11 fruity whisky drinks for the citrus and berry lovers
Fruity flavours and whisky are a tantalizing combo. Whether you love the tangy notes of citrus drinks, rich and juicy berries or the sunshine tones of tropical juices, we’ve got a cocktail that’ll hit the spot.
Thirsty? Without further ado, here’s our curated shortlist of the best fruity whisky cocktails. Shakers at the ready.
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Lychee Sour
Fruity, zesty and takes less than 2 minutes to shake up. For this fruity version of the classic Whisky Sour, simply add a shot of lychee juice or switch out your simple syrup for lychee liqueur.
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Apple Spritz
Fresh, tart and tasty. This whisky and apple juice cocktail is a real crowd-pleaser. We love using cloudy apple juice for a more natural flavour. Top it with soda water for that classic spritz fizz.11 fruity whisky drinks for the citrus and berry lovers
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Whisky paloma
If you can handle your drinks a little sour, this is the cocktail for you. Mix grapefruit juice with whisky for a Ballantine’s-twist on the classic Paloma. We call this the heatwave savour.
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Berry Beer
Beer, berries and Ballantine’s Finest? Trust us. Muddle ripe blueberries with whisky, lemon and honey and give it a good mix in your cocktail shaker. Then top up with light beer for a drink that’ll have your guests begging for the recipe. Always remember to drink responsibly.
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Orange Highball
Miss your childhood juice box? We’ve got you covered. This tangy, sweet cocktail mixes whisky and orange juice with triple sec and lemon soda to make a highball worthy of any summer gathering. It’s essentially adult OJ, so you know it’ll go down a storm.
Your favourite breakfast beverage just got an evening glow up. In a tall glass (known by bartenders as a highball), mix Ballantine’s Finest with orange juice, triple sec and soda for the grown-up juicebox-inspired cocktail of the summer.
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Passion Sour
Punchy flavours and tropical vibes come together in this passion fruit sour recipe. Sharp, sweet passion fruit purée and a squeeze of lime give the classic Whisky Sour some added zing. Best bit? You can shake it up in two minutes.
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Wild Sour
Another adventurous version of the classic Whisky Sour. This one uses Ballantine’s Wild for its rich and juicy cherry-forward flavours. Mix it with cherry syrup, lime juice and top with fresh cherries for a fresh and fruity cocktail worthy of any gathering.
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Summer Pitcher
Nothing says party quite like a pitcher of something delicious. Our pitcher of choice? The Summer Pitcher cocktail.
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Cranberry Orange Whisky Sour
Looking for something a little sour, tart and citrus? Add Ballantine’s Finest, cranberry juice, sugar syrup and fresh lime juice to a shaker filled with ice and give it a good mix. When it’s cold, pour into a glass and top with ginger beer. You can even add whisked egg white for an extra foamy texture.
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Apple Old Fashioned
If you’re a fan of a Hot Toddy, you’ll love the Apple Cider Old Fashioned. Mix together equal parts Ballantine’s Finest with apple cider, add a teaspoon of maple syrup and 3 drops of bitters. Add ice and garnish with apple slices, orange and a cinnamon stick.
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Ballantine’s and Lemon Soda
There’s something special about the simplicity of a Scotch and soda. To give it a fruity twist we use lemon soda or add a healthy squeeze of lemon juice to soda water. Top with a wedge of line for an extra hint of zest.
And there you have it, our favourite fruit-forward cocktails. Whichever recipe you try next, we’re sure it’ll be a talking point at your next party. If you’re looking for even more inspo, take a look at some of our other cocktail guides.
