As the temperatures rise and the sun shines, there's nothing quite like sipping on a refreshing, ice-cold cocktail to beat the summer heat.   

A long cocktail, also known as a long drink, is a type of mixed alcoholic beverage that typically contains a larger amount of non-alcoholic mixer or diluent, resulting in a taller glass and a greater overall volume. 

Long cocktails are often served over ice and are meant to be sipped slowly, allowing the flavours to meld and providing a refreshing and leisurely drinking experience. These drinks are perfect for hot summer days or occasions when you want a more prolonged and relaxed drinking session. 

In contrast, short cocktails or short drinks tend to have a higher concentration of alcohol and are served in smaller glassware. They are designed to deliver a stronger and more concentrated flavour profile, making them well-suited for a quicker and more intense drinking experience, such as aperitifs or after-dinner drinks.

Delicious cocktails require high-quality ingredients. At Frobishers we are soft drinks aficionados with 23 different drinks to choose from. Historically specialising in Fruit Juice, our range of 9 Jubilant Juices make the perfect cocktail mixers, from classics like Orange and Apple, to the more unique Cherry and Bumbleberry Juice. Build a custom box of all your favourites flavours and cocktail ingredients, and have soft drinks delivered to your door on a date of your choice!

If you’ve not made cocktails before, we recommend reading our 15 Essentials For Cocktail Making At Home blog. It’ll give you all the tips and tricks you need to get started including a full shopping list of cocktail-making equipment.

Ready to get mixing? We've compiled a list of the best long cocktails that will keep you cool and refreshed all summer long.

Sea Breeze Cocktail

Easy

Alcohol

No Equipment

Whilst this drink is typically enjoyed in Summer, a Sea Breeze cocktail can definitely be enjoyed all year round, especially if you want to reminisce about the taste of warm summer evenings.

INGREDIENTS

50ml Vodka

100ml Frobishers Cranberry Juice

50ml Frobishers Grapefruit Juice

Slice of lime

METHOD

1.

Half-fill a tall glass with ice then pour in the vodka, cranberry juice and grapefruit juice

2.

Stir gently, then garnish with the lime slice

Bay Breeze Cocktail

Easy

Alcohol

No Equipment

Indulge in the tropical vibes of the Bay Breeze cocktail. Combining vodka, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice, this drink is a refreshing blend of fruity sweetness with a hint of tartness.

INGREDIENTS

50ml Vodka

100ml Frobishers Cranberry Juice

50ml Frobishers Pineapple Juice

Garnish: Lime Wedge

METHOD

Summer Breeze

Easy

Zero Alcohol

Equipment

Capture the essence of a gentle summer breeze with this delightful cocktail. The Summer Breeze cocktail has a harmonious blend of flavours, with a hint of floral sweetness and a touch of tartness, making it the perfect companion for those warm summer evenings.

INGREDIENTS

60ml non-alcoholic vodka

30ml Elderflower Liqueur

45ml Frobishers Cranberry Juice

45ml Frobishers Apple Juice

METHOD

1.

Shake all of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice

2.

Strain into a highball glass with ice

3.

Garnish with a slice of apple

Tequila Sunrise

Easy

Alcohol

No Equipment

Embrace the vibrant colours of a summer morning with the Tequila Sunrise. This iconic cocktail blends tequila, orange juice, and a splash of grenadine syrup, creating a visually stunning drink. Sip on this fruity concoction and let its tropical flavours transport you to a sunny beach destination.

INGREDIENTS

100ml Frobishers Orange Juice

50ml tequila

15ml grenadine syrup

Orange slice and cherry for garnish

Ice cubes

METHOD

1.

Fill a highball glass with ice

2.

Add tequila and orange juice

3.

Slowly pour the grenadine syrup over the back of a spoon to create the sunrise effect

4.

Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry

Elderflower Gin Fizz

Easy

Alcohol

No Equipment

Indulge in the floral elegance of an Elderflower Gin Fizz. With its effervescence and delicate elderflower aroma, this drink offers a light and refreshing twist on the classic gin fizz.

INGREDIENTS

50ml Gin (or alcohol-free gin)

100ml Frobishers Elderflower Spectacular Sparkler

Freshly squeezed lemon juice (around 25ml)

METHOD

San Francisco Cocktail

Easy

Alcohol

Equipment

The San Francisco cocktail is a classic drink that pays homage to the vibrant and eclectic city it is named after. The result is a beautiful crimson-coloured drink that offers a perfect balance of botanical notes from the gin, sweetness from the grenadine, and a hint of citrus from the orange juice.

INGREDIENTS

60ml Vodka

45ml Frobishers Pineapple Juice

45ml Frobishers Orange Juice

15ml Triple Sec

15ml Banana Liqueur

METHOD

1.

Half fill the glass with ice cubes

2.

Directly pour in the vodka, banana liqueur and orange juice

3.

Pour the grenadine syrup which will settle at the bottom of the glass

4.

Decorate with a slice of orange

Singapore Sling Cocktail

More effort

Alcohol

Equipment

Transport yourself to the bustling streets of Singapore with this iconic cocktail. The Singapore Sling is a complex concoction that includes gin, cherry juice, pineapple juice, lime juice, Cointreau, and a dash of grenadine. Served with a cherry garnish, this cocktail offers a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and tropical flavours.

INGREDIENTS

40ml Gin

40ml Frobishers Cherry Juice

60ml Frobishers Pineapple Juice

15ml Lime juice

10ml Cointreau

10ml Grenadine

Garnish: Cherry and pineapple wedge

METHOD

1.

Combine all of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice

2.

Shake hard for 10 - 15 seconds

Rhubarb & Raspberry Collins

Easy

Alcohol

No Equipment

Experience a delightful blend of fruity and tangy flavours with the Rhubarb & Raspberry Collins. With its vibrant pink colour and refreshing taste, it's a perfect choice for those who appreciate a touch of tartness in their summer drinks.

INGREDIENTS

50ml Gin

100ml Frobishers Raspberry & Rhubarb Spectacular Sparkler

25ml Fresh Lemon Juice

Garnish: Fresh Raspberries & a Slice of Rhubarb

METHOD

1.

Pour the gin into a highball or gin glass with ice

2.

Add the Raspberry & Rhubarb Sparkler and lemon juice

3.

Stir to mix

Whether it's the crispness of an Apple & Elderflower Mojito, the tropical paradise of a Tequila Sunrise, or the sparkling elegance of a Raspberry & Rhubarb Gin Fizz, long drinks offer a delightful escape from the heat and a chance to unwind in the most enjoyable way. 

Don’t forget you can build a custom box of delicious soft drinks at Frobishers. Shop Spectacular Sparklers (the perfect Gin Mixers), Jubilant Juices, Sparkling Presses, and Fantastical Fusions and discover your new favourite soft drinks! Long cocktails, with their larger volumes and generous mixers, provide a leisurely and relaxed sipping experience, allowing you to savour the flavours and enjoy the company of friends and loved ones.