Alcoholic

Perfect for the changing seasons, this fizzy cocktail partners crisp pear cider with the gentle warmth of ginger. Refreshing enough for a warm end-of-summer evening, yet equally suited to the first days of autumn

Get a head start on plum season with this summery twist on a Scottish classic. Early-season plums bring a unique sweet-tart flavour that pairs wonderfully with warming ginger, while whisky liqueur adds extra oomph. Layered with yogurt-lightened cream and caramelised oats, it’s perfect for summer celebrations

If you have a summer birthday to celebrate, try this frozen summer-fruit take on a classic charlotte. It uses shop-bought ice cream and lemon curd for ease. You can skip a freezing step and serve the raspberry coulis as a vibrant pouring sauce

If you’re partial to an espresso martini, you’ll love this slushy version on a balmy evening. For a stronger flavour, freeze the coffee in ice cube trays and add directly to the blender to avoid dilution

A vibrant twist on the classic margarita, using hibiscus tea. Chilling the glasses before serving helps to avoid separation

Boozy rum and raisin ice cream is retro comfort at its best. We’ve folded through crushed, currant-studded garibaldi biscuits for an extra hit of nostalgia. The no-churn method makes it effortlessly easy to whip up

This beer-based twist on a classic margarita makes a refreshing crowd-pleaser for a sunny day

This bold sip adds ginger beer to the classic grapefruit cocktail for a fiery, fizzy kick

Lisa Goodwin-Allen of Rosi at The Beaumont hotel in Mayfair, London loves melon and ham. It can be really nice and refreshing – and here is finished off with a zing from the gin and mint