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Cranberry margarita

Add a dash of festive spirit to any Christmas party with this vivid red tequila, cranberry and triple sec cocktail, decorated with an orange sugar rim

Author: Miriam Nice

Rosé sangria

This refreshing fruity drink is perfect for warmer weather, with nectarines, strawberries and orange liqueur - easily doubled for parties

Author: Lizzie Harris

Strawberry mojito

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Author: Miriam Nice

Rhubarb gin

Use seasonal rhubarb to make this G&T-with-a-difference, or top the finished gin with soda water for a refreshing and gloriously pink summertime drink

Author: Diana Henry

Lychee martini

Take the martini to the next level by combining it with the wonderful flavour of lychee. Serve in a martini glass and garnish with rose petals for the...

Author: Miriam Nice

Sazerac

Indulge in a classic sazerac cocktail, with whiskey, absinthe, bitters and an orange garnish. Try on the rocks if you'd prefer

Author: Miriam Nice

Caipiroska

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Author: Miriam Nice

Blueberry mojito

Sip our refreshing blueberry mojito when the sun starts to shine. This easy cocktail can be mixed up in minutes with a handful of ingredients

Author: Miriam Nice

Vesper martini

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Author: Dustin Macmillan

Zombie cocktail

Blend white and dark rum with lime juice, pineapple juice and a splash of grenadine to make this ghoulish Halloween cocktail. Garnish with cherries and...

Author: Miriam Nice

Manhattan

Combine dry and sweet vermouth to make the perfect Manhattan cocktail. Add bourbon, Angostura bitters and morello cherry to complete the classic flavour...

Author: Dustin Macmillan

Sex on the beach cocktail

Combine vodka with peach schnapps and cranberry juice to make a classic sex on the beach cocktail. Garnish with cocktail cherries and orange slices

Author: Miriam Nice

Americano

Try the Americano for a satisfying long cocktail, with Campari and sweet vermouth mixed with soda water and an orange wedge as garnish

Author: Dustin Macmillan

Toffee vodka

Impress party guests with homemade toffee vodka cocktails. They're easy to make and are a great birthday or Christmas gift for cocktail lovers

Author: Miriam Nice

Coconut & pineapple cooler

Enjoy this crowd-pleasing tropical cocktail with coconut rum, gin and pineapple juice. It will sit happily in an ice bucket for several hours, ideal for...

Author: Miriam Nice

Tropical coconut rum punch

Keep your party guests content with this creamy, fruity drink with Malibu, coconut milk, pineapple and mango juice

Author: Sarah Cook

Pink lady cocktail

Serve this fun 'pink lady' gin cocktail to someone special, it's perfect for Valentine's Day. Make your own grenadine-style syrup for the wow factor

Author: Miriam Nice

Easy elderflower liqueur

Go foraging for a homemade elderflower liqueur - choose creamy looking blossoms well away from pollution. Best drunk fresh, make this your summer tipple...

Author: Good Food team

Grapefruit spritz

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Author: Good Food team

Limoncello spritz

Mix up this easy limoncello spritz from Lina Stores in minutes. Add extra flavour by infusing your limoncello with thyme sprigs for the perfect summer...

Author: Lina Stores

Verbena spritz

A stunning summer cocktail, create this dazzling verbena spritz ideally when lemon verbena is in season, or buy the dried leaves from a tea specialist

Author: Rich Woods

Mango bellini

Blend fresh fruit with champagne to make this fabulous mango bellini. It's great as a summer cocktail or a dinner party aperitif, or alongside a weekend...

Author: Miriam Nice

Raspberry fizz

Serve this fruity cocktail at a garden party or wedding reception. With crushed fresh raspberries, raspberry liqueur and champagne, it's a real taste of...

Author: Miriam Nice

Goji berry & raspberry cooler

Serve up this fruity mocktail on lazy summer days when you crave a refreshing drink. It's flavoured with goji berries, raspberries, ginger and honey

Author: Sarah Lienard

Vampiro cocktail

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Author: Guy Mazuch

Gin free G&T

Cater for the designated drivers at your party with this divine alcohol-free G&T mocktail. Chamomile, cardamom, mint, cloves and rosemary create the botanical...

