Best Spring Cocktails

Discover 5 refreshing spring cocktails full of bright and floral flavors. From Elderflower Spritz to Strawberry Basil Smash, these drinks are perfect for enjoyi

Best Spring Cocktails

Five refreshing cocktails with bright, floral, and citrus-forward flavors perfect for spring.

Elderflower Spritz

Estimated preparation time: 3 minutes

Ingredients

• 40 ml elderflower liqueur
• 60 ml prosecco
• 30 ml soda water
• 1 lemon slice
• Ice

Preparation

1. Fill a large wine glass with ice.
2. Add the elderflower liqueur.
3. Pour in the prosecco and top with soda water.
4. Garnish with a lemon slice.

Pairs well with

• Bruschetta and light cheese platters

Strawberry Basil Smash

Estimated preparation time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 50 ml gin
• 3 strawberries
• 4 basil leaves
• 20 ml lemon juice
• 15 ml simple syrup
• Ice

Preparation

1. Muddle the strawberries and basil in a shaker.
2. Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
3. Add ice and shake well.
4. Strain into a glass filled with ice.

Pairs well with

• Goat cheese salad

Spring Lemon Collins

Estimated preparation time: 4 minutes

Ingredients

• 50 ml gin
• 25 ml fresh lemon juice
• 15 ml simple syrup
• Soda water
• Ice

Preparation

1. Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2. Strain into a tall glass with ice.
3. Top with soda water.
4. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Pairs well with

• Seafood dishes

Cucumber Mint Cooler

Estimated preparation time: 4 minutes

Ingredients

• 50 ml vodka or gin
• 4 cucumber slices
• 5 mint leaves
• 20 ml lime juice
• 10 ml simple syrup
• Soda water

Preparation

1. Muddle cucumber and mint in a shaker.
2. Add alcohol, lime juice, and simple syrup.
3. Add ice and shake well.
4. Strain into a glass and top with soda.

Pairs well with

• Sushi or light snacks

Lavender Gin Fizz

Estimated preparation time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 45 ml gin
• 20 ml lemon juice
• 15 ml lavender syrup
• Soda water
• Ice

Preparation

1. Shake gin, lemon juice, and lavender syrup.
2. Strain into a glass with ice.
3. Top with soda water.
4. Garnish with lavender.

Pairs well with

• Macarons or light desserts