic PIMM’s. Top with 50ml PIMM’s, ice and soda water and garnish with a slice of kiwi. Because preparing cocktails shouldn’t have you breaking a sweat. Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
This simple cocktail will have you back out with your guests in no time. Pour 50ml PIMM’s into a short glass over ice. Top with dry ginger ale and mint. And voila! It will be like you never left. Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
With a name like that who wouldn’t want to try this cocktail? Crush mandarin wedges (skin on!) in a tall glass and top with 30ml of Smirnoff Vodka,100ml of Schweppes Bitter Lemon and ice. And there you have it. Your tropical getaway in a glass. Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
Yep, we all need one, be it the new year or not! Crushed raspberries and mint mixed with 30ml Smirnoff Vodka, ice and soda water is the perfect resolution for us! Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly
This might sound like something your parents would have indulged in 40 years ago (yep it has been THAT long since the band came together) but whip together 30ml Bourbon (we like to use Bulleit) with dry ginger ale over ice and garnish with an orange wedge for a modern take on the whisky and dry. Contains 1 standard drink Drink responsibly This article is sponsored by Diageo.
