There’s no better partner for a plate of wings than a cool, refreshing cocktail. That’s why we’ve decided to share some of our favourite cocktail recipes you can make yourself from the comfort of your home and enjoy alongside a tastebud-tantalising takeaway from our restaurant and sports bar in Milton Keynes. Whether you like sweet, sour, silky or sparkling drinks, we’ve got you covered with these must-try easy cocktail recipes!
Easy Cocktail Recipes To Try At Home
Whatever your alcohol of choice is, be it champagne or tequila, there’s a cocktail recipe that beautifully incorporates it. Check out the recipes below to find out how to make your dream cocktail!
But, if you’d rather leave the cocktail concocting to the professionals, be sure to head down to one of our locations and try our legendary cocktail menu. Our selection of cocktails beautifully compliments our irresistible flavoured wings, creating the perfect duo. Don’t be shy; give them a try!
- Champagne Cocktail Recipe
- Tequila Cocktail Recipe
- Pimm’s Cocktail Recipe
- Whiskey Cocktail Recipes
- Vodka Cocktail Recipes
- Rum Cocktail Recipes
- Low Cal Cocktail Recipe
- Gin Cocktail Recipes
- Rosé Cocktail Recipe
- Punch Cocktail Recipe
- Prosecco Cocktail Recipes
- Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Recipes
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Champagne Cocktail Recipe
If champagne is your drink of choice, these classy champagne cocktail recipes are perfect for you! These four recipes are elegant, sweet and delicious… well, at least the first three are!
The Chambord Royale
Berries, honey, citrus and vanilla – could you possibly think of a more delicious combination? The Chambord Royale calls for cognac, red and black raspberries, Madagascan vanilla, honey and lemon, which are combined with champagne and the star of the show, Chambord liqueur, a French alcohol with a gorgeous black raspberry flavour. Alternatively, you can use creme de cassis if you prefer a blackcurrant flavour for your drink.
The French 75
This wonderfully sublime cocktail is perfect for the lemon lovers out there. You can make this delicious drink yourself at home with little effort. You’ll only need four basic ingredients: gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and, of course, the champagne of your choice! Originally, this recipe was made with cognac rather than gin, but we’ll leave that up to you. Both blissfully refreshing and sophisticated when served in a wine glass with ice, leave the lemonade for the kids and treat yourself to a French 75 instead!
The Classic Champagne Cocktail
If you’re a fan of tradition, this classic champagne cocktail is for you! It has been enjoyed for centuries, making it one of the oldest cocktails known! To recreate this drink at home, you will simply need to combine a single sugar cube with aromatic bitters and your chosen champagne. Not only is this exquisite cocktail extremely straightforward to make, but it also tastes delightful. Try it for yourself!
The Black Velvet
Proceed with caution! This drink isn’t for the faint-hearted. Originally invented to mourn the death of Prince Albert, it combines just two ingredients: champagne and stout. Yep, that’s right! While this cocktail certainly isn’t for everyone, it couldn’t be simpler to make, so why not give it a go?
Tequila Cocktail Recipe
Tequila sunrise? Been there, done that! Delicious as it may be, we think it’s time for something new. If you’re ready to switch things up, we present to you: the tequila sunset!
The Tequila Sunset
Fruity and refreshing, the tequila sunset is the perfect poolside drink. While the predominant flavour of the tequila sunrise is orange, the star ingredient of the tequila sunset is sweet and smooth mango puree, which is combined with orange juice, lime juice, Cointreau (a French orange liqueur), agave syrup and, of course, tequila. You will need a cocktail shaker to make this recipe, so be prepared for a quick kitchen workout! Serve this cocktail with ice and – if you’re feeling fancy – an elegant garnish, and enjoy.
Pimm’s Cocktail Recipe
Pimm’s is an iconically English gin-based liqueur which is often used as a base for punch or a fruit cup. It is fruity and sweet, with hints of herbs and warm spices and a bitter finishing note. There’s nothing more refreshing than this Pimm’s cocktail recipe; you’ve got to try it, English or not!
The Pimm’s Cup
This classic and sophisticated English cocktail is typically enjoyed in the summer at both fancy and more relaxed events, from tennis tournaments to barbeques. It is incredibly simple to make, consisting of just three ingredients: Pimm’s, soda and chopped seasonal fruits. You choose from a range of sodas when making this drink, including sparkling lemonade, ginger beer, or lemon and lime. Your soda of choice will be mixed with the Pimm’s liqueur and served in a container – be it a glass, jug, or punch bowl – with the chopped fruits, which typically include strawberries, cucumbers, apples and oranges. To finish it off, mint sprigs and ice are added, making this drink extra refreshing!
Whiskey Cocktail Recipes
Whiskey can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, but we think it’s perfect in a cocktail. These are our go-to’s that every home bartender should add to their cocktail repertoire, including one of the best old fashioned cocktail recipes you’ll come across.
