Over the last month or so we’ve been hanging out with the guys from Smirnoff, learning some handy tips and tricks and how easy it is to make some great drinks – all it takes is some inspiration! If you are looking for some exciting drinks over the festive period then look no further – here are 5 delicious recipes for you to enjoy:
The Secret Garden
Some secrets are just too good to keep hidden away. The Secret Garden is an autumn inspired fruit bonanza with a ginger twist. The combination of Smirnoff No.21 Vodka, sweet blackcurrant cordial with ginger ale and dark berries makes for a delicious drink.
Mint Cookie Shake
For those people who want to shake things up a little (or a lot) during the festive period, the Mint Cookie Shake is an American diner inspired creamy chocolaty mix of cookies that’s perfectly blended with milk, vanilla ice cream and Smirnoff No.21 Vodka.
Hot Apple Bite
A perfect winter warmer, this is a hot twist on the Smirnoff Apple Bite which is inspired by a world of temptation where things are not always as they seem. The combination of apple juice and a spoonful of brown sugar blends perfectly with Smirnoff No.21 Vodka.Heated in a saucepan and served in a glass mug with an apple slice for garnish, this drink makes for the perfect winter cocktail.
Gingerbread Man
A delicious drink to get you in the mood for the festive period, the Gingerbread Man combines Smirnoff No.21 Vodka with sweet ginger syrup and lemon juice.
Old Fashioned Christmas
Paying homage to the best bits of the festive season (the food), the Old Fashioned Christmas is a delicious cocktail which combines Smirnoff No.21 Vodka with a spiced concoction of apple juice, cranberry, cinnamon, orange and star anise.
For more tips on how to make cocktails and create some inventive and exciting combinations of your own, visit www.thebar.com/outsidetheglass for fun Smirnoff recipes and ideas.
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