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Moreish mocktails and cocktails
Edinburgh Evening News
|May 09, 2025
These snazzy serves are right on song for Eurovision parties
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A showy spectacle with glitter, sequins and costume dramas galore, song competitions don't get more colourful than the Eurovision Song Contest - and the Grand Final is perfectly placed for Saturday night soirées.
Gearing up ahead of the 69th edition, with Basel (Switzerland) the host city this year, the world's biggest live music event calls for some fun mocktails to elevate the evening; alongside luxe libations to toast the tremendous talent.
To cater to a myriad of tastes, here's what's winning smiles all round...
MOCKTAILS
1. Shirley Temple
This gold medal-winning pre-mix offers a sweet and zingy taste sensation - and The Drinks Bureau Shirley Temple (4-Pack, 250ml, £12, The Drinks Bureau) is cited as a sophisticated take on the popular classic. Combining juicy cherry, lemon, ginger and bitters, simply pull the tab and pour into a highball glass filled with ice. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
2. Caleño White Coconut Piña Colada
For some cocktail theatre to capture a tropical paradise, Caleño White Coconut Non-Alcoholic Rum (£18, 50cl, Waitrose) is top of our teetotaller's tipple list. Expect smooth and sweet flavours of fresh coconut with subtle notes of vanilla and pineapple.
Here's the recipe to create a carnival vibe to mirror the contest...
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