sugar syrup is simply equal parts sugar and water, heated until the sugar is dissolved, then cooled. Note

Alize is an alcoholic beverage available at most liquor stores Note

Sip on a glass of non-alcoholic goodness thanks to this refreshing mocktail recipe, which is a tasty combination of grenadine, grapefruit juice, lime juice and soda water.

Fuel up your body and power through the winter with this delicious, health-boosting smoothie by Megan May

For a thicker smoothie, use a frozen banana. Try vanilla ice-cream instead of yogurt. Note

Replace strawberries with frozen cranberries. Note

Mexican food is hot, hot, hot! Surrender to its exotic flavours – sweet, sharp, smoky, hot, fragrant and fruity, sometimes all together on the one plate

Mexican food is hot, hot, hot! Surrender to its exotic flavours – sweet, sharp, smoky, hot, fragrant and fruity, sometimes all together on the one plate

Simple and so effective. Keep a supply of straws on hand in the kitchen – cooking is thirsty work!

You need two limes for this recipe. You can buy cinnamon sugar from most supermarkets or make your own. Combine 1 tablespoon caster (superfine) sugar with a pinch of ground cinnamon. You can buy sugar syrup from liquor stores or make your own. Stir 1 cup (220g) caster (superfine) sugar with 1 cup (250ml) water […]

Cool, refreshing and zesty, this tasty crushed ice drink is perfect for a hot Summer's day.

Refrigerate all ingredients before making the juice.Serve the juice within 30 minutes of making. Note

After eight hot chocolate

Using frozen fruit in cocktails eliminates the need to add ice. Note

You can use regular or lactose-free milk instead. Note

This thick, creamy and utterly delicious watermelon and berry frappe is a great way to start your day, or to reach for as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Naturally sweet and enlivened by a shot of lime.

The daiquiri was created in a small Cuban town of the same name by an American engineer, who combined the local spirit (rum) with native limes to make the ultimate pick-me-up after a hot day in the iron mines.

Don't wait until your next trip to a tropical island to enjoy this classic cocktail. Just 5 minutes' preparation will have you imagining you're already there.

One of the true classics from cocktail history, a Tom Collins is a gin based cocktail spiked with lemon, sweetened with sugar and finished off with a maraschino cherry.

Indian chai is a milky tea flavoured with various spices that has become increasingly popular throughout the world. The spices used vary from region to region and we think this recipe has the perfect, fragrant balance.

Blood orange adds greater depth as well as sweetness to a classic margarita.

You need to buy a 1.5kg piece of watermelon to get the amount of chopped watermelon needed for this recipe. Note

Almond milk is a delicious, refreshing and unique drink.

Celebrate with this tall cocktail in style. Perfect for a hot day in the sun.

The combination of peanut butter and jelly or jam is unbeatable, but not always the healthiest option. We've swapped a few ingredients for healthier alternatives in this nutritious and filling smoothie. It tastes great and is good for you!

Celebrate summer with this refreshing, delicious cocktail.

A sophisticated punch that's loaded with flavour and not overly sweet, this pomegranate punch is perfect for a lunch or cocktail party.

The chilli-infused vodka is also very good with lemonade and crushed coriander roots. Chilli-infused vodka can be made up to 1 month ahead. Watermelon juice separates on standing so this recipe is best made close to serving. For a quick cocktail, replace the sugar syrup and soda water with 2 cups (500ml) lemonade. Note

A lassi is a popular yoghurt based drink in the Indian subcontinent. You can vary the fruit according to the season and your preference and sweeten with honey if you prefer.

Champagne adds sparkle to a traditional brandy, orange liqueur and lemon juice side-bar. We used cointreau for this recipe but you could use any orange-flavoured liqueur you like.

A refreshing and delicious non-alcoholic tipple, spiced lemon tea is perfect for serving at a lunch party.

This cocktail will take you to the beach with it's tropical colours and breezy flavours.

You could add white rum to this delicious passionfruit sparkler to make a refreshing party punch if you like.

A creamy and tropical Bounty cocktail from Australian Women's Weekly.

Cranberry and lime cocktail, berry recipe, brought to you by Australian Women's Weekly

We used a green-skinned apple here, but any variety is suitable for this drink. Note

This classic cocktail is snazzy and iconic as it is constantly referenced in pop culture. Bring a little of that suave to your next cocktail party, or even for a cozy stay-at-home drink with a friend or partner.

This refreshing smoothie is wonderfully fruity, naturally sweet and packed full of nutrients to fuel you for the day. Enjoy as a drink, as a quick breakfast, or a light snack on a warm Summer's day.

Bright, fruity and packed with flavour, raspberry and orange cordial is a great base for a refreshing soft drink or used as a mixer for vodka or white rum.

This bright juice is refreshing and packs a nutritional punch.

You can buy sugar syrup from liquor stores or make your own. Stir 1 cup (220g) caster (superfine) sugar with 1 cup (250ml) water in small saucepan, over low heat, until sugar dissolves. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, without stirring, 5 minutes. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature. Store in […]

What a refreshing way to hydrate and contribute to your five-a-day target. You can experiment with all sorts of fruit, and mint goes with just about anything.

Packed with long-lasting energy thanks to the added cereal, high-fibre berry yoghurt smoothies make a great breakfast.

This recipe is dairy-free. Note

For a super-chilled summery smoothie, freeze the chopped banana and the mango overnight before blending.

When in season, use blood oranges. Note

Caipiroska is a variation of the “caipirinha”, regarded as Brazil’s national cocktail. The caipirinha is made with cachaça (made from sugarcane that’s fermented and distilled), plus sugar and lime. Caipiroska uses vodka instead of cachaça. Note

More than just a drink, this luscious hot chocolate spiked with liqueur and topped with Maltesers is a dessert in its own right.

These fresh, citrus cordials make lovely, simple gifts at Christmas time, as well as an excellent pantry staple.

Celebrate summer with this classic cocktail with a tropical twist.

Frangelico adds a nutty depth to this divine vanilla martini. You can use another hazelnut liqueur if you prefer.

Delight your guests at your next dinner party with these easy, sophisticated cocktails.

Sit down and enjoy a steaming mug of this wonderfully spiced and sweet chai, by Australian Women's Weekly. You'll soon see why this Indian classic has gained worldwide popularity.

You can buy sugar syrup from liquor stores or make your own. Note

Apple adds a freshness and crisp, green flavour to a classic martini recipe.

The lime syrup will keep in the fridge for up to two months. Add a few drops of green food colouring to the syrup, if you like. Note

Use a vegetable peeler to thinly slice the cucumber lengthways. Note