Basketball - cocktailsParis Olympics 2024
Basketball Olympic Corner
Welcome to our basketball-themed cocktail corner, where the energy and excitement of Olympic basketball come to life in a glass.
Discover a collection of expertly crafted cocktails inspired by the high-flying dunks and buzzer-beater shots that define this exhilarating sport. Each drink has been created by our talented featured bartenders, who bring their unique flair and passion to every recipe. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love a good game, these basketball-inspired cocktails are perfect for toasting your favorite moments.
Explore the recipes, meet the mixologists behind them, and get ready to elevate your Olympic viewing experience with a delicious drink in hand.
Did you know?
Olympic Basketball facts
First olympic appearance: 1936 (Berlin)
Olympic Debut:
Basketball made its debut as an official Olympic sport in the 1936 Berlin Games. The tournament was played outdoors on a clay and sand court, and the United States won the gold medal, defeating Canada in the final.
Basketball Inspired Cocktails
Dunk and Dribble Shot
- 10 ml Aftershock (Blue)
- 10 ml Triple sec
- 5 ml Blue curaçao
- 5 ml Pineapple juice
- 10ml Grenadine
Dunk and Dribble Shot is a bright, party-style shooter built around bold liqueurs and punchy colour, designed more for impact...
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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.
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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