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Wimbledon drinks and cocktails – what’s not to love?
The world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament, Wimbledon is synonymous with British summer – crisp whites, refreshing beverages and, very likely, unexpected rainstorms.
But nothing will dampen your Wimbledon party when you’ve got a delicious serving of cocktails and canapés.
While tennis champions like Emma Raducanu and Novak Djokovic demonstrate their finest serves on the courts, you can showcase your best serves when it comes to Wimbledon drinks and snacks for the perfect home viewing experience. We’ve got you covered to make sure it’s a grand slam.
Pimm’s – the classic Wimbledon cocktail
It goes without saying that Pimm’s is the signature Wimbledon drink. It’s summery, it’s full of tradition and it’s oh-so British.
Pimm’s Cup
The Pimm’s Cup is the embodiment of British summer in a glass. Dating back to 1840’s London, this drink is incredibly simple to make.
YOU'LL NEED
- 50ml Pimm's No.1
- 150ml Lemonade
- 2 Sliced Strawberries (Garnish)
- 2 Orange Wheels (Garnish)
- 2 Slices of Cucumber (Garnish)
- 1 Sprig of Mint (Garnish).
TO MAKE
- Drop the fruit into a highball (or wine glass)
- Add Pimm’s, top with cubed ice
- Churn with a bar spoon before topping with lemonade
- Stir gently, garnish with a mint sprig.
Wimbledon drinks that aren’t Pimm’s
You love Pimm’s. We love Pimm’s. Everyone loves Pimm’s. But it’s okay to try something a little different (seriously, we checked with the umpire, he said the ball is in our court).
The Vodka Martini
A pairing smoother than the lawn on Centre Court! The Vodka Martini embodies the timeless elegance and refinement that resonates with the prestigious atmosphere of Wimbledon. Cîroc adds a touch of luxury to your Wimbledon gathering while paying homage to the refined traditions associated with the tournament.
YOU'LL NEED
- 50ml Cîroc
- 10ml Dry Vermouth.
TO MAKE
- Add Cîroc and vermouth to an ice filled shaker and shake.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass
- Express a lemon zest and discard, garnish with 3 frozen green grapes on a cocktail pick.
Top tip: for a ‘match’ made in heaven (yes, that’s a tennis pun), the citrusy notes of this signature cocktail will go perfectly with other sophisticated flavours including smoked salmon and fluffy blinis.
Paloma
Sure, Wimbledon might feel very British but you might be championing the likes of Carlos Alcaraz. For flavours with a bit more kick, try a classic Paloma. It’s the right blend between tart and a treat.
YOU'LL NEED
- 50ml blanco tequila (try Casamigos for a superb serving)
- 20ml pink grapefruit juice
- 10ml lime juice
- 10ml agave syrup
- Grapefruit soda
- Wedge of grapefruit.
TO MAKE
- Fill a highball glass with ice
- Pour in your tequila, followed by lime juice and agave syrup
- Next, add in your grapefruit juice
- Top with grapefruit soda and garnish with a wedge of grapefruit.
Bramble
Blackberries grow wild across Britain in the summer, and for many, the sweet fruit is evocative of lazy, hazy summer days – be it eaten from the branch or made into a jam.
The Bramble cocktail is never better, therefore, than in the height of summer – just in time for Wimbledon. A well-balanced mix of gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and blackberry liqueur, as a great tip, this is a perfect afternoon cocktail to serve alongside scones and pastries.
YOU'LL NEED
- 45ml Tanqueray London Dry
- 30ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 12.5ml sugar syrup
- 12.5ml Crème de Mûre (blackberry liqueur)
- Crushed ice
- Fresh blackberry and lemon slice for garnish.
TO MAKE
- Add Tanqueray, lemon and sugar syrup to a cocktail shaker
- Fill with cubed ice and shake well
- Strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice, pour Crème de Mure over the top
- Garnish with lemon slice and a fresh blackberry.
Wimbledon snacks
All those crisp, summer cocktails go perfectly with dishes primed for the sunshine and a lazy afternoon watching people work up a sweat.
Strawberries and Cream
No need to overcomplicate it, it’s a Wimbledon staple for a reason! Serve plump strawberries with whipped cream or a dollop of clotted cream.
Afternoon tea inspired snacks
Perfect for something like Wimbledon, stick with the British theme with some dainty snacks. Light, moreish, and easy to whip up. Stick with some of the refined classics, including cucumber sandwiches, smoked fish, quiches, sausage rolls, cheese platters and scones for a perfect picky-bits spread.