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Bridgerton-inspired cocktails to drink during season 3

JQ Louise
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As the highly anticipated Part 1 of Season 3 of Bridgerton approaches, fans are eagerly preparing to be transported back into the opulent world of Regency-era London. With sumptuous costumes, intricate plot twists, and scandalous romances, what better way to celebrate than with a selection of cocktails inspired by the elegance and sophistication of the Bridgerton universe?

Whether you’re hosting a Bridgerton-themed soiree or simply settling in for a cozy night of binge-watching, these curated cocktail recipes are sure to enhance your viewing experience and keep you refreshed as Lady Whistledown spills the tea.

1. The Curiosi-Tea

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As Lady Whistledown spills the tea, indulge in it with the Curiosi-Tea cocktail. Featuring Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, green tea, coconut milk, smoked rosemary, and peach, this complex concoction is served in a striking ceramic bottle inspired by ancient Chinese tea containers.

Ingredients:

  • 1.5oz Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
  • 1.5oz green tea
  • 1.5oz coconut milk
  • 0.5oz rosemary syrup
  • 0.25oz Real Peach Puree
  • Fresh grated ginger

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake well to blend flavors.
  3. Double strain into a coupe glass.
  4. Garnish with a smoked rosemary sprig.

2. The Bitter Duque

The Bitter Duque

Crafted by @risajamesphotography, the Bitter Duque is perfect for episodes where the Bridgerton brothers are causing chaos. Made with Gran Duque d’Alba Solera Gran Reserva Brandy, orange curaçao, and aromatic bitters, this cocktail is a sophisticated indulgence.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Gran Duque d’Alba Solera Gran Reserva Brandy
  • 0.5 oz. orange curaçao
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 2 dashes Peychaud’s bitters

Method:

  1. Stir all ingredients in a mixing vessel with ice.
  2. Strain into a rocks glass over a large piece of ice.
  3. Garnish with lemon peel or a dehydrated lemon wheel.

3. Normandy Flower Calvados Cocktail

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Created by @celine.lopes_, the Normandy Flower Calvados Cocktail offers floral notes reminiscent of leisurely strolls through English gardens. Made with Boulard Calvados VSOP and St Germain Elderflower Liqueur, this cocktail is perfect for embracing the social season.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Boulard Calvados VSOP
  • 0.50 oz St Germain Elderflower Liqueur
  • 0.25 oz fresh Lemon juice
  • 4 oz Tonic water
  • 1 orange peel for garnish

Method:

  1. Add Calvados, St Germain, and lemon juice into a mixing glass with a large ice cube.
  2. Mix well and pour into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  3. Top with tonic water.
  4. Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink and drop it into the glass.

4. Keeper’s Heart Welcome Punch

Welcome Punch

Ideal for a grand ball, the Keeper’s Heart Welcome Punch is a delightful concoction that can be enjoyed by the ton. Made with Keeper’s Heart Irish + American whiskey, cinnamon syrup, lemon juice, orange juice, and black tea, this punch is perfect for entertaining.

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz Keeper’s Heart Irish + American whiskey
  • 2 oz lemon juice
  • 8 oz cinnamon syrup
  • 8 oz orange juice
  • 21 oz unsweetened black tea

Method:

  1. Mix all ingredients in a punch bowl and refrigerate.
  2. Serve in 8-oz cups with a ladle.

5. Drumshanbo Peach Ginger Fizz

Drumshanbo Peach Ginger Fizz

The Peach Ginger Fizz is a refreshing cocktail that “burns for you.” Made with Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, peach, rosemary, lemon juice, and ginger beer, this cocktail is the perfect balance of sweetness and spice.

Ingredients:

  • 3 oz Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
  • 1 Peach
  • 4 Rosemary Sprigs
  • 2 Tbsp Freshly-Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 1 20 oz. Ginger Beer
  • 4 Tbsp. Rosemary Simple Syrup

Method:

  1. Make Rosemary Simple Syrup (boil sugar and water, add rosemary sprigs, let cool).
  2. In a cocktail shaker, add ice, rosemary syrup, lemon juice, ginger beer, and Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin. Shake well.
  3. Pour over ice and garnish with peach slices and rosemary sprigs.

As you prepare to immerse yourself in the world of Bridgerton, these cocktails will undoubtedly add a touch of sophistication and flair to your viewing experience. So, make haste and indulge in these exquisite libations as you await the arrival of Part 1 of Season 3 in May. Cheers to scandal, romance, and the enchanting world of Bridgerton!

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