Sunshine In A Glass: Summer-Inspired Cocktail Recipes For Mother’s Day

Last Updated:May 10, 2025, 13:22 IST

Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with these summer-perfect cocktail recipes. These cocktails are not just pretty but also sip-worthy.

This Mother’s Day, toast to the incredible women in your life with something more memorable than flowers or cake – a round of elegant, refreshing gin cocktails. Whether you’re hosting a breezy garden brunch or enjoying a quiet moment together at home, these vibrant sips are the perfect way to add a touch of sparkle to the celebration. Easy to mix and effortlessly chic, each recipe captures the spirit of summer and the grace of motherhood.

Vanilla Gintini

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Vanilla Pod
• 60 ml Zoya Gin
• 10 ml cranberry juice
• Ice cubes
• Garnish – 1 vanilla pod for garnish
• Garnish – 1 edible flower
• Martini glass

METHOD:

• Begin by adding a vanilla pod to a tumbler, then pour in the cranberry juice, followed by Zoya Gin.
• Muddle the mix gently to release its delicate flavours, then add four ice cubes to chill it.
• Stir a few times to blend the ingredients, dip and taste to ensure the balance is just right.
• Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a vanilla pod and an edible flower for an elegant finish.

Crown Gin Highball

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 large ice cube
• 60 ml Zoya gin
• 10 ml sugar syrup
• 20 ml grapefruit juice
• 10 ml lime juice
• 120 ml tonic water
• Garnish with blueberry & grapefruit

METHOD:

• Begin by selecting a tall glass and drop in a large cube of ice to keep the drink refreshingly chilled.
• Pour in a measured 60 ml of Zoya Gin, followed by sugar syrup for a touch of sweetness.
• Add grapefruit juice and a splash of lime juice to introduce fresh citrus notes and brighten the mix.
• Top with tonic water, stir gently, and garnish with blueberries and a slice of grapefruit for a vibrant, polished finish.

Coffee Martini

INGREDIENTS:

• Glass – Cope or Martini
• Ice
• 60 ml Zoya Gin
• 20 ml cardamom syrup
• 30 ml espresso
• Coffee beans for garnish

METHOD:

• Begin by chilling a martini glass with ice to prepare your serve.
• In a shaker, add a shot of espresso, cardamom syrup, and Zoya Gin for a bold and aromatic blend.
• Fill the shaker with ice, then double shake for a smooth, well-balanced mix.
• Dip and taste, strain into the chilled glass, and give it a gentle stir to bring everything together. Strain and garnish with coffee beans.

Negroni

INGREDIENTS:

• 45 ml Pumori Gin
• 30 ml sweet vermouth
• 30 ml Campari
• Garnish: Orange peel – garnish

METHOD:

• Chill the mixing glass: Fill a mixing glass with ice to keep the cocktail well-balanced.
• Combine the ingredients: Add the gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari.
• Stir until chilled: Stir for about 30 seconds to properly mix and chill the drink.
• Strain over ice: Pour into an old-fashioned glass with a large ice cube.
• Garnish & serve: Express an orange peel over the drink, drop it in, and enjoy.

Tom Collins

INGREDIENTS:

• 60 ml Pumori Gin
• 15 ml lime juice
• 10 ml simple syrup
• 120 ml Soda water – 120ml

METHOD:

• Shake the base ingredients: Shake the gin, lime juice, and simple syrup with ice.
• Strain over ice: Strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
• Top up and serve: Top up with soda water and enjoy.

Gin Basil Smash

INGREDIENTS:

• 60 ml Pumori Gin
• 5-6 basil leaves
• 2 Kaffir Lime leaves
• 10 ml simple syrup
• 7.5 ml Lime juice

METHOD:

• Muddle the herbs: Muddle the basil and kaffir lime leaves in a shaker.
• Add the ingredients: Add ice along with the gin, honey simple syrup, and lime juice.
• Shake until chilled: Shake well to combine and chill the mixture.
• Strain over ice: Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice.
• Garnish & serve: Garnish with a basil leaf and enjoy.

Location :

Delhi, India, India

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