News flash: cocktail kits delivered to your door are a thing – if that isn’t the news everyone needed, we don’t know what is. With many restrictions on drinking in parks lifted, this trend is also the perfect accompaniment to a post-lockdown picnic session. From kits with all the bits and bobs to totally pre-made mixes, there’s something for every taste and every weekend craving.
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The 5 best cocktail kits
Ready to get your amateur mixologist on? Including mini single, double or full serve bottles, recipes, garnishes and sometimes even glassware, a cocktail kit will have you living your dreams. The best part? You’ll become pro at making them and get to keep the recipe for next time!
We’ve rounded up five of the best for you to try your hand at.
1. Virtual cocktail masterclass, $66, Cocktail Porter
This experience really is top tier; not only do you receive a generous cocktail kit for either Gin Spritz & Sour or Whisky Highball & Sour, but you can also partake with 6 mates via Zoom (or in person post-October 11th!) as an expert mixologist takes you through the recipe. Each kit makes 6 drinks and costs $66, with a minimum of 6 participants (and kits) to participate. So gather your besties and get shakin’!
P.S. if gin and whisky aren’t for you, Cocktail Porter has tonnes of other kits to try, including a Tommy’s Margarita Wizz Fizz kit – talk about nostalgia!
2. Paloma kit, $89.95, Tequila Tromba
Often overshadowed by the margarita, the Paloma is Mexico’s unsung cocktail hero. Consisting of tequila, grapefruit and lime, the Palomas is set to become a new classic. The kit features everything you need to make this delicious concoction; a bottle of Tequila Tromba Blanco, Strangelove Salted White Grapefruit soda (yum!), and dehydrated lime and chilli salt for garnishing.
3. Martini kit, $74.99, The Cocktail Shop
Possibly the most famous cocktail of all time, the martini is a stirred cocktail made with gin and dry vermouth. Sophisticated and understated, this simple but classic drink is definitely one to turn to when you get a cocktail craving.
4. Gintastic tasting set, $99, LVLY
Perfect for those who prefer a bit of experimentation over rigid recipes; this is the ultimate tasting kit for gin lovers. Try your hand at some new creations using these four Australian-made craft gins or choose to mix them up with the included DeBortoli Prosecco.
5. Aperol Spritz kit, $36.95, Aperol
Who doesn’t love sipping on the bitter tang of an Aperol Spritz on a hot day? This super easy kit is a two-in-one, providing you with everything you need to create this classic signature drink.
The 6 best pre-mixed cocktails
Don’t have the time or energy to spend with a cocktail shaker? No problem. Pre-made and canned cocktails are the latest trend of 2021, and with these five top picks, we’re inviting you to jump on board.
1. Cocktail-inspired hard seltzer, $54.99 (for 12), SAINTLY
While pre-mixed cocktails might be the hottest trend of 2021 summer, last year we saw hard seltzer sweep the alcohol scene. SAINTLY are here with the ultimate mash-up for our spring and summer sessions: cocktail-inspired hard seltzer. With only 76 calories per serve, the new range is available in four flavours – The Faithful Ginger Mule, Glory Be Grapefruit Margarita, Almighty Mojito, and Paradise Passionfruit Martini.
2. Sparkling margarita, $25 (for four), Jose Cuervo
Pair this one with a warm evening, some good friends and a Mexican feast. Zesty lime and triple sec come together in this Australian-made, sparkling twist on a classic cocktail mix. Enjoy straight from the can, or pour over ice for extra refreshment.
3. Espresso Martini Can, $35, Mr Black
Crafted by expert roasters and distillers on our very own Central Coast in NSW, this smooth, foamy blend is exactly what the doctor ordered. The specialty-grade coffee is sourced from Colombia and Ethiopia and the can is charged with nitrogen, meaning with a good shake the can will pour exactly as an Espresso Martini should!
4. Rosella Sour, $79, Archie Rose
One in a series of Australian-inspired cocktails, the limited edition Rosella Sour has returned for 2021 due to popular demand. This ready-to-pour cocktail contains Archie Rose Signature Dry Gin blended with hibiscus, strawberry, coconut cream and a hint of pineapple. The bottle, featuring original artwork by Melanie Vugich, is equally as beautiful as the taste.
5. Boxtails, $30, Basic Babe
Cask alcohol has had a huge upgrade, and it comes in the form of Basic Babe’s Boxtails. Forget boring boxed wine, these delicious mixes are the new on-the-go option for easy summer drinks. Available in three flavours – Pink Gin Daquiri, Passionfruit Martini and Raspberry Lime Margarita – there’s a cocktail for every occasion!
6. Sours, $59.99 (for two), Mr. Consistent
Hitting the scenes last year, Mr. Consistent has really paved the way for pre-made cocktail mixes. This sours mix is perfectly balanced, full of flavour and vegan – just add whisky, gin, spiced rum or Amaretto (or keep it alcohol-free!) for the perfect summer cocktail. Make sure you check out the full range, too!
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