There are a few signs that British summer has officially arrived. The strawberries are back. The weather apps are being checked hourly. And suddenly everyone has an opinion on tennis.
Whether you're lucky enough to be heading to SW19 or you're claiming the best seat on the sofa, Wimbledon season is one of our favourite excuses to gather friends, pour something cold and embrace the slower pace of summer.
If you're looking for Wimbledon drinks ideas, consider this our guide to hosting Wimbledon at home.
Start With The Obvious: Strawberries
Some traditions are worth keeping.
Wimbledon and strawberries have gone hand in hand for generations, and no matter how you're watching the tennis this year, we're firm believers that strawberries and cream deserve a place on the table.
Serve them alongside mini pavlovas or simply leave them out for guests to help themselves. And if you're looking to elevate your Wimbledon drinks, they also make the perfect garnish. A fresh strawberry perched on the rim of a Strawberry Daiquiri or sliced into a glass instantly makes things feel a little more special.
Keep Hosting Simple
When it comes to Wimbledon party ideas, we think less is more.
Nobody wants to spend the whole afternoon in the kitchen while everyone else is enjoying Centre Court. Keep things relaxed with food that people can graze on throughout the day.
Think burrata and tomatoes, bowls of olives, crisps, fresh bread and summer salads. A cheeseboard always goes down well, and if all else fails, strawberries and cream are reason enough to invite people over.
The best hosts are the ones sitting down with everyone else.
What’s In Our Ice Bucket This Wimbledon?
Once the table's set and the tennis is on, the only question left is what everyone's drinking.
This year, we're keeping a few favourites chilling in the ice bucket and letting guests help themselves.
Strawberry Daiquiri
If there was ever a cocktail made for Wimbledon season, this is it.
Sweet, juicy and packed with strawberry flavour, our Strawberry Daiquiri feels right at home alongside bowls of fresh strawberries and cream. Serve ice cold in a coupe glass with a fresh strawberry on the rim for a simple finishing touch that instantly elevates the occasion.
Passion Fruit Martini
A Passion Fruit Martini always feels a little celebratory. Perfect for semi-finals, finals and those sunny afternoons that turn into evening plans.
Pour into a chilled martini glass and garnish with half a passion fruit for an effortless serve that looks just as good as it tastes.
Mojito
Nothing says summer quite like a Mojito.
Fresh and refreshing, it's the drink we're reaching for when the sun decides to make an appearance. Serve over plenty of ice with a sprig of fresh mint and a wedge of lime for a classic summer serve.
Margarita
Bright, citrusy and made for long lunches in the garden.
Serve over ice with a lime wheel and, if you're feeling fancy, a salt rim for that little bit extra.
The Final Set
That's our recipe for Wimbledon season.
Strawberries and cream. A table full of picky bits. Plenty of ice. And a few favourite cocktails ready to pour.
After all, they're playing singles. We're SERVING doubles.
