I may be pregnant this summer and having to miss out on sunny supping myself (sob – I LOVE G&T in the sunshine) but that doesn’t mean everyone else has to abstain with me… We had friends over for a BBQ on a rare sunny day this week and I absolutely revelled in creating the perfect cocktails and drinks for them because, regardless of what I myself am consuming, this is a role I love to take on… The drink maker!
There’s something really lovely about making that perfect drink for a friend, something to accompany the food and which will look as good as it tastes and my friends are always very appreciative of my efforts. It’s almost, ALMOST, as good seeing them enjoy the drinks as it is tasting them myself and because of this I don’t feel like I’m missing out too much.
I always turn to my go to on line drinks shop 31Dover when it comes to planning a party (or indeed giving a gift – their bottles are delivered looking so beautiful in their black boxes) and this time was no exception. I have to admit it was a little bit bitter sweet ordering Rhubarb and Ginger Gin from Edinburgh Gin (because this would be my top tipple choice) but I literally couldn’t resist much to my pals pleasure!
I also ordered a bottle of Outerspace Vodka because I LOVE to have a talking point spirit in the cupboard – we’re all out of the Butcher’s Gin we ordered from 31Dover last year, it’s a gin steeped over meat (I kid you not) and needed something new and exciting in the drinks huddle to entice people and make them pick up the bottle and ask more questions. The Outerspace Vodka certainly does just that and everyone loved the alien’s head shape to the thick glass but more than that they all enjoyed drinking the contents which is one of the smoothest vodkas my pals assure me they have tried. At the bottom of this post you can WIN a bottle of this delicious talking point vodka for yourself but first take a look at how we had our summer drinks (more sun coming up please as we want to do more of this)!
Edinburgh Gin – Rhubarb and Ginger Gin with a seasonal berry blitz:
In the Nutribullet I whizzed up a small handful of frozen and seasonal berries like raspberries and black berries along with some of the best tonic water – Fever Tree (this can also be ordered from 31Dover). I used this as a mixer for the Edinburgh Rhubarb and Ginger Gin along with a squeeze of lemon for an extra tarte element and garnished with some lemon peel, more berries and a slice of ginger – YUM!
Outerspace Vodka over Ice with a candy floss soda:
I added a small amount of candy floss to the bottom of glasses just for an extra sweet kick and then topped with the Outerspace Vodka from 31Dover and soda water over ice – this went down a treat but the more drinkie of my pals also tried the vodka neat and LOVED it!
So… Wanna win one of those alien shaped bottles of Outerspace Vodka from 31Dover? Then look no further than the Rafflecopter entry form below!
This post is in collaboration with 31Dover.com. T&Cs: UK entrants and 18+ only.
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I enjoy a tipple out in the Sunshine because it is refreshing and relaxing, especially during the lighter evenings!
its relaxing
It is nice to have a relaxing drink with the sun shining
Nothing beats having a drink sitting on the grass in the sun
I always enjoy a tipple in the summer, while putting my feet whether it is in the garden or on holiday
The cold ice in my drink and the warm sun on my face
I love the alien shape bottle and would love the try with the candy floss . I usually drink Baileys neat but need to widen my experiences. (I clicked on the rafflecopter for blog comment accidentally before I read what to put so I apologise if this is not what was asked for.
It gives me a sense of freedom and peace.
I love a long cool cockail in the sumer to cool me down after a gardening session!
Summer tipple in the sunshine means having friends round and having good times
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Relaxing with a nice picnic 🙂
I love a mojito x
Outer space vodka is divine
The warmth of the sunshine on your skin, breathing in the fresh air 🙂
i love enjoy a drink outside whilst chatting with friends 🙂
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I like sitting in the sun with a tipple as it feels so relaxing and gives you the holiday feel
I love the buzz of both the sun and the drink. Add music and friends and it makes it even more enjoyable ?
GREAT BOTTLE LOVE VODKA
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I just love how relaxing it is! love having a summer tipple with lots of friends and a BBQ! 🙂
Looks awesome
It is just so refreshing to enjoy a long cool drink with friends whilst eating alfresco
I love a nice cold glass of wine in the summer, perfect way to relax
There’s nothing as summery as drinks with family & friends at a BBQ. I would especially love to try the candy floss idea ?
It’s so much more fun drinking in the sunshine with friends, the weather makes everybody enjoy it more and get a bit of sun at the same time.
I love a summer tipple in the garden with the sunshine beating down and everything relaxed. Good friends and conversation with a nice drink make a good day
I love the atmosphere of drinks in the sun – everyone’s always happy! 🙂
There is nothing nicer than an ice cold drink with friends and family in the garden when the sun is shining!
Nothing better than relaxing in the garden with you favourite tipple
For me it signifies the weekend! As we like to do it (crikey!) on a Friday evening, that summer breeze, the ducky night, the radio softly playing, feet up, nicely tired and Monday worlds away! Cheers! xx
That is an unusual bottle shape, but I’d really love to have it, ……unopened that is ?
I love how refreshing a tipple can be in the sunshine! nothing better than relaxing with a lovely cool refreshing glass of something delicious!
When you have a tipple in the sunshine, it makes you feel content.
