A spritz cocktail is a light, refreshing sparkling drink traditionally served over ice with soda and a bitter or aromatic base. Originally popularised in Northern Italy, spritz cocktails are now a staple of summer drinking thanks to their bright flavours, lower alcohol content and easy-drinking style.

Try our Vermouth Spritz for a lower ABV cocktail made with vermouth, soda water and sparkling wine. It’s herbal, citrus-forward and perfect for aperitivo hour or daytime drinking.

A Dirty Martini Spritz brings a savoury twist to the classic spritz format. Olive brine, crisp vodka or gin, vermouth and sparkling soda create a refreshing cocktail with salty depth and a clean finish.

Or for something light, floral and slightly sweet, try a Hugo Spritz, typically made with gin, elderflower, sparkling wine, mint and soda water. It’s one of the most refreshing cocktails for warm weather and garden parties.

Vodka is one of the most versatile spirits for summer cocktails thanks to its clean finish and ability to pair with citrus, tropical fruit, herbs and savoury ingredients. From refreshing spritzes to pre-batched party cocktails, vodka works across a wide range of summer serves.

Our Piña Colada Martini combines tropical pineapple, creamy coconut and smooth vodka for a modern take on two cocktail classics. It’s rich, refreshing and perfect for summer evenings.

Make Limoncello using vodka - ideal for pre-batching ahead of parties or events. Combining bright lemon flavours with chilled vodka and soda creates an easy-drinking summer serve that’s crisp, citrus-led and refreshing over ice. Here's how to make your own Limoncello, and here's a great Limoncello cocktail recipe.

For savoury cocktail lovers, a Bloody Mary made with olive oil vodka adds texture, richness and depth. The subtle savoury character pairs perfectly with tomato, spice and citrus for an elevated summer brunch cocktail.

For fresh and seasonal serves, the best gin for summer cocktails is one with light, floral and citrus-forward notes.

Our Apple & Hibiscus Pink Gin is ideal for summer, offering delicate floral flavours with a crisp apple freshness. Made using wonky apples and infused with hibiscus, it delivers natural sweetness from vanilla with no added sugar, making it a refreshing choice for lighter cocktails.

If you prefer a more classic profile, our London Dry Gin is a versatile option. Its bright citrus notes work beautifully in summer drinks - simply garnish with lemon peel or pink grapefruit for a clean, zesty serve.

The best mixers for gin in summer are light, aromatic and refreshing, enhancing botanical flavours without overpowering them.

Our Apple & Hibiscus Pink Gin pairs perfectly with Mediterranean-style tonic waters such as Fever-Tree Mediterranean or Double Dutch Sun & Sea tonic. These mixers complement the gin’s floral notes and subtle sweetness, creating a balanced, summer-ready serve.

For a more classic option, our London Dry Gin works beautifully with Le Tribute tonic water. This artisanal Spanish tonic, made with natural quinine from cinchona bark, brings delicate lemongrass notes that enhance the gin’s citrus profile.

Easy gin cocktails for spring are all about simplicity, fresh ingredients and bright flavours.

• A Hugo gin spritz is a popular spring favourite, combining London Dry Gin with elderflower liqueur, mint and soda for a light, floral drink.
• For something more spirit-forward yet refreshing, try an Appletini, which highlights crisp apple flavours with a clean finish.
• If you enjoy a classic like a Negroni, a lighter twist such as an Enzoni (made with white grapes) adds a fresh, seasonal touch while keeping that bittersweet balance.

These cocktails are quick to make at home and perfect for spring entertaining.

Low-alcohol summer cocktails are increasingly popular, offering lighter options without sacrificing flavour.

One of the easiest ways to create a low-ABV cocktail is to swap gin for vermouth or a lighter aperitif. Our Bianco Vermouth (20% ABV) is a great choice - lengthened with soda or tonic, it creates a refreshing and easy-drinking serve ideal for daytime occasions.

If you enjoy a Negroni but want something lighter, try an Americano. By removing the gin and combining Bianco Vermouth (20% ABV) with Red Bitter (29% ABV) and soda, you get the same bittersweet flavour profile in a longer, lower-alcohol drink - perfect for long summer afternoons.