Jug cocktail recipes

A fruity, minty, refreshing punch for a summer party. The mix of juicy honeydew, cantaloupe and watermelon chunks make this the ultimate cooler to beat the heat

Make a jug of refreshing mojitos to share, so you can spend more time with your guests. Try our three twists on this classic cocktail, too

Mix up a refreshing strawberry mojito to sip in the summer sun. This easy, fruity cocktail is perfect for barbecue season or a relaxed party with friends

No summer soirée is complete without a refreshing jug of Pimm's and with basil ice cubes, this one's extra special

Try this refreshing twist on a traditional sangria and use white wine instead of red with elderflower to complement the fruit. Perfect for summer parties

Big jugs of cocktails are great for a party, let guests help themselves to this cranberry and dark rum drink

The best way we know to brighten up a bottle of wine in the summer, and the perfect picnic drink

Blend pink gin with iced tea and you have this unique cocktail, made with spiced rum, elderflower and pink grapefruit. Serve in a jug for a sharing cocktail

Add an extra fruity twist to this classic summer drink with pomegranate juice and seeds - double up the quantities to please a crowd

A simple, refreshing drink that's perfect for a summery gathering. For an extra-special twist, swap the sparkling water for champagne

Mix a jug of this classic cocktail for a summer party. It's made with equal parts of vodka, gin, tequila, rum and triple sec, plus lime, cola and plenty of ice

This refreshing fruity drink is perfect for warmer weather, with nectarines, strawberries and orange liqueur - easily doubled for parties

This delicately coloured, refreshing take on the classic gin and tonic makes a perfect picnic tipple

A grown-up summer drink with a pleasantly bitter bite

Hot pear cider, apple and cranberry juice plus sloe gin with cinnamon - you can't get a better winter cocktail than this

A true taste of summer, serve this fruity punch with fresh mint leaves, cucumber, orange and strawberries

Mixing this summer favourite with ice-cold mint & citrus tea makes a less sweet but every bit as refreshing cooler

Cool off with this gin-based apple and elderflower cocktail with both fruity and floral notes. Make a batch of this easy summer drink for entertaining

James Martin's healthy spritzers are super quick and a refreshing addition to any brunch

For a grown-up brunch, try James Martin's version of the classic morning-after cocktail

Don't just save Pimm's for summer, add some brandy for a delicious winter treat

Spritz up a basic apple cocktail with a dash of prosecco and a splash of vodka

Add a boozy kick to your summer party with this peachy cocktail

Just when you thought this classic rum and mint cocktail couldn't get any better - grapefruit juice adds a sunshine tang