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Sipping in Style: Our Favorite Summer Cocktails

June 24, 2024

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Hello, cocktail enthusiasts and summer lovers!

As the days get longer and the sun shines brighter, there's nothing quite like enjoying a refreshing cocktail in the garden. At Mustard and Gray, we're all about making those moments even more special with our beautiful selection of cocktail shakers. So, grab your shaker, head to your garden, and let's mix up some of our favorite summer cocktails in style!

1. Classic Mojito
Nothing says summer quite like a classic Mojito. The refreshing combination of mint, lime, and rum is perfect for cooling down on a hot day.
Ingredients:

Fresh mint leaves

1 lime, cut into wedges

2 tablespoons white sugar

1 cup ice cubes

1 1/2 ounces white rum

1/2 cup soda water

Instructions:

Muddle the mint leaves and lime wedges in your Mustard and Gray cocktail shaker.

Add sugar and muddle again to release the lime juice.

Fill the shaker with ice, pour in the rum, and shake well.

Pour the mixture into a glass and top with soda water. Garnish with a mint sprig and a lime slice.

2. Strawberry Basil Lemonade

This fruity and herbaceous cocktail is a delightful twist on traditional lemonade. Perfect for a summer afternoon!

Ingredients:

Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

Fresh basil leaves

1 ounce lemon juice

1 ounce simple syrup

1 1/2 ounces vodka

Club soda

Instructions:

Muddle the strawberries and basil leaves in your cocktail shaker.

Add lemon juice, simple syrup, and vodka. Fill with ice and shake well.

Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with club soda. Garnish with a strawberry and basil leaf.

3. Cucumber Elderflower Gin Fizz

For a refreshing and sophisticated gin-based cocktail, try the Cucumber Elderflower Gin Fizz. It's light, floral, and perfect for a summer day.

Ingredients:

Fresh cucumber slices

1 ounce elderflower liqueur

1 1/2 ounces gin

1 ounce lime juice

Club soda

Instructions:

Muddle the cucumber slices in your Mustard and Gray cocktail shaker.

Add elderflower liqueur, gin, and lime juice. Fill with ice and shake well.

Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with club soda. Garnish with a cucumber slice and a sprig of mint.

4. Blackberry Gin Smash

This fruity and refreshing Blackberry Gin Smash is perfect for a summer evening. It's a delightful mix of berries and gin that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients:

Fresh blackberries

Fresh mint leaves

1 ounce simple syrup

1 1/2 ounces gin

1 ounce lemon juice

Club soda

Instructions:

Muddle the blackberries and mint leaves in your cocktail shaker.

Add simple syrup, gin, and lemon juice. Fill with ice and shake well.

Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with club soda. Garnish with a few blackberries and a mint sprig.

Mix in Style with Mustard and Gray Cocktail Shakers

Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or just love experimenting with new flavors, our selection of beautiful cocktail shakers will add a touch of elegance to your summer gatherings. Crafted with precision and style, our shakers are perfect for creating these refreshing cocktails in your garden.

Visit our website to explore our range of cocktail shakers and other barware essentials. Cheers to a summer filled with delicious drinks, good company, and memorable moments!

mustardandgray.com/collections/cocktail-shakers