Firing up a BBQ is an easy way to add a touch of fun to any meal, may it be shared with friends or enjoyed with your partner or children.
BBQ food is the star of the show when grilling however, having the right drink to accompany it goes a long way to elevate your summer garden party to the next level.
These are delicious BBQ drinks, BBQ cocktails and mocktails that are perfect for your summer grill party.
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How to choose the best BBQ drinks
When choosing the perfect drink to go with your BBQ, you want to take into account a few things.
You want your BBQ drink to be refreshing, so that it complements well the hot food
You want to offer a choice of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks, to please all your guests and include kids in the fun of a cool looking drink
You want to have drinks that are easy to make so you don’t need a dedicated ‘bartender’ for the night (it usually ends up being you and you miss out on the fun!)
Easy and Delicious BBQ drinks to make this summer
BBQ drinks
Easy to make, refreshing BBQ drinks perfect for a garden party
This classic mojito recipe makes a delicious classic cocktail perfect to add a refreshing tropical taste to your summer night.
Citrus-y, sweet and with the kick of rum, it is a wonderful party cocktail and one you can even make ahead for stress free hosting.
Non alcoholic twist to a classic mojito, a refreshing mocktail that needs no alcohol to wow you!
This classic pina colada recipe is perfect to bring a sip of exotic flavour to your summer party or BBQ meal.
Easy to make, it can be served in individual glasses or in a pitcher, making it a host's best friend. Prepare it in advance and let your guests help themselves to this sweet cocktail.
Don't forget to add a tray of fresh, sliced pineapple to dress the glasses and add to the exotic atmosphere of the day.
Easy to make, refreshing alcohol-free pina colada recipe: the perfect summer drink for a summer party, pool party or BBQ meal.
Bursting with tropical flavor, this easy recipe can me made ahead and served in a jug, the perfect solution for stress free hosting.
A delicious, refreshing, sweet strawberry drink perfect for a summer party. A non alcoholic cocktail for strawberry lovers
One wonderfully rewarding and tasty summer delight. It needs a little more preparation time than a Classic Daiquiri as you will need to do some cutting and blending not simply shaking, but it makes for a wonderfully rewarding treat on a hot day.
Perfect Bellini cocktail recipe, a classic Italian sparkling cocktail perfect for celebrations or an elegant aperitif.
Refreshing summer mocktails made with fresh watermelon pulp and a just a dash of lime juice and mint for an extra kick
A deliciously refreshing summer mocktail with the delicate flavor of the passion fruit and the dash of color and freshness of mint
A delicious Mai Tai is like a kiss from the South Pacific in your hand. There are plenty of recipe variations you can try for that perfect Polynesian taste.
The fruit flavours of raspberry can be quite intense but this is bound to delight guests at spring and summer events, or makes the perfect romantic cocktail companion for its deep red colour.
In additional to your usual bartender tools you will need a muddling stick, or a narrow round-ended rolling pin. We have made this as a batch drink best enjoyed with friends but you can play with your portions accordingly, take your pick of a traditional cocktail glass or a fancier flute.
This delightful summery aperitif is the perfect way to start your evening. We have provided the recipe for one serve but it's easy to multiple out for extra serves as the drink is prepared in individual glasses - or simple double the recipe for a larger serve.
We like it in a larger white wine glass but a martini cocktail glass is also acceptable. There's no need for a shaker but you may like to mix with a bartenders spoon.
Finish your creation off with some fresh mint leaves and zesty lime!
We have set this recipe as a single-serve but it's easy to multiple it out to serve a group