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Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot – Summer food and drink ideas
At last, there’s some warmth to the air and the smell of summer is near. It’s time to get your summer pants on and welcome this outdoor entertaining time of year.
Summer is a time for get-togethers and enjoying yourself, so what better way to celebrate than with some flavorsome drinks and food.
Summer Cocktails
We’ve got some great ideas for batch cocktails that will have you free to kick back with your friends and family, try these tasty ideas:
Summer Cocktail Mixing Tips:
- Use cold glassware wherever possible. If you can, keep your glasses in the fridge prior to using them
- Use ice, and make sure to have plenty on hand, because Bundaberg Brewed Drinks are best served icy cold.
Brewed Gin & Ger
Summer afternoons are made for drinks with gin and Aperol. When you combine the refreshing zing of Bundaberg Ginger Beer in this classic pitcher drink, you’ll be delighted with the results. You could even try adding some passionfruit to the mix if you’re feeling creative for that extra summer flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 x bottles 12.7oz Bundaberg Ginger Beer
- 9 oz gin
- 2 oz Aperol
- 2 oz lime juice
- 6 x dashes Angostura bitters,
- Orange and lime wedge to garnish
Method
- Put all ingredients including the citrus wedges into the pitcher and stir to combine.
- When you are ready to serve your drinks, top up the pitcher with ice and pour into tall glasses
Summer Bundaberg Mule
Whether you’re a fan of the Moscow variety (using Vodka), or you prefer to take yourself to Mexico (using Tequila), London (using Gin), Ireland (using Whiskey) or Kentucky (using Bourbon), there’s a refreshing Bundaberg Mule for any taste preference.
Consider making the base mix in a pitcher then letting your guests add their liquor of choice to keep things fun for your guests.
Ingredients
- 4 x bottles 12.7oz Bundaberg Ginger Beer
- 7 oz Vodka (or your spirit of choice)
- 3.5 oz lime juice
- 2 x large pieces of ginger
- Lime to garnish
Method
- Muddle ginger and add to pitcher along with lime juice and if you’re adding the spirit, add it now and mix well.
- Top with Bundaberg Ginger Beer and add ice
- Slice some lime wedges and have ready to garnish in copper mugs or short cocktail glasses
- If you’re letting your guests add their own spirits, include a shot measure (jigger) with the display to help them measure the right amount per cocktail
Entertaining Hacks
#1 If you want to impress your guests with a soda offer that makes them feel like they’re not missing out then Bundaberg Brewed Drinks are the perfect go to. With their glass bottle and fun rip-cap top, you’ll be the host with the most if you have a range on ice.
#2 Bundaberg brews aren’t just for drinking, because they’re made with real ingredients, you’ll find they make a brilliant addition to your cooking. Try this amazing Root Beer BBQ sauce on ribs, chicken, frankly anything!
BBQ Root Beer Sauce
This sauce is the bomb. Easy to make and will have your guests begging for more. Don’t let the list of ingredients put you off, it’s a cinch to make.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bundaberg Root Beer (about 1 ¼ bottles)
- 2 cups tomato ketchup
- 1 brown onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ginger powder
- ½ tsp ground cilantro
- dash of Tabasco sauce to taste
- Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Method
Step 1
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and allow to simmer until reduced by half, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 2
Check for seasoning and acidity. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before pouring into airtight jar and storing in the refrigerator.
Step 3
Use as a basting sauce or directly as a dipping sauce.
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