Our expert summer drinks guide for 2024 Sommelier SAMANTHA PAYNE presents her expert guide to cool, thirst-quenching tipples for a long, hot Australian summer.
Happy Hour: Rooibos Americano Perfecto Each month, we explore the origins of some of Australia's signature drinks and learn how to recreate them at home. Next stop, Brisbane.
Plum and thyme prosecco Spritz This sophisticated springtime spritz is made by the batch. Leave the pitcher on the table for breezy top-ups.
Cocktail hour: La 75 We explore the origins of some of the country's best drinks and learn how to recreate them at home. For August, it's La 75.
Happy hour: George’s Reviver No. 2 Each month, we explore the origins behind some of the world's signature drinks and learn how to recreate them. Next stop, Greece.
Happy Hour: The Smoking Camel Each month we explore the origins behind some of Australia’s signature drinks and learn how to recreate them. June's spicy offering is The Smoking Camel.
Happy Hour: Bee’s Knees cocktail recipe Each month, we explore the origins behind some of the world’s signature drinks and learn how to recreate them. Meet: The Bee's Knees.
Happy hour: Irish Coffee cocktail Each month, we explore the origins behind some of Australia’s signature drinks and learn how to recreate them at home.
Cocktail hour: Ante’s House Whisky Highball cocktail Mirin gives an interesting depth of flavour to the classic whisky Highball cocktail