Festive cocktails

Cookinero 6 Nov 2022

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The most New Year's drink, of course, is champagne. But why not try something new? All cocktails are designed for 8 servings.

How to cook Festive cocktails

Step 1

Cranberry-orange fizz. Put half a thyme in a mortar and lightly mash with a pestle to extract the essential oil. Transfer to a shaker. Pour in the gin, orange liqueur, orange juice and cranberry juice. Add 3-4 ice cubes and shake well. Divide ice into tall glasses, pour cocktail and top up with sprite. Garnish with cranberries and thyme.

Step 2

Raspberry Bellini. Place the berries in a blender. Add honey and lemon juice and grind to a puree. Pass through a sieve to remove the pits. Divide the puree between glasses and pour over the champagne. Stir and serve immediately.

Step 3

Coconut champagne. Cut the vanilla pod in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Combine coconut flakes and vanilla seeds on a saucer, pour honey on another saucer. Dip the edge of the glasses first in honey, and then in shavings. Mix coconut milk with liqueur and pour into glasses. Top up glasses with champagne and stir. Serve immediately.