Don't be left out of the party just because you're not getting boozy. These pretty drinks still have all the fun – minus the hangover
Elegant, sophisticated and oh-so-attractive. And that's just the drinks. Forgoing alcohol in your beverage doesn't mean missing out on a glass of something exotic, and these vibrant drinks bring something special to the occasion. Serve at a garden party, baby shower, afternoon tea or fancy brunch.
Once that's done, you may want to have a look at some of our favourite high tea establishments and cheese larders for some food inspo for your soireé.
Muddled drinks allow for the full flavours of whole fruits – and they look pretty special too.
What: 600ml Appletiser, 50ml strawberry puree, handful of mint leaves, dash of ginger syrup, six strawberries, ice
How: Combine all ingredients in jug and muddle. Garnish with strawberries and mint.
Refreshingly tart, a hint of bitterness and a touch of sweetness – this is one cool blend.
What: 60ml grapefruit juice, 10ml lime juice, 10ml sugar syrup, 50-100ml Appletiser to top, grapefruit wedge (garnish), apple wedge (garnish), black pepper (garnish), ice
How: Add the juices and sugar syrup to an ice-filled shaker. Shake and strain into an ice-filled highball glass and top with Appletiser. Garnish with grapefruit and apple wedges plus a pinch of black pepper.
What: 15ml berry flavoured syrup, 20ml lime juice, Appletiser to top, apple fan (garnish), ice
How: Add berry-flavoured syrup and juice to an ice-filled highball glass. Top with Appletiser and stir. Garnish with an apple fan.
This sophisticated mix is easy to make for an afternoon with the girls.
What: 15ml berry flavoured syrup, 15ml lemon juice, six raspberries, 90ml Appletiser, apple slices (garnish), ice
How: Shake berry-flavoured syrup, juice and raspberries vigorously with ice and strain into a chilled Martini glass. Top with Appletiser and garnish with fresh apple slices.