Author: Miriam Nice

Irish whiskey old fashioned

Add a twist to an old fashioned and use elderflower cordial in place of the usual orange. It's a sophisticated cocktail to add to a dinner party

Author: Kieran Rocks

Mango & pineapple mojito

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Author: Miriam Nice

Champagne mojito

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Author: Miriam Nice

Sidecar mocktail

Serve up a sophisticated alcohol-free sidecar mocktail. It's made with lapsang souchong tea, lemon juice, marmalade and honey

Author: Miriam Nice

Damson vodka

Make the most of autumnal fruit with our simple homemade damson vodka recipe. This autumnal drink is delicious neat or served in seasonal cocktails

Author: Lulu Grimes

Raspberry & passion fruit martini

This fruity vodka cocktail for two is perfect for a romantic Valentine's meal - float half a passion fruit on top for an extra special touch

Author: Cassie Best

Easy bloody mary

Mix together tomato juice, amontillado sherry, vodka and sherry vinegar to make a bloody mary cocktail. Season to suit with Tabasco and Worcestershire...

Author: Diana Henry

Sherry cobbler

Create a classic sherry cocktail that dates back to the mid 1800s. Refreshing, long and fruity, we've used a blend of sherries for depth of flavour

Author: Rich Woods

White rabbit cocktail

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Author: Miriam Nice

Whisky highball

Try this take on the whisky highball cocktail, with mint leaves, sparkling water and a lemon garnish to make the most of the classic flavours

Author: Miriam Nice

Raspberry & rose spritzers

A glass of delicate pink fizz is the perfect addition to any picnic or party - ready in just 2 minutes

Author: Cassie Best

Pink gin iced tea

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Author: Miriam Nice

Rhubarb spritz

Try this lovely low alcohol rhubarb spritz. A spritz would normally contain gin, but the sharp lemon and aromatic star anise mean you won't miss it

Author: Miriam Nice

Pineapple & lime mocktail

Mix a sparkling mocktail that will bring sunshine to any party - and to make it slightly sweeter, use soda water instead of tonic water

Author: Miriam Nice

Hibiscus & prosecco cocktail

Hibiscus flowers in syrup add a final flourish to this pink prosecco and vodka cocktail - ideal to sip at a Eurovision party

Author: Miriam Nice

Aviation

Try our pretty-in-pink aviation cocktail for a fun, retro party drink. This easy gin-based drink is one to get the party started and is ready in just 5...

Author: Miriam Nice

Vermouth & soda

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Author: Miriam Nice

Candy corn old fashioned

Blend a traditional old fashioned with a homemade gomme made using candy corn (a Halloween favourite in the US) to make this spooky cocktail

Author: Guy Mazuch

Aperol & limoncello cocktail

Mix vodka, limoncello, Aperol and orange juice for this punchy citrus party drink - make with Campari if you prefer

Author: Sarah Cook

Cucumber, mint & melon punch

A fruity, minty, refreshing punch for a summer party. The mix of juicy honeydew, cantaloupe and watermelon chunks make this the ultimate cooler to beat...

Author: Cassie Best

Apple & ginger mojito

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Author: Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com

Dark & stormy coffee cocktail

Are you a die-hard fan of a dark and stormy? Twist up a classic cocktail with a dash of freshly brewed espresso to pair with traditional ginger beer

Author: Miriam Nice

Cassis spritz

Make the most of that crème de cassis lurking at the back of the cupboard. With white wine and Cynar (a bitter herbal liqueur), it's a wonderful summer...

Author: Miriam Nice

New York sour mocktail

Enjoy a taste of summer with this New York sour mocktail. Flavoured with tea, pomegranate, lemon and maple syrup, it's just as showbiz as the alcoholic...

Author: Miriam Nice