4 REFRESHING SUMMER SPRITZ RECIPES WITH AUSTRALIAN GIN

Summer is here, and nothing beats a refreshing gin spritz on a warm afternoon. Australian gin are perfect for spritzes as they are bright, aromatic, and full of local botanical flavour. Whether you’re hosting friends, enjoying a picnic, or winding down on the deck, these summer spritz recipes with HM Gin are simple and delicious.

1. MANADRIN SPRITZ

A bright, citrus-forward spritz that captures the essence of summer.

INGREDIENTS:

30 ml HM Orange Squeeze Gin
30 ml White wine
15 ml Orange style Italian bitters
20 ml Mandarin juice
5 ml Lemon juice
Top with Soda water
Glassware: White wine glass
Garnish: Mandarin wedge and mint sprig

METHOD:

1) Add HM Orange Squeeze Gin and all other ingredients except soda water into a cocktail shaker. 2) Fill with cubed ice, Shake vigorously until the shaker frosts up. 3) Double strain cocktail over fresh cubed ice into a wine glass, top with soda water and garnish with Mandarin wedge and mints sprig.

2. VANILLA WATERMELON SPRITZ

Light, fruity and floral – a spritz that’s almost too pretty to drink.

INGREDIENTS:

45 ml HM Blushing Pink Gin
30 ml Rose Wine (dry)
30 ml Watermelon juice
15 ml Vanilla sugar
10 ml Lime juice
Top with Soda Water
Glassware: White wine glass
Garnish: Watermelon wedge and 1 mint sprig

METHOD:

1) Muddle 3-4 2.5 cm watermelon cubes in base of cocktail shaker. 2) Add HM Pink Blushing Gin and all other ingredients except soda water into a cocktail shaker. 3) Fill with cubed ice, Shake vigorously until the shaker frosts up. 4) Double strain cocktail over fresh cubed ice into a wine glass, top with soda water and garnish with a watermelon wedge and mints sprig.

3. ELDERFLOWER & MINT SPRITZ

Crisp, aromatic and garden-fresh. Perfect for lazy summer afternoons.

INGREDIENTS:

30 ml HM London Dry Gin
45 ml Sparkling Wine (dry)
15 ml Elderflower cordial
15 ml Lime juice
Top with Soda Water
Glassware: White wine glass
Garnish: 3 Cucumber wheels and 1 mint sprig

METHOD:

1) Pour HM London Dry Gin, elderflower cordial and lime juice into the base of wine glass. 2) Clamp mint to release flavour and aromas add to glass, top wine glass with ice and stir to combine, add sparkling wine and stir gently. 3) If required add more ice and top with soda water. 4) Garnish with cucumber and mint sprig.

WANT TO MAKE IT A JUG? serves 1.5L

190 ml HM London Dry Gin
280 ml Sparkling Wine (dry)
95 ml Elderflower cordial
65 ml Lime juice
Top with Soda Water

4. HONEY CHAI SPRITZ

Slightly spiced, subtly sweet, and ideal for those who enjoy warm notes in a summer drink.

INGREDIENTS:

30 ml HM Seven Spice Chai Gin
45 ml Sparkling Wine (dry)
15 ml Honey syrup
10 ml Lemon juice
Top with Soda Water
Glassware: White wine glass
Garnish: Orange wedge

METHOD:

1) Pour HM Seven Spice Chai Gin, Honey Syrup and lemon juice into a ice filled cocktail shaker. 2) Shake quickly to combine. 3) Pour cocktail into ice filled wine glass and pour in sparking wine. 4) Stir gently to combine. 5) If required add more ice and top with soda water. 6) Garnish with orange wedge.

WHY AUSTRALIAN GIN WORKS PERFECTLY IN SUMMER SPRITZES

Australian gin is crafted with locally sourced botanicals, giving each bottle a fresh, unique character. From citrusy and floral to spice-infused, these gins are the perfect base for light, aromatic spritzes that feel elegant yet refreshing.

SERVE & ENJOY

These four summer gin spritz recipes are easy to make, Instagram-ready, and guaranteed to impress your guests. Rotate them throughout your next BBQ, garden party, or weekend gathering for variety and flavour. Pro tip: Use high-quality sparkling water or soda to let the gin’s botanicals shine.
Pro tip: Use high-quality sparkling water or soda to let the gin’s botanicals shine.

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