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Whether you’re a fan of light Champagne cocktails or warming spirits, we have cocktail recipes to suit all tastes, so gather friends and family and raise a glass.

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Try a new twist on piña colada with this fruity mango colada cocktail recipe
Mango colada
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Enjoy a classic whiskey cocktail with this easy mint julep recipe. A traditional American-style cocktail, this short drink blends smoky bourbon whiskey with fragrant mint and sugar for a sweet, fresh and punchy cocktail all in one.
Mint julep
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Enjoy a taste of the tropics this summer with this fruity junglebird rum cocktail. Dig out your bottle of Campari and combine with sweet pineapple juice, rum and a hit of fresh lime for an easy summer cocktail recipe that's sure to impress.
Junglebird cocktail
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Serve up summer in a glass with this tropical pineapple mocktail recipe
Pineapple 'martini'
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With stormy dark rum and lashings of lime, this zesty rum cocktail is perfect for summer parties
Dark rum and tonic
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Whether you're planning a romantic night in with your loved one or a fun-filled evening with all of your best friends, this pretty rose cocktail will definitely kick off your Valentine's Day in style
Rose gin cocktails
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Throw a summer party with a batch of these totally irresistible blended frozen watermelon margaritas. Using frozen watermelon balls means this easy cocktail recipe takes just five minutes to whizz together.
Watermelon margarita
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Make a classic gin and tonic even better with this floral elderflower and lemon twist. This refreshing and easy cocktail is perfect for sharing on a hot summer’s day – just serve chilled with classic cucumber and lemon to garnish.
Gin and elderflower fizzes
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Popular cocktail party recipes

Mulled wine
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There is nothing like arriving at a party and being handed a glass of mulled wine: surely Christmas in a glass. This classic hot drink includes gently heated wine and port of course, but also citrus fruit, and spices including cinnamon and cloves.
  • Serves 6
  • 30 mins
  • 114 calories
Pink lemonade
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Treat the kids to a summer refresher with this recipe for pink lemonade. Syrup made from fresh raspberries, sugar, water and lemon juice gives this beverage its bright and natural colour while soda water adds a pleasant fizz.
  • Serves 9
  • 35 mins
  • 230 calories
Frozen strawberry daiquiris
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Strawberries make such summery, balanced daiquiris. Freezing the berries in advance means you don’t have to add much ice to get that slushy consistency
  • Serves 4
  • 10 mins
  • 139 calories
Piña colada mocktail
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The flavours of a classic piña colada cocktail have been transformed into a delicious alcohol-free mocktail that everyone can enjoy. Tropical coconut and pineapple will transport you to the sunshine with this refreshing, family-friendly summer tipple.
  • Serves 4
  • 5 mins
  • 70 calories
Mini hazelnut choux buns coated in pink icing sugar
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These hazelnut choux buns are a gorgeous little treat and make a fantastic alternative to a big birthday cake. The toasted, earthy flavour of the nuts marries beautifully with the sweetness of the strawberries. A really special recipe that is great to master.
  • Serves 12
  • 55 mins
  • 170 calories
Passion fruit martini
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Make a classic cocktail at home with this simple passion fruit martini recipe. Vanilla vodka balances the tangy fresh passion fruit and pineapple for an easy cocktail for one.
  • Serves 1
  • 10 mins
  • 165 calories
Baked vegetable crisps
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Starring carrot, parsnip and potato, these delicious baked vegetable crisps are the ultimate healthy swap for your usual packet of crisps - and they only take 20 minutes to make, perfect for when the urge to snack arises
  • Serves 4
  • 12 mins
  • 92 calories
Mixed fruit punch
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A delicious mixture of pineapple, orange, lemon and exotic juices with fresh fruit
  • Serves 4
  • 35 mins
  • 110 calories

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