Pick, shake, sip

1. Orkney Gin Skule Skerry Gin, from £39.90, orkneygincompany.com This hand-crafted New-Western style gin features a unique blend of botanicals inspired by the perfect balance of ingredients in tradit

Serves 1Prep time 1 min EASY SWAPS Replace the lemonade with cola to create kalimotxo – popular in the Basque Country. (Don’t knock it ’til you’ve tried it...) KNOW-HOW In Spain, the brand of gaseosa

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The martini renaissance Stirring it up: Cary Grant ...

For one cocktail, roughly tear 10 mint leaves and add to a cocktail shaker with 10ml sugar syrup and 50ml Bourbon whisky. Add a handful of crushed ice. Churn the mixture with a long spoon for 20-30 se

Part of the joy of a staycation is time to indulge in activities you don’t usually have an opportunity to enjoy. From crafty makes to easy bakes, we’ve lots of ideas for a holiday at home