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SUMMER TREND: Wine Cocktails to Shake Up Your Holidays
9 August 2024
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9 August 2024
Article written by Nathalie Parent Dumoulin, NEXT Edition
Wine-based cocktails are back in style, bringing a new world of delicious options for beverage enthusiasts. No longer confined to the realm of wine tasting, wine can be blended with other exquisite ingredients to craft original and delightful drinks. It’s as if wine has finally chosen to break free from conventions and chart its own course!
What if this summer trend were to become a timeless phenomenon? This whimsical and refined craze lets the younger crowd rediscover the joys of wine. A genuinely noble goal aspiration.
Why settle for a simple glass of wine when you can have fun creating unique and refreshing mixes? These cocktails are an explosion of flavors that will enliven your taste buds and delight your guests. Give free rein to your creativity, and discover the wonderful world of wine cocktails!
Experience our Globe-Trotting Recipes
Savor a delightful white wine cocktail with hints of island pineapple and lemon, or indulge in a refreshing rosé and juicy summer fruit blend. These recipes will awaken your taste buds and elevate your evenings with friends. So, prepare your shaker, bring out your best cocktail glasses, and let yourself be enchanted by our exquisite suggestions. Experience wine in a whole new light!
Roman Holiday – Scoot to ITALY
½ part (20 ml) gin
½ part (20 ml) sweet vermouth
1 dash of lemon juice
Dry white wine
Shake the gin, vermouth, and lemon juice with ice and pour into a whisky glass. Add a dry white wine (Italian for an authentic “Roman Holiday” or French for a poolside aperitif) and garnish with lemon zest and a sprig of rosemary.
Pineapple Cooler – Fly to BRAZIL
85 g pineapple, diced
3 parts (130 ml) white wine
1 dash of lemon juice
Sparkling water
Place ingredients in a blender with 3 or 4 ice cubes and blend until smooth. Then, pour into a large cup and top up with sparkling water.
Pink Chevrolet – Take a road trip to the USA
55 g fresh strawberries
45 ml strawberry liqueur
1 dash of lemon juice
Champagne or sparkling white wine or sparkling rosé wine
Place strawberries, liqueur, and lemon juice in a blender with 3 or 4 ice cubes. Blend for 10 seconds, pour into a highball glass, and top up with champagne. Garnish with a fresh strawberry.
Maxim’s in London – Pop Over to the UK
45 ml brandy
¼ part (10 ml) Cointreau or triple sec
¼ part (10 ml) orange juice
Champagne or sparkling white wine
Combine brandy, Cointreau, and orange juice with ice in a mixing glass, then strain into a champagne flute. Top up with champagne and garnish with orange zest.
Rosé and Summer Fruits Sangria – Trek to SPAIN
1 bottle of rosé wine
Summer fruit: strawberries, raspberries, orange slices, mint leaves
Dash of lemon juice
Sugar cane syrup, to taste
Combine wine, summer fruits, and mint; add a splash of sugar cane syrup and a squeeze of lemon for balance. Chill in the fridge for a few hours, then serve in tall glasses over ice.
Red Wine Mojito – Cruise to CUBA
Mint leaves (10) + decoration
2 teaspoons sugar cane syrup
Juice of half a lime
100 ml red wine
Sparkling water
Gently muddle the mint leaves with the sugar cane syrup and lime juice. Add ice and red wine, then top up with sparkling water and stir lightly. Garnish with additional mint leaves.
Devil’s Margarita – Wander to MEXICO
45 ml tequila
30 ml lime juice
20 ml sugar cane syrup
15 ml red wine
Combine ice cubes, tequila, lime juice, and sugar cane syrup in a shaker. Shake vigorously and strain into a cocktail glass. Using the back of the spoon handle, pour red wine onto the surface. Garnish with two small red chilies on the rim to resemble devil’s horns.
Perfecting Your Cocktails
For perfecting your wine-based cocktails, remember these foolproof tips:
Cheers, and always remember to enjoy your drinks in moderation!
Article written by Nathalie Parent Dumoulin, NEXT Edition, WI&NE Nouvelle-Aquitaine member
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