Elderflowers bloom from May to June, reaching up to 6 metres in height. They are flat-headed sprays of creamy-white flowers with prominent stamens. Found in hedges, footpaths, motorway banks and domestic gardens
Gin fizz is a light, sour cocktail similar to Tom Collins. Contains gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water. Alcohol content is 13% ABV (26 proof)
Anyone can make cocktails with basic skills. Mixed drinks combine two or more ingredients, not just alcohol. Cocktails traditionally include liquor, sweetener, bitters, and water
Easy cocktail with only 3 ingredients: frozen limeade, white tequila, and beer. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo, game day, or summer sipping pleasure. Light, refreshing, and easy to make
Basic ingredients include 16 cups fruit, 2 cups honey, 1 packet yeast, and filtered water. Required equipment: 2 gallon crock, 1 gallon carboy, airlock, and clean bottles. Organic fruit is best, preferably picked at peak flavor
Created by East India Company officer in India in 18th century. British commander added water, sugar, lime and gin to make quinine more palatable. Tonic water is now sweetened and less harsh due to quinine's modern use