Badminton - cocktailsParis Olympics 2024
Badminton Olympic Corner
Welcome to our dedicated page for Badminton-inspired cocktails, where the exhilarating energy of the sport meets the artistry of mixology. Whether you're an avid badminton player or simply an enthusiast, here you'll discover unique cocktails that reflect the spirit and intensity of this dynamic sport.
Delve into fascinating facts about badminton's Olympic history, learn about bartenders who have crafted beverages inspired by the game, and find curated recipes that will give your next cocktail party a shuttlecock spin. Let's serve up some creative concoctions and raise a glass to the fast-paced world of badminton!
Did you know?
Olympic Badminton facts
First olympic appearance: 1992 (Barcelona, Spain)
Notable Champions:
China has dominated badminton in the Olympics, collecting the most medals. Legendary players like Lin Dan and Zhang Ning have become synonymous with Olympic success in this sport.
Badminton Inspired Cocktails
The Victory Smash
- 50ml Gin
- 30ml Lime juice
- 15ml Agave syrup
- 4 wedges Lime
- 10 leaves Mint leaves
- splash Water
The Victory Smash sits firmly in the modern “smash” family: a gin-forward, citrusy drink built around muddled fruit and fresh...
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Trending Olympic Cocktails
Our current trending Olympic-inspired cocktails are the talk of the town. These popular recipes capture the spirit of the games and are perfect for any celebration. Dive into the cocktails below to see what's currently trending.
The Tennis Cup
TennisThe Tennis Cup is a tall, easy-drinking gin-based highball that leans into the “cup” style of mixed drinks—lightly fortified, gently...
Created by Sam Patel
Gooseberry and Elderflower French 75
RowingGooseberry and Elderflower French 75 is a bright, fruit-led twist on the French 75 template: gin lengthened with sparkling wine...
Created by Jamie Zalinski
Long Distance Reviver
Marathon swimmingLong Distance Reviver sits in that modern highball space where a classic base spirit meets a bold liqueur and a...
Created by Double Dutch Drinks
Passion to Win
Rythmic gymnasticsPassion to Win is a bright, modern spritz-style highball that leans into Aperol’s bittersweet aperitivo character and lifts it with...
Created by Double Dutch Drinks
Olympic Spirit
AthleticsOlympic Spirit sits firmly in the gin-and-vermouth, stirred-cocktail tradition, with a small but telling accent of herbal liqueur. You’ll recognise...
Created by Forest Distillery
Plain Sailing
SailingPlain Sailing is a bright, modern gin highball that keeps things deliberately simple: a clean base spirit, a single bold...
Created by Double Dutch Drinks
Hurdles High Sour
AthleticsHurdles High Sour is a modern gin sour that leans into the contemporary love of tea-inflected spirits and silky, citrus-forward...
Created by Forest Distillery
The Road to Rouen
TriathlonThe Road to Rouen is a tall, Normandy-leaning highball that puts Calvados front and centre, then lifts it with a...
Created by Double Dutch Drinks
Going for Gold
Modern pentathlonGoing for Gold sits firmly in the rum-and-ginger highball family, built for easy drinking with a tropical lean. You’ll recognise...
Created by Double Dutch Drinks
