The Bacardi family of brands is stirring things up with personal cocktail courier kits and some recipes for at-home imbibing.
If you’re celebrating World Cocktail Day on May 13, no need to head to the liquor store: Bacardi has debuted six different cocktail kits from its core family of brands.
Cocktail Courier kits are delivered directly to your doorstep and are equipped with ingredients and instructions. The limited-edition cocktail kits are available for purchase in a two-drink “mini” size and eight-drink “classic” size and include Cazadores Huntsman, Patrón Tequila Watermelon Basil Margarita, Bacardi Rum Banana Daiquiri, Grey Goose French Passion, Bombay English Garden Gimlet, and Dewar’s Scotch Emporium Highball.
Recipes and purchase info from Bacardi follow below.
The Cazadores Huntsman
Originating in Puebla, Mexico, the rich smoke and slight spice of ancho chile pairs perfectly with warm vanilla and the tropical, citrus notes of Cazadores Reposado for the perfect spirit-forward sipper.
Ingredients
1.5 parts Cazadores Tequila
0.25 part Ancho Chile Vanilla Agave
2 dashes Orange Bitters
Garnish: Orange Expression
Method: Stirred and served in a rocks glass.
Patrón Tequila Watermelon Basil Margarita
With notes of fresh agave and oak, Patrón Reposado is the perfect tequila for a bountiful fruit and herb-filled margarita. Travel on island time with this balanced juxtaposition of sweet and savory. A unique take on the margarita, it will leave you feeling like you’re on a Mexican vacation.
Ingredients
1.5 parts Patrón Reposado Tequila
0.5 part Watermelon Purée
0.5 part Basil Simple Syrup
1 part lime juice
Garnish: Dehydrated Lime Wheel
Method: Shaken and served in a rocks glass.
BACARDÍ Rum Banana Daiquiri
The smooth, subtle notes of almond and vanilla of BACARDI Superior pair exquisitely with the quintessential Caribbean flavor of ripe banana for a tropical daiquiri riff.
Ingredients
1.5 parts BACARDÍ Superior Rum
0.25 part Banana
0.25 part Vanilla
0.75 part Lime
Garnish: Dehydrated Lime Wheel
Method: Shaken and served in a coupe glass.
Grey Goose French Passion
Travel to the coast of Southern France and taste this tropical twist on traditional Provence. Exquisite French Grey Goose Vodka meets sunny passion fruit, zesty lime, and warm cinnamon for a warm-weather retreat for your taste buds.
Ingredients
1.5 parts Grey Goose Vodka
0.25 part Passionfruit Puree
0.25 part Cinnamon
0.50 part Lime
Garnish: Dehydrated Flower
Method: Shaken and served in a rocks glass.
Bombay English Garden Gimlet
Taste the 10 hand-selected botanicals of Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin accompanied by fresh basil and floral lavender for a new take on the gimlet.
Ingredients
1.5 parts Bombay Sapphire Gin
0.75 part Lemon Juice
0.5 part Basil Syrup (1:1 dilution sugar:water)
2 dashes Lavender Bitters
Method: Shaken and served in a rocks glass.
Dewar’s Scotch Emporium Highball
A sly nod to John Dewar’s humble beginnings in Perth, Scotland, this highball pairs the classic swirl of honey and Scottish heather of Dewars White Label with aromatic Earl Grey and bright lemon for a new take on a classic.
Ingredients
1.5 part Dewar's Scotch White Label
0.25 part Lemon
0.25 part Earl Grey Syrup
3.5 parts Soda Water
Garnish: Lemon Wedge
Method: Shaken and served in a highball glass.
Photography: Images courtesy Cocktail Courier
