Easy non-alcoholic recipes for garden parties, BBQs and long summer evenings.

Summer has a habit of turning simple moments into unforgettable ones. A last-minute BBQ becomes an evening that stretches long after sunset. A quick drink in the garden turns into dinner with friends.

That's why we created the Wild Wolf Summer Hosting Collection. Together, Wild Life Botanicals and Smiling Wolf have brought together two botanical brands to help make hosting beautifully simple.

Here are three of our favourite botanical cocktails to enjoy this summer.

🍊 Wild Aper-No Spritz

Ingredients

• 50ml Smiling Wolf Aperitivo
• Wild Life Botanicals Blush (top up)
• Plenty of ice
• Fresh orange slice

Method

Fill a large wine or balloon glass with plenty of ice.

Pour in 50ml Smiling Wolf Aperitivo, then top with chilled Wild Life Botanicals Blush.

Garnish with a fresh slice of orange and serve immediately.

🌿 Honey Hugo Wild Spritz

Ingredients

• 30ml Smiling Wolf Feel Good Botanical
• 15ml Elderflower Cordial
• Fresh mint leaves
• Wild Life Botanicals Nude (top up)
• Plenty of ice

Method

Fill a large wine or balloon glass with ice.

Lightly clap the fresh mint between your hands to release its aroma, then add it to the glass with the elderflower cordial and 30ml Smiling Wolf Feel Good Botanical.

Top with chilled Wild Life Botanicals Nude, give it a gentle stir and garnish with a fresh mint sprig.

🍉 Watermelon Wild Spritz

Ingredients

• 50ml Smiling Wolf Feel Good Aperitivo
• 30ml Watermelon Syrup
• 50ml Cranberry Juice
• Wild Life Botanicals Blush (top up)
• Plenty of ice

Method

Fill a large wine or balloon glass with ice.

Add the Smiling Wolf Feel Good Aperitivo, watermelon syrup and cranberry juice.

Top with chilled Wild Life Botanicals Blush and stir gently to combine.

Garnish with a fresh watermelon wedge and a sprig of mint.

       🥂 Five simple ways to elevate summer hosting

• Chill your drinks before guests arrive.
• Prepare a self-serve cocktail station.
• Garnish with fresh herbs and citrus.
• Use plenty of ice.
• Offer a choice of botanical serves.
  
  

  🐺 Why Wild Wolf?

Bringing together two botanical brands with one shared goal: creating beautifully crafted non-alcoholic drinks that make every summer gathering feel a little more special.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best non-alcoholic cocktail for summer?

WILD Aper-No Spritz 

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Which sparkling wine works best in non-alcoholic cocktails?

Wild Life Botanicals Nude or Blush enhance the flavour profile of a cocktail without adding sweetness. 

Can I make these in advance?

Yes... The basis for each cocktail can be made in advance, then top up with sparkling wine before serving. 

Which cocktail is best for BBQs?

Watermelon Spritz adds bright flavour and colour to any bbq setting and is a great pallet freshener. 
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