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Smirnoff Summer of Flavour
As the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to think about refreshing drinks to enjoy during the summer months.
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SMIRNOFF SUMMER OF FLAVOUR
As the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to think about refreshing drinks to enjoy during the summer months. It’s a very short jump therefore to start to look at delicious cocktails made with Smirnoff No.21. Known for its crisp and clean profile, Smirnoff No.21 is perfect for summer cocktails due to its versatility and compatibility with a variety of flavours.
This allows bar professionals and cocktail enthusiasts to get creative and experiment with a huge range of flavours more diverse than any spirit category. Smirnoff encourages people to be unapologetically authentic and there’s no better time to celebrate our uniqueness and diversity or express oneself than through incredible summer cocktails.
The cocktails in this article range from fresh and herbal, to dry and crisp all the way to sweet and fruity. Showcased below is a tiny glimpse of the endless ways you can use Smirnoff No.21 to celebrate any occasion, in any setting, and truly make it a Summer of Smirnoff.
SUMMER FRESH
To start with, we have the Smirnoff Summer Fresh, no better way to start off a hot summer’s occasion, be it a BBQ or a bottomless brunch! We dare you to find a more refreshing combination whilst you top up your tan in the sun…
PINK SODA SPRITZ
The Pink Soda Spritz is in a completely different avenue to the Smirnoff Summer Fresh. The combination of the subtle fruits in the Dry Rosé, alongside the zesty citrus of the pink soda, creates a gorgeous long mixed drink for those who prefer their drinks on the dry side, without the same bitterness as a classic Italian style aperitif spritz.
STRAWBERRY DREAM
You can’t have a British summer without the mention of fresh vibrant strawberries. The Strawberry Dream creates a summer cocktail truly worthy of a celebration. Sweet, fresh, fruity with a knock-out colour that looks simply irresistible.
Key Takeaways
- Smirnoff No.21 is perfect for summer cocktails due to its versatility and compatibility with a variety of flavours.
- Use Smirnoff No. 21 to craft fresh, herbal cocktails, or dry and crisp serves, all the way to sweet and fruity summer creations.
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