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A summer state of mind
Whether you’re celebrating summer or longing for it, these non-alc cocktails are sunshine in a glass.
Photography by Lucy Deitz, CAPI
There's something magical about a drink that can transport you to another place entirely, especially when that place is drenched in sunshine. While some people gravitate towards warm, spiced beverages in the colder months, I find solace in drinks that bring a taste of summer all year round.
When I'm looking for a non-alc summer drink I turn to Australian-owned and made CAPI, whose commitment to local, all-natural ingredients promises flavours that evoke some of my favourite hot-weather destinations.
Whether you’re in the depths of winter or craving a mental getaway, these non-alc cocktails are your ticket to a summer state of mind.
Destination: Palm Springs
This drink takes me to Palm Springs, a warm-weather escape just outside of LA. Picture yourself poolside, surrounded by palm trees, with a Palm Tree Chiller in hand, soaking up the sun. Its refreshing blend captures the essence of relaxation and sunny days, making it the perfect beverage for an imaginary trip to this iconic desert oasis.
Visit CAPI to find out how to incorporate your favourite spirit into the Palm Springs, or read on for the non-alc recipe.
The Palm Tree Chiller
360ml CAPI Charred Pineapple
360ml coconut water
40ml lime juice
1 pineapple wedge
1 pineapple leaf
In a blender, combine CAPI Charred Pineapple Soda, coconut water, lime juice, and two cups of ice. Blend until smooth and thick. Pour into rocks glasses, garnishing with a pineapple leaf and wedge.
Destination: Berlin
Surprisingly, the Shiso Smash transports me to Berlin instead of Tokyo. This twist on the classic basil smash, popular in Berlin, embodies the city’s vibrant summer scene. Imagine sitting outside a bar, enjoying the sun after a day of biking and swimming, a Shiso Smash in hand. It’s the perfect drink for those endless summer days in the heart of Europe.
Visit CAPI to find out how to incorporate your favourite spirit into the Shishito Smash, or read on for the non-alc recipe.
Shishto Smash
45ml your favourite non alcoholic spirit
60ml CAPI Yuzu Soda
4-6 shiso leaves
Lime wheel
In a mixing shaker, combine 45ml of your favorite non-alcoholic spirit and 4-6 shiso leaves, giving a quick muddle. Add ice and shake for about 12 seconds, then pour into a rocks glass and top with CAPI Yuzu Soda. Garnish with a lime wheel and shiso leaves.
Destination: Port of Spain
This cocktail whisks me away to Port of Spain in Trinidad and Tobago. I’m leaning against my rental car, a bake and shark in one hand and a sorrel and lemon drink in the other, music playing loudly as I gaze out at the beach. The flavours of this drink capture the lively, tropical spirit of this Caribbean locale.
Visit CAPI to find out how to incorporate your favourite spirit into the The Sorrel and Lemon, or read on for the non-alc recipe.
The Sorrel and Lemon
60ml Sorrel Punch or Hibiscus Iced Tea
90ml CAPI Lemon Soda
Lemon wheel
Dried hibiscus
Pour 90ml of CAPI Lemon Soda into a Collins glass. Add ice and float 60ml of Sorrel or Iced Hibiscus Tea on top. Garnish with a lemon wheel and dried hibiscus flowers.
Destination: Casco Viejo
Now here's a drink that takes me to Casco Viejo in Panama City. Picture sitting in the lobby of The American Trade Hotel, savouring this delightful drink. The old town’s charm and the sea’s proximity create a serene yet vibrant atmosphere, perfectly mirrored by the flavours of the Light and Breezy.
Visit CAPI to find out how to incorporate your favourite spirit into the The Light and Breezy, or read on for the non-alc recipe.
The Light and Breezy
30ml non-alcoholic rum
15ml lime juice
125ml CAPI Spicy Ginger Beer
1 half orange wheel
1 sprig of a seasonal herb
Add 30ml of your favorite non-alcoholic rum and 15ml lime juice to a Collins glass. Add ice and top with CAPI Spicy Ginger Beer. Garnish with a half orange wheel and a seasonal herb.
Looking for more non-alc cocktails? Visit CAPI and explore their library of alcohol-free cocktails, or learn more about their range of sodas, mineral waters and mixers made with all natural, Australian ingredients.
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