It so refreshing to have a drink sat in the garden after work
Relaxing
its chillin
It’s relaxing and a you can also enjoy the fresh air. 🙂
Relaxing in the sun sharing a tipple or 2 with friends is just the best
A tipple in the sunshine makes me feel refreshed and relaxed
Love the sheer indulgence of it. Nothing beats it in the summertime.
I think a Summer tipple in the garden is relaxing and refreshing…it means you can enjoy some precious time to yourself and forget about the world for a little while.
There is nothing more relaxing that lying on a lounger in the garden on a sunny day, with your favourite tipple by your side.
Not going to lie, I’ll have a tipple whether it’s sunshine or hail, but there is something about sitting in a pub garden (or any garden) on a warm day with a cold drink, it’s like a feel good factor! Loving that bottle!
It makes those summer sunshine evenings that little bit more special
love just relaxing with my feet up in the sun x
Its a chance to relax and soak up the vitamin D
Its the general feeling of content, when the sun is shining and youre relaxing with a lovely drink x roll on summer!
we often enjoy a summer tipple in the sunshine, we find it very relaxing 🙂
Catching a few rays and letting my hair down makes having that tipple seem even nicer
It’s refreshing and relaxing. Really puts you in a good mood.
I love how happy it makes me feel when I am drinking it in the sun!
Its relaxing especially shared with friends
It’s relaxing, sitting in the sun, with a drink and friends! x
We love sitting out on our balcony with a drink and watching the sunset 🙂
Relaxing and chilling with friends and family
It’s so relaxing to sit in the sunshine enjoying a drink, it can amost feel like being on holidays for a bit
Usually you’re having a tipple with good friends & good food & you can’t beat that.
Nothing beats having a drink outside in the sunshine. I find it so relaxing.
Relaxing and chilling of course!!
The feeling of freedom
The feeling of freedom and relaxation it affords me
I dont have a summer tiple but after seeing your recipie for the rhubarb and cherry done in the nutribullet, it looks so refreshing.x loving your blog.x great ideas.x
Nothing nicer than sitting outdoors with the sun on your face 🙂
Being able to totally relax and enjoy the outdoors x
I like a nice chilled cocktail in the sun
I love sitting on the patio watching the kids whilst having a nice refreshing drink! Preferably a barbecue too with family and friends 🙂
I love it when i’m with my friends having fun playing outdoor games in the sunshine
Always nice to chill with friends
I love the slow pace, enjoying some rays with a nice gin xx
Love a summer pimms
It’s very relaxing 🙂
I enjoy spending time with friends and family having bbqs xxx
During rare summer evenings, it feels like being on holiday when you can have a tipple in the evening in your own garden
I love how happy it makes me feel, a bit of sun does wonders!
It’s relaxing & reminds me of the good old days!
Ice cold cider, watching the kids play in the garden. What summer was made for.
I love a tipple in the sunshine!
I love BBQs in the garden with my family
Nothing beats sitting in the sunshine feeling the warmth on your skin sipping a lush cold cocktail.
Getting the family together for a BBQ and cocktails in the sun.
to just sit and do nothing, except have a nice quite drink in the late evening sun
I love sitting in the sunshine with a good book and a tipple!
having the sun shine down on you will a chilled cool drink in hand is bliss
I’m tempted to say just the sunshine for a change , but I think its the move to lighter refreshing drinks rather than comforting warming ones . Sitting outside with a good drink and a book removes you from all of the practicalities of life that lie back indoors .
Love something nice and cooling 🙂
I love the sun shining down when you are sitting in the garden enjoying a tipple
For me it’s the escape factor – leaving the house and all it’s mess and clutter from my 11 month old to sitting sipping a cool drink outside in the garden whilst she plays in her ball pool or just on a rug on the grass. Heaven ?
I would love to try this, I normally drink vodka it is really nice, and always up for trying different types as they are alldifferent and there are some amaing ones out there now
I love the sunshine being with friends, relaxing and chatting
I love a Gin and tonic in the lovely sunshine
over the moon if i win this
I all the time emailed this blog post page to all my contacts, as if like to read it after that my contacts will too.
Gives you a reason to relax, do nothing but enjoy sitting out in the garden
i love spending the summer evening with family and a good chat and tipple. Lovely memories to be made, thats if i don’t over do the tipple x
After a hard week at work, it feels rewarding for me!
It is nice and refreshing and reminds you of holiday
its the ultimate relaxation especially on a hot summers day
It’s the ultimate thing I can do to relax and the sun makes me feel good and so does the vodka lol
The sun on your face and watching the world go by
It makes you feel relaxed and happy
Such cool looking drinks, I’ll have to visit soon so you can make me one! xx
I think it’s the relaxation with friends and family that makes a summer tippe in the garden so special.
I love the get together with friends in a beer garden with the sun on my back ?
It just makes you feel good! Can’t wait for the summer, I’m so ready for drinks and BBQ’s in the sunshine.
I just love being able to chill and relax with a nice drink with good friends. One of my most favourite things to do x
I love a lovely strawberry daiquiri in the sunshine with my friends even better on holiday xx
It would have to be the ‘feels’ the summer vibes and atmosphere and you can’t beat a pub garden!