Rowing - cocktailsParis Olympics 2024
Rowing Olympic Corner
Welcome to our Rowing-themed cocktail recipe hub! Combining the exhilarating spirit of rowing with the art of mixology, our platform offers a delightful selection of cocktails inspired by the sport. Each drink captures aspects like precision, strength, and elegance, embodying the true essence of Rowing.
Delve into our curated collection of rowing-inspired cocktails, with recipes created by some of the world's most creative bartenders. Enjoy fascinating facts about Rowing in the Olympics and immerse yourself in the rich history of this venerable sport while you sip on your perfectly crafted beverage.
Did you know?
Olympic Rowing facts
First olympic appearance: 1900 (Paris, France)
Famous Trades for Gold:
In the 1936 Berlin Olympics, the University of Washington's 8-oared crew—comprised of underdog American college students—triumphed against Europe’s best to win gold. Their inspiring journey is highlighted in the book and film 'The Boys in the Boat.'
Rowing Inspired Cocktails
Gooseberry and Elderflower French 75
Created by Jamie Zalinski
- 50ml Dry gin
- Top up Champagne / prosecco
- 25ml Elderflower syrup
- 15ml Lemon juice
- 6 Gooseberries
Gooseberry and Elderflower French 75 is a bright, fruit-led twist on the French 75 template: gin lengthened with sparkling wine...
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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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Meet the Bartenders
Behind the Rowing cocktails
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Jamie Zalinski
Head bartender at Five Little Pigs
Jamie Zalinski is the Head Bartender at Five Little Pigs in Wallingford, Oxford, UK. Known for pouring the perfect pint and keeping Prosecco glasses filled, Jamie also crafts the restaurant's monthly seasonal cocktails. His creations emphasize seasonality, locality, and sustainability, ensuring a diverse and flavorful range of drinks. Jamie's commitment to using locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients enhances each cocktail and aligns with Five Little Pigs' environmental values, offering guests a memorable drinking experience.