Old Fashioned
Old fashioned cocktails are super simple and involve very few ingredients, so the key is choosing a flavoursome bourbon. In our humble opinion, Jameson Irish Whiskey is the best whiskey that’s readily available in most supermarkets. Exceptionally rich with a hint of vanilla, it’s the ideal base for an old fashioned. Before adding it to your lowball glass, crush some sugar around the base and two ice cubes. Once the whiskey is mixed in, add two dashes of Angostura bitters and enjoy!
The Cherry Bourbon Smash
If you’re searching for a bourbon cocktail recipe, you’ll love this one! Not only does it look incredible with its vibrant red colour, but it’s also amazingly refreshing and fun to make. To make it, you will need to combine bourbon, cherries, mint syrup and lemon juice before mushing all the ingredients together and shaking things up in a cocktail shaker. The liquid is strained and served with club soda, creating a gorgeously cherry-lemon-mint flavoured boozy refreshment. If you’re feeling keen, you can make the mint syrup yourself with fresh mint leaves!
Vodka Cocktail Recipes
You can’t beat a vodka cocktail, and these easy recipes prove it! Fruity, refreshing and boozy, there’s no better way to wind down than by whipping up one, two or even all of these recipes.
The Screwdriver
This classic highball cocktail is ridiculously easy to make and equally tasty! It combines just two ingredients: vodka and orange juice. It is typically served in a tall glass with ice and an orange wedge garnish if you’re feeling fancy. This drink is the perfect refreshment to whip up for an impromptu gathering with friends since there’s a good chance you already have the ingredients needed in your kitchen!
The Moscow Mule
The Moscow Mule is wonderfully tangy, combining spicy ginger beer, vodka, ice and lime juice. Add some flair to this refreshing and flavoursome cocktail by serving it with a lime wheel and a mint sprig as garnishes. Traditionally, this drink is served in a copper mug, which will both insulate and take on the cool temperature of your drink. Just ensure that the inside and lip of your copper mugs are plated with nickel or stainless steel. We love these copper-coloured stainless steel mugs!
Wing Kingz Martinis
We offer two delicious vodka cocktails at our restaurant and sports bar in Canterbury and Milton Keynes. What’s more, it’s 2-for-1 cocktails at Canterbury every weekend, so why not try both? The decadent Pick-Me-Up Martini combines vodka with silky coffee liqueur and a touch of vanilla – it’s truly heavenly! Meanwhile, the Queenz Star Martini beautifully pairs vanilla vodka with a punchy passionfruit liqueur, making it the ultimate tropical cocktail. Why not come on over to Wing Kingz to give them a try?
The Greyhound
If you’re a grapefruit fan, this one’s for you! To make this cocktail, you will need a citrus juicer to make your very own freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice, which will be combined with ice and vodka in a glass. This drink is elegantly finished with a fragrant sprig of rosemary, and voila!
The Madras
This popular fruity highball cocktail pairs its vibrant red colour with a sweet and tangy flavour. Consisting of just vodka, cranberry juice and orange juice, the Madras is proof that less is more. Serve this drink in a tall glass with ice and an orange peel garnish. For a tutorial on creating citrus garnishes, check out The Spruce Eats!
Rum Cocktail Recipes
When it comes to summer cocktail recipes with rum, you can’t go wrong with anything containing fresh lime juice. Rum and lime go together like peas in a pod, and we have just the recipe to prove it!
Wing Kingz Rum Cocktails
Here at Wing Kingz, we offer a trio of rum-tastic cocktails. You can’t beat our classic Cuban Mojito, which contains a refreshing mix of rum, lime and mint. Our Caribbean-inspired Rum Punch combines overproof rum with lime and pineapple juice, topped off with blissfully sweet strawberry syrup. Finally, our Summer Sling is wonderfully fruity and sweet, containing fresh strawberries alongside rum and lime. Tempted yet? If you’re searching for restaurants in Milton Keynes or Canterbury, why not pay us a visit at Wing Kingz? You won’t be disappointed!
The Daiquiri
This classic cocktail is unbelievably simple yet perfectly sweet and full of delicate flavour. To make it, you will need to combine Bacardi Carta Blanca white rum with lime juice and sugar syrup. To add a flair of elegance, why not serve this cocktail chilled in a coupe glass with a lime wheel garnish?
Low Cal Cocktail Recipe
If you’re watching your calorie intake at the moment, don’t worry! You can still join in on the fun with this low-calorie, fresh and fruity cocktail recipe.
The Blueberry Spritzer
This light, berry-licious cocktail is truly exquisite and packed with antioxidants, making it perfect for those who are looking to make more healthy lifestyle choices. It combines sparkling wine, lime juice, blueberry juice and a dash of sugar syrup for that irresistible kick of sweetness. Serve with mint and fresh blueberries, and enjoy!
Gin Cocktail Recipes
At our restaurants, we offer an array of cocktails that are perfect for those who adore all things gin. Why not enjoy our Gintastic cocktail? A cucumber and elderflower collins which combines gin and sparkling soda for a delicate, floral and refreshing creation. Or, for a sweet treat, our Sir Berry Bramble offers the perfect fruity combination of FAIR’s Acai Berry Liqueur mixed with gin and lemon.
