Mint has a reputation for being one of the most enthusiastic growers in the garden. It spreads easily, often taking over ...

Strip bottom leaves off mint sprigs, leaving 4–5 leaves on top. Trim sprigs, leaving about a 2" stem attached to leaves; reserve for garnish. Place leaves in a medium pitcher. Add orgeat to pitcher.

Wash the redcurrants and put them, stalks and all, into a large preserving pan along with 500ml/18fl oz water and the mint sprig. Slowly bring to the boil. Stir and press the redcurrants to break ...

Add Basil Hayden’s and ice. Shake, then strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a mint sprig and lemon wheel. • 1.5 parts Longbranch bourbon • 1 part grapefruit juice • 0. ...

Pour 10ml/2 teaspoons of the cooled sugar syrup into a julep cup with all the remaining ingredients except the mint sprig. Carefully ‘churn’ the ingredients in the cup by stirring from top to ...

For those who like their smoothies thick and luscious instead of on the thinner side, this unique frozen ingredient creates ...

Decorate with a cocktail cherry, orange slice and mint sprig on a cocktail stick. Recipe from The Ultimate Cocktail Book by Bill Reavell and Neil Mersh/Hamlyn, 2011.

Pour in the white rum, a splash of club soda and stir gently to combine. Top with ice and garnish with a mint sprig. Muddle the mint leaves, watermelon chunks, and basil leaves in a glass.