It’s one of the best things to do in summer: chop up ripe strawberries, cucumber and oranges and add the fruit to a jug of Pimm’s and lemonade, along with a handful of mint and plenty of ice cubes. Refreshing, tasty, and a damn sight cheaper than sipping them in a bar, homemade cocktails are our top summer trend. (Not least because you don’t need to drive home afterwards!)

From the classics like margaritas and martinis to cocktails containing everything from pomegranates to candy floss, we’ve put together a list of 30 great cocktail recipes for you to make at home. All you need now is a box of mini umbrellas!

Brandy
Berry Blitz
Black Gold
Bronzed on the Beach
Iced Coffee Branita
Karoo Cooler

Gin
Marmalade Martini
Ruby Grapefruit
The Ultimate Martini

Liqueur
Amarula Sunset Peak
The Cointreau-politan
Dark Roast Amarula
Elephant’s Reverie
Lover’s Revenge
Nirvana by Chocolate

Tequila
The Classic Margarita
Tequila and Orange
Pomegranite Margarita

Vodka
Apples and Pearls
Basilicious
Candyfloss Dream
Coucher De Soleil (Clifton Sunset)
CSI
The Event
Mango and Chilli Mule
Pretty in Pink
SA Idol
Social Status

Whisky
The Orangie
Signet Padovani

Wine
Muscadel Sangria