Tennis - cocktailsParis Olympics 2024
Tennis Olympic Corner
Welcome to our Tennis-themed cocktail hub! Dive into a world where the excitement of the court meets the creativity of the cocktail shaker. Here, you'll discover an array of delicious, tennis-inspired beverages crafted by some of the finest bartenders. Whether you're celebrating a match victory or reminiscing about legendary games, our cocktails will add a special touch to your experience.
Explore our curated selection of tennis-themed cocktails and learn fascinating facts about the sport's rich history in the Olympics. From the elegance of Wimbledon to the thrills of the Olympics, our recipes will transport you to the heart of the action, one sip at a time.
Did you know?
Olympic Tennis facts
First olympic appearance: 1896 (Athens, Greece)
Mixed Doubles Reinstated:
Mixed Doubles, which involves teams of one man and one woman, was reintroduced to the Olympics in 2012 London Games after being absent since the 1920 Antwerp Games.
Tennis Inspired Cocktails
Serve & Volley Sour
- 50ml Coconut rum
- 25ml Lime juice
- 15ml Grenadine
Serve & Volley Sour sits in the modern “sour” family: a spirit-forward drink sharpened with citrus and softened by sweetness....
The Tennis Cup
Created by Sam Patel
- 15ml Gin
- 15ml Triple sec
- 45ml Dubonnet
- 2 dashes Aromatic bitters
- 50ml Ginger ale
- 50ml Cola
- 2 slices Orange
The Tennis Cup is a tall, easy-drinking gin-based highball that leans into the “cup” style of mixed drinks—lightly fortified, gently...
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Explore the 46 unique disciplines of the Paris 2024 Olympics to uncover sport-specific cocktails, intriguing Olympic trivia, the faces behind the cocktails and more.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Meet the Bartenders
Behind the Tennis cocktails
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Sam Patel
Seasoned Mixologist
Sam, the creative force behind @coventrycocktails on Instagram, is a passionate amateur mixologist based in Coventry. Sam crafts cocktails that are targeted to home enthusiasts using classic and modern techniques. Notably, Sam is one of the only to have a cocktail published in Difford’s Guide—the Painkiller Old Fashioned. Sam’s creations reflect a deep love for mixology through engaging posts, vibrant photography, and expertly curated recipes.
