Get Fruity: 3 Amazing Cocktails with Fresh Fruit as Their Magic Ingredient

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11th July 2024
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The season of sun and fun is here! And what better way to celebrate than a delicious cocktail bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh fruit?

Everyone loves a fresh cocktail at this time of year, so we've put together three amazing fruity mixes that will be the stars of your next summer gathering.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your favorite fruits, get ready to mix, and impress your friends with these fruity masterpieces. Remember they don’t have to contain alcohol for you to create a delicious drink!

Bellini

The Bellini is a classic summer favorite thanks to its mix of fresh peaches and sparkling Prosecco. This refreshingly light cocktail is believed to have been invented in the 1940s at Harry's Bar in Venice, Italy. The delicate sweetness of the peach puree goes perfectly with the dry Prosecco, creating a drink that's both elegant and easy to sip. Bellini's beautiful pink hue is perfect for any poolside or outdoors brunch event.

How to make it? Simple. You’ll just need a few ingredients, including:

  • Two ounces fresh peach puree (made from ripe peaches)
  • Four ounces chilled Prosecco
  • Peach slice (for garnish, optional)

Then, you follow these simple steps:

  1. Pour the peach puree into a chilled champagne chute.
  2. Gently top the puree with Prosecco, allowing the liquids to blend naturally.
  3. Garnish with a fresh peach slice, if desired.

For a smoother puree, strain the blended peaches through a fine-mesh sieve. You can also substitute fresh peaches (if unavailable) with high-quality store-bought peach nectar.

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Classic
Stirred

Invented at Harry's Bar in Venice during the 1930's, this cocktail was originally made using sparkling Italian white wine, and in many parts of Italy it still is made that way. Popular tradition however has switched the wine for champagne. A simple classic.

Ingredients

Method
How to make a Bellini

Serves 1 · Takes 3 minutes
Add the peach juice into a mixing glass and add the Prosecco
Stir gently
Pour into a champagne flute and serve
View the full recipe

A non-alcoholic option is also possible. Here, you combine 40ml pear juice, 20ml ginger syrup, 20ml fresh lemon juice and 30ml brewed jasmine tea in a shaker filled with ice. Then, just like James Bond’s famous casino waiter who’s preparing a Martini for the superspy while he plays roulette, you shake the drink vigorously until it’s blended together.

Bond probably wouldn’t be content with modern non-alcoholic cocktails, or today’s online casinos for that matter, but there’s no denying that both can be fun if used in the right way. 

Mojito: The mint marvel

Next up is the Mojito, a Cuban classic that perfectly captures the essence of summer with its refreshing blend of mint, lime, and rum.

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This amazing cocktail is believed to have originated in Havana sometime in the early 20th century. The combination of zesty lime juice and white rum creates a drink that's both stimulating and cooling – ideal for a hot summer day.

Here's how to craft this minty delight (yields one serving):

  • Grab two ounces of white rum, a fresh lime wedge, a handful of fresh mint leaves, a teaspoon of granulated sugar, and club soda to top it all off.
  • Muddle the mint leaves and sugar in a highball glass. This will release the mint's fragrant oils.
  • Squeeze the lime juice into the glass and add the rum.
  • Fill the glass with ice and top it with club soda, gently stirring to combine the flavors.
  • Garnish with a mint sprig and a lime wedge for a touch of visual flair.

For a fruitier twist, add a handful of fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries work well) along with the mint for an extra burst of flavor.

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Classic
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The Mojito is a classic Cuban cocktail that has gained worldwide popularity for its refreshing qualities. It features a tantalizing mix of crisp lime juice, aromatic mint leaves, and the smoothness of white rum, all balanced with a touch of sugar for sweetness. These ingredients are complemented by the effervescence of soda water, making the Mojito an invigorating and light beverage. Traditionally served in a highball glass, this cocktail offers a balance of citrus and herbal flavors with a cool, minty finish, making it particularly enjoyable on warm days or as an uplifting pre-dinner drink.

Ingredients

Method
How to make a Mojito

Serves 1 · Takes 3 minutes
In the bottom of a highball glass, muddle the mint leaves with the sugar and lime juice to release the oils from the mint leaves
Next add a splash of soda water and fill up the glass with crushed ice
Add the rum, top up with the soda water and give it a stir
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of lime and serve
View the full recipe

Sparkling Strawberry Sunrise

This non-alcoholic crowd-pleaser is a beautiful and refreshing option, perfect for any daytime gathering.

Here's what you'll need:

  • Two ounces fresh strawberry puree (made from ripe strawberries)
  • Two ounces orange juice
  • One ounce fresh lemon juice
  • Club soda to top it off
  • Fresh strawberries and an orange slice for garnish (optional)

The steps to follow are pretty simple.

  • Combine the strawberry puree, orange juice, and lemon juice in a shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake vigorously until chilled and well combined.
  • Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
  • Top the drink with club soda, allowing the liquids to blend naturally for a beautiful ombre effect.
  • Garnish with a fresh strawberry and orange slice, if desired.

This recipe creates a lively and flavorful drink that's perfect for those who want to enjoy the taste of summer without the alcohol.

 

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