Around The World In 6 Delightful Lemonade Cocktails

LEMONS are very vibrant and refreshing fruits that have been incorporated in several classic and popular cocktails across the world for their zesty and acidic qualities. Freshly squeezed lime juice brings a cocktail together in a delightfully balanced blend, making lemons an integral part of mixology craft. In fact, a slice of lemon added to a simple gin and tonic or a classic Moscow mule elevates the zinginess of these cocktails, adding to them a slightly tangier and refreshing layer.

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Inevitably, lemons have been a part of cocktail craft across the globe where different types of spirits have been brought together with this fruit to create punches, spritzes and mojitos that are utter lip smacking delights. These drinks can often be prepared in large quantities and are perfect cocktail additions to any summer party you host. 

Lemons are often paired with different herbs like basil or mint and other acidic fruits like berries and pineapple in these concoctions to enhance the layers of flavour in any cocktail recipe. Read on below to know more about some of the lemonade cocktails that are prepared classically around the world:

Pimm’s Cup

With a history that can be traced back well into the 19th century, this cocktail with origins in the United Kingdom traditionally brings together gin with lots of different botanicals to serve as a post dinner digestive. Over time, several variations of this cocktail have come up, the most popular being Pimm’s No. 1 which can be made using lots of lemonade and several garnishes like cucumber, strawberry and orange slices. Use a quality Tanqueray No. Ten Gin to prepare this classic drink, served in a highball glass.

Limoncello Spritz

From a vibrant Italian food and drink scene emerges this simple yet energising boozy concoction made from lemonade and a sparkling wine like prosecco. Sometimes, limoncello liqueur is also used to prepare this cocktail to enjoy its slightly zingy and tart notes. The generous proportions of lemonade paired with prosecco give the drink a very bright flavour that is elevated with a lemon twist garnish.

Caipiroska

Similar to a mojito, this Brazilian delight brings together flavours of lemon and mint with booze to prepare a thoroughly inviting and refreshing cooler, perfect for summer weather in the tropics. Use premium Smirnoff Triple Distilled Vodka blended with lots of lemonade and muddled lime wedges to make this drink. You can prepare a fizzier version by incorporating lemon-lime soda for added texture. This cocktail can be prepared and served in large batches making it the perfect addition to your summer pool party.

Lemon Shochu Highball

In Japan, the tradition of drinking alcohol is rooted in cultural practices that date back generations. Such is the case with a simple lemon shochu highball too, which can be easily prepared using the distilled spirit and some lemonade. The traditional Japanese spirit carrying a slightly sweet and fruity taste is blended with soda water and lemonade and served chilled in a highball glass as a delicious fizzy drink.

Gin Fizz

Cocktail craft and its popularisation can be traced back to America where mixology cultures first took shape as an aesthetic way to approach spirits. Gin fizz made from quality Tanqueray No. Ten mixed with lemonade is one such American take on blending spirits with mixers to create refined drinks. You can add some simple syrup to this cocktail to enhance its sweet notes and top it with some soda water for an added fizz.

Calamansi Lemonade And Vodka

In the Philippines, the citrus fruit calamansi is used widely to prepare a refreshing lemonade full of a tart and sour taste. Make this drink a tad dirtier by pouring in a helping of 30 ml Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka. Garnish the cocktail with a lemon wedge so the tart and acidic taste of the lemon provides a quality finish to this bitter, sweet and citrusy concoction.