With the coronation of King Charles III just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start planning your celebrations. And what’s a party without some coronation cocktails and delicious drinks?
Whether you’re a fan of whisky, gin or something a little sweeter, we’ve got you covered with our selection of coronation-inspired cocktails. We also have some fun mocktails for those who want to keep a clear head for the celebrations and kids.
Royal Whisky Sour Cocktail
First up, let’s raise a glass to the new King with the Royal Whisky Sour. This classic cocktail is given a royal twist with a splash of Drambuie, a Scottish whisky liqueur, making it the perfect drink to toast King Charles III.
Ingredients:
- 60ml (2 fl oz) of Scotch whisky
- 30ml (1 fl oz) of Drambuie
- 30ml (1 fl oz) of lemon juice
- 15ml (0.5 fl oz) of sugar syrup
- A dash of Angostura bitters
- A lemon slice, for garnish
How to mix the Royal Whisky Sour:
- Combine the whisky, Drambuie, lemon juice, sugar syrup and bitters in a shaker.
- Shake well with ice.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel.
Gin Garden Party Cocktail
Next up, let’s raise a glass to the Queen Consort, Camilla, with the Gin Garden Party. This refreshing cocktail is made with gin, elderflower liqueur, and lemon juice and topped with sparkling wine, perfect for sipping on a warm spring day at your Garden Party.
Ingredients:
- 50ml (1.7 floz) of gin
- 15ml (0.5 fl oz) of elderflower liqueur
- 15ml (0.5 fl oz) of lemon juice
- Sparkling wine to top up
- A sprig of mint for garnish
How to mix the Gin Garden Party:
- In a shaker, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur and lemon juice.
- Shake well with ice.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top up with sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint.
The Crown Jewel Cocktail
The Crown Jewel is perfect for those who prefer something a little sweeter. This cocktail is made with gin, apricot brandy, and lemon juice and topped with ginger beer, making it the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.
Ingredients:
- 50ml (1.7 fl oz) of gin
- 15ml (0.5 fl oz) of apricot brandy
- 15ml (0.5 fl oz) of lemon juice
- Ginger beer to top up
- A slice of fresh ginger for garnish
How to mix the Crown Jewel:
- In a shaker, combine the gin, apricot brandy and lemon juice.
- Shake well with ice.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top up with ginger beer.
- Garnish with a slice of fresh ginger.
Regal Old Fashioned Cocktail
The Regal Old Fashioned is a must-try for those who love a classic cocktail. This cocktail is made with bourbon, sugar, bitters and a splash of orange liqueur, making it a perfect drink for the coronation.
Ingredients:
- 60ml (2 fl oz) of bourbon
- 15ml (0.5 fl oz) of orange liqueur
- 1 tsp of sugar
- Two dashes of Angostura bitters
- An orange peel, for garnish
How to mix the Regal Old Fashioned:
- In a glass, muddle the sugar and bitters.
- Add ice, orange liqueur, and bourbon.
- Stir well.
- Garnish with an orange peel.
The Royal Tiki Cocktail
Finally, the Royal Tiki is a must-try for those who prefer something exotic. This cocktail is made with dark rum, pineapple and lime juice and topped with grenadine, making it a perfect tropical drink for the coronation.
Ingredients:
- 60ml (2 fl oz) of dark rum
- 30ml (1 fl oz) of pineapple juice
- 15ml (0.5 fl oz) of lime juice
- 1 tsp of grenadine
- A cherry and a pineapple wedge for garnish
How to mix the Royal Tiki:
- In a shaker, combine the rum, pineapple juice and lime juice.
- Shake well with ice.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Slowly pour grenadine over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
- Garnish with a cherry and a pineapple wedge.
Coronation Mocktails for Kids, Drivers & None Drinkers
For none drinkers or kids, you can try these 3 Mocktails as part of our amazing coronation cocktails and delicious drinks :
The Royal Fizz Mocktail
A delicious mocktail made with cranberry juice, ginger ale and a splash of grenadine.
Ingredients:
- 150ml (5 fl oz) of cranberry juice
- 150ml (5 fl oz) of ginger ale
- 1 tsp of grenadine
- A cherry and a lime slice for garnish
How to mix the Royal Fizz:
- Combine the cranberry juice and ginger ale in a glass filled with ice.
- Slowly pour grenadine over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
- Garnish with a cherry and a lime wheel.
The Prince of Punch Mocktail
A fruity mocktail made with orange, pineapple, and grenadine and topped with ginger ale.
Ingredients:
- 150ml (5 fl oz) of orange juice
- 150ml (5 fl oz) of pineapple juice
- 1 tsp of grenadine
- Ginger ale to top up
- An orange wheel and a cherry for garnish
How to mix the Prince of Punch:
- Combine the orange and pineapple juice and grenadine in a glass of ice. 2. Top up with ginger ale.
- Garnish with an orange wheel and a cherry.
The Princess of Pops Mocktail
For our final coronation cocktails and delicious drinks, let’s serve a sweet mocktail with cranberry juice and lime soda topped with a scoop of raspberry sorbet.
Ingredients:
- 150ml (5 fl oz) of cranberry juice
- 150ml (5 fl oz) of lime soda
- One scoop of raspberry sorbet
- A raspberry and a lime slice for garnish
How to mix the Princess of Pops:
- Combine the cranberry juice and lime soda in a glass filled with ice.
- Add a scoop of raspberry sorbet.
- Garnish with a raspberry and a lime wheel.
These coronation cocktails and mocktails will add a royal touch to your coronation celebrations. Whether you’re a fan of whisky, gin, or something a little sweeter, these delicious drinks will surely please everyone at your party. So raise a glass and toast to the new King Charles III, and here’s to a very MERRY coronation day!
It’s important to note that these are just a few ideas for coronation-inspired cocktails and mocktails. Feel free to get creative and experiment with different ingredients and flavours to create your unique drinks. And if you have a suggestion for your own Coronation cocktails and delicious drinks, please share it in the comments box below.
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