We are in a new season, and with it different drinks are beginning to appear. In this post, we’re going to talk about some spring drinks that you can prepare to brighten your day.
Unlike winter, now the weather is starting to warm up. We no longer need drinks to warm us up. Soon, the heat will dominate the atmosphere and cold drinks will take over the bars.
Spring is also known as the season of flowers. Soon, spring drinks will be sweeter drinks, with the presence of fruits and beautiful colors. Floral touches are also present.
But we’ve already said too much here. How about we go straight to the recipes?
Spring drink recipes
CLASSIC GIN TONIC
This drink is perfect for this time of year, as it is light and low in calories. You can do it without fear, you won’t regret it.
Ingredients:
- 50 ml of Kalvelage London Dry Gin
- 120 ml of tonic water
- 15 ml of lemon juice
- Ice
- Garnish: choose between lemon and orange slice or grapefruit with rosemary
Method of preparation:
In a low glass, place the gin, lemon and orange slice (or grapefruit with rosemary) and top up with ice. Add the tonic and serve immediately.
Vodka Caipiroska with Pepper and Mango (for the daring)
Ingredients:
- 2 shots of Kalvelage Vibe Vodka
- 50g mango
- 1 tablespoon of sugar (or two, if you prefer it sweeter)
- ½ unit of diced finger-de-moça pepper
Method of preparation:
Mix the pepper, mango and sugar in the shaker, then add the Vodka. It’s not necessary to beat too much. Then, just add the ice.
Bee’s Knees (for the traditional)
Ingredients:
- 60 ml of Kalvelage London Dry Gin
- 25 ml honey syrup
- 15 ml lemon juice
Method of preparation:
Shake gin, syrup and lemon juice with ice. Serve in a doubleoldfashion glass with ice and a slice of lemon. Tip: to make honey syrup, mix equal parts honey and water and stir until you have a homogeneous mixture. If you can, use very large or round ice, they take longer to melt and give a cool look. What to combine with: because it’s the best time for honey (spring has more pollen, so honey has more different “flowers” in it), it goes well with desserts with honey or fruit salads.
Nitecap
The drink is made with vodka infused with hibiscus flowers. For those who like a more fruity, tropical and intense drink.
Ingredients:
- 50 ml Vodka infused with hibiscus flower
- 20 ml sour strawberry reduction
- 10 ml tangerine oil
- 20 ml lemon
Method of preparation:
Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a tall glass and decorate with a flower.
Classic Caipiroska
Ingredients:
- 60ml of Vodka Kalvelage Vibe
- 1 Tahiti lemon with peel (optional: without peel)
- 2 tablespoons of crystal sugar (or demerara) or 15 ml of sugar syrup
Method of preparation:
In a glass, add the sugar, vodka and lemon and gently macerate. Add ice and stir well. Now just enjoy!
Moscow Mule
Ingredients:
- 30 ml of Tahiti lemon juice;
- 60 ml of Kalvelage Vibe Vodka;
- 30 ml of ginger syrup;
- 5 ice cubes;
- Club Soda to top it off.
Method of preparation:
In a cocktail shaker, add all ingredients except Club Soda. Lightly beat the mixture and pour it into a mug. Finally, top off the drink with Club Soda, stir with a spoon and garnish with a slice or peel of Tahiti lime.
If you want the drink with foam, we recommend using a siphon. Just add all the ingredients to the siphon, close and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. Before serving, charge the siphon with a gas capsule. Shake well and let it rest for half an hour. Use the foam to finish the drink. This recipe makes enough foam for many glasses, so prepare it to share with family and friends!
