Cheers, it’s Cocktail week — here’s five of the best
London Cocktail Week is taking place in Seven Dials between 7th-13th October. For more information visit Sevendials.co.uk/events
Champagne style: Bellini
2 shots peach puree
1/2 shot creme de peche de vigne liqueur
1/4 shot freshly squeezed lemon juice
Top up with Prosecco sparkiing wine
Shake first three ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass. Add Prosecco and stir
Martini style: Sidecar
1 1/2 shot Courvoisier Exclusif VSOP cognac
1 shot Cointreau triple sec
1 shot freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 shot chilled mineral water
Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass
Stirred: Sweet Manhattan
2 1/2 shots Maker’s Mark bourbon
1/8 shot Maraschino syrup (from cherry jar)
1 shot Martini Rosso sweet vermouth
3 dashes Angostura Aromatic Bitters
Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into chilled glass
Tropical: PIna Colada
2 shots Bacardi Gold Rum
4 shots freshly pressed pineapple juice
1 shot coconut milk
1 shot double cream and a pinch of salt
Blend all ingredients with one 12oz scoop crushed ice and serve with straws
Long and refreshing: Vodka Rickey
2 shots Ketel One Vodka
1/2 shot freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 shot sugar syrup
Top up with club soda
Shake first three ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass. Top with soda