This elderflower cocktail is a fantastic, refreshing cocktail that will make a delightful addition to any garden party. It is both floral and sparkling, the perfect drink to enjoy on a summer day.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces elderflower liqueur
• 3 ounces Champagne, or dry white wine
• 1 ounce club soda, or soda water
• Lemon twist, for garnish

Method

• Gather the ingredients
• Pour the liqueur and Champagne over ice in a chilled glass
• Top with club soda.
• Stir well
• Garnish with a lemon twist. Serve and enjoy.

Recipe courtesy of BBC Good Food

With May around the corner, what better way to celebrate summer than with a classic Mojito!

Ingredients:

• 10 fresh mint leaves
• ½ medium lime, cut into 3 wedges, divided
• 2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste
• 1 cup ice cubes, or as needed
• 1 ½ fluid ounces white rum
• ½ cup club soda, or as needed

Method

• Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass. Use a muddler and crush to release mint oils and lime juice.

• Add remaining lime wedges and 2 tablespoons sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice. Do not strain the mixture

• Fill the glass almost to the top with ice. Pour in rum and fill the glass with club soda.

• Stir, taste, and add more sugar if desired.