Spring has sprung and it’s time to start thinking about planning spring and summer parties and gatherings! If you’re like me then you probably love spring and love hosting! So while I was researching for myself I wanted to share some 3 awesome cocktail recipes for a spring party, because they’re GREAT!
Mint, Lime & Wine Drink!
This drink is best when you use the flat soda near the end of a two liter…unless you plan on drinking 12 oz of Sprite in which case this is your lucky day. Begin by muddling the mint, sugar, and juice from the two limes at the bottom of a large glass. If you’re not familiar with the process of muddling, it essentially means to smash the mint leaves about a bit in order to release the flavor. You don’t need a proper muddler to do this, I actually found a small, blunt wooden object in the shape of a honey dipper to work perfectly. After this, add a shot of rum and ice, then fill the rest of the glass with the soda. Give it a quick stir and enjoy! Mmm, this one is definitely a crowd pleaser. I’m going to be serving these at my next spring party for sure!
Recipe
-12 oz of Sprite or Seven-up
-6 to 7 fresh mint leaves
-1 to 2 tablespoons of sugar
-1 to 2 limes
-3 to 4 shots of white rum
When I think of spring and summer flavors, I tend to stay away from the darker liquors and pull out the white rums and tequilas. Then, I add a bit of fruit and something fizzy, and voila! Light, refreshing cocktails that are perfect for the coming warm months. This recipe actually comes from my friend’s recent party, and one taste made me so curious about its ingredients that I nearly had to dismantle her kitchen trying to figure it out. I didn’t get the exact proportions, but after some careful experimentation, I’d say it’s pretty close.
Strawberry, Mint & Rum Mojito
Summer is almost here and in the south it can be HOT like summer, in the spring! This delicious strawberry mojito is perfect for a hot day. It’s a really easy recipe and is a little different from the standard mojito. The recipe uses rum but can be made as a non-alcoholic drink, just exclude the rum and add more soda water.
Recipe
– 5 large strawberries, hulled
– 10 fresh mint leaves
– 1/2 a lime, cut into 4 wedges
– 2 tbsp sugar
– Ice
– 1.5 oz white rum
– Soda water
Instructions:
1. Place strawberries in a glass, add the lime wedges and sugar, then muddle it together to release the lime juice and dissolve the sugar.
2. Add the mint leaves to the glass and muddle with the strawberries and lime to release the mint flavor.
3. Half fill the glass with ice, then pour over the rum. 4. Top the glass up with soda water, stir the drink, and garnish with a strawberry and slice of lime.
Elderflower & Mint Drink | Non-alcoholic
To be a good host you always want to include a non-alcohol option for your guests! Try this unique combination of elderflower and mint!
Recipe
-2 cups of sparkling water, club soda or sprite
-3 tbsp elderflower
-ice cubes
-small handful mint leaves
-twist of lemon rind
Directions:
Method to make this is very simple. Pour the sparkling water into 2 low-ball glasses, then add some elderflower cordial to taste. Toss in a few ice cubes, the mint leaves and a twist of lemon rind, then stir gently. Serve straight away.
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xoxo,
Elizabeth Richey
About the Author: Elizabeth Richey, living and thriving in rural Arkansas, Aquarian and iced coffee enthusiast. When she’s not writing, gardening, playing with her chocolate lab Maple or sharing videos on YouTube (Elizabeth’s Many Adventures) you can find her enjoying time with her family or traveling somewhere new! Most of the time she’s dreaming of being kicked back in her hammock in her cottage garden listening to the birds sing.
