Spring Cocktail Recipes for the Warm Weather

Spring is almost here—which also means that patio season is near. Here are two cocktail recipes to enjoy at home, or in the backyard to welcome the warmer weather.

1. Estate Daiquiri

• 1.5 oz of Appleton Estate 8 YO Reserve
• 1 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Lime peel, for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
2. Shake and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
3. Garnish with orange peel.

2. Forty & Ginger

• 1 1/2 oz of Forty Creek Barrel Select Whisky​​
• Ginger ale​​
• Lime wedge,​​ for garnish
• Walnut bitters​​, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill a rocks glass with ice.
2. Add all ingredients and stir.
3. Garnish with lime wedge.​

This story was originally published in April 2022 and has since been updated.