If you’re looking to create some at home, then we have got you covered; why not make:
Negroni
A classic, much-loved cocktail that has stood the test of time and pleased so many, this cocktail is so easy to make and only includes three ingredients! These include classic dry gin, sweet vermouth (the red kind) and Campari.
This cocktail is best served on the rocks, limiting the hassle or difficulty of assembling; perfect for those who do not like to mess around and enjoy the traditional!
The Bramble
This cocktail is one of the most famous of the modern era; its sweet yet slightly bitter taste makes it different from the rest. And even better, it only involves a few staple ingredients – gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup and a blackberry liqueur such as Crème de Cassis.
If making this at home, use a cocktail shaker for optimum results. Simply add ice, gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup and shake this until it is all well-chilled, then fill a glass with more ice and pour this mixture on top. Lastly, drizzle the blackberry liqueur on top so it ‘bleeds’ down into the cocktail and injects it with its tempting tastebud flavour.
Rosé Cocktail Recipe
Rosé is one of the most favourable and versatile alcohol options available; you can incorporate it into many different cocktails while also enjoying it chilled on its own. But hands down, our favourite cocktail is:
Rosé Sangria
Please your guests with this versatile, fruity cocktail that includes everyone’s favourite chilled rosé wine, Pamplemousse liqueur, fruit such as raspberries and strawberries, lemon slices and chilled sparkling soda.
Combine all the ingredients and stir well; chill this mixture for up to 4 hours for the best outcome and then serve in glasses. You can even try heating up the berries with sugar and pressing them into a liquid to create a berry syrup! Top with the soda, and you’re good to go; a flawless, fabulous drink excellent for you and your guests to enjoy!
Punch Cocktail Recipe
Nothing raises spirits quite like a chilled jug of punch served alongside fresh-of-the-BBQ burgers, wings and more. The beauty of punch? It couldn’t be easier to tailor to your tastebuds, infusing your alcohol of choice with fresh, fruity flavours. If you’re short on inspiration, try giving this easy recipe a go:
Citrus Punch
This simple and citrusy drink throws together all of the best tastes to create a blissful heaven which will leave you happily sighing with every sip! Combine apple juice, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice and champagne, and garnish with some lemon slices and mint leaves. Leave the jug on a table surrounded by friends and family and let them pour the drinks themselves for an extra relaxing atmosphere and easy hosting!
Prosecco Cocktail Recipes
If you’re looking to keep your guests feeling bubbly all night long, prosecco always does the trick. Take this much-loved fizzy wine to the next level with these prosecco cocktail recipes.
Apple Prosecco Punch
Despite being one of the world’s most popular fruits, apple-flavoured cocktails are hard to come by, but don’t let that put you off. This refreshing punch is perfect for afternoons spent lounging in the sun. Pour 200ml vodka, 400ml apple juice and the juice of 2 lemons into a punch bowl. Slice an apple and a lemon, add them to the bowl with loads of ice, and voila!
Campari e Prosecco
Despite only containing a few ingredients, this cocktail is an Italian staple and one of the most loved Apertivo cocktails around the world. Fill your tumbler with plenty of ice before adding 30ml of Campari, 15 ml of soda water, and 30ml of prosecco. Give it a stir and top it with a fresh orange slice for ultimate refreshment- you’ll be transported to an Italian piazza in an instant!
Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Recipes
If you’re looking to enjoy these tongue-tingling flavours without the alcohol content, don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten you! These non-alcoholic cocktail recipes are just as delicious as their alcoholic counterparts- minus the hangover!
Fruit Coolers
For a simple and refreshing mocktail, look no further than a fruit cooler. This drink is super versatile, so you can pretty much throw in whatever fruit you please, and it will work. In our favourite fruit cooler, we put goji berries, raspberries and ginger into a large jug with about 900ml of boiling and leave it in the fridge overnight. In the morning, strain the liquid through a sieve, sweeten it with honey and pour over ice to enjoy!
Virgin Mojito
Mocktails don’t come much more refreshing than a Virgin Mojito. For the perfect combination of lime and mint, give this recipe a go. All you need is lime, mint leaves, sugar syrup, crushed ice, and soda water or lemonade for some extra sweetness.
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Refreshing Summer Cocktail Recipes
With these recipes under your belt, you’re all set to be the host with the most! Whether you love a citrusy alcoholic beverage or prefer boozy berry flavours, you’re bound to find your dream cocktail in one of these recipes. For the ultimate cocktail experience, we recommend enjoying your drinks (responsibly!) with some juicy and flavoursome wings.
At Wing Kingz, you can choose from our four styles of wings and our seven tastebud-teasing flavours to create your perfect wing. Why not get a takeaway in Milton Keynes or Canterbury, and enjoy your homemade cocktails alongside our mouth-watering wings? Check out our previous article if you’re thinking about whipping up your own wing sauce and need some inspiration!