We cannot think of anything more refreshing than this gin cocktail jug. It is perfect for lazy days next to the pool or spending time with friends and family in the garden this summer!

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: None

Total time: 10 minutes

Makes about 1.2litres

INGREDIENTS

30ml (2 Tbsp) brown sugar

Zest of 3 oranges

2 rosemary stalks, picked

180ml (3/4 cup) Smiths Citrus Gin

250ml (1 cup) freshly-squeezed orange juice

750ml (3 cups) pink tonic water

Orange slices, to garnish

Fresh rosemary stalks, to garnish

Ice

METHOD

Use extra-large ice trays and fill them up with water. Add the zest of 1 orange to the ice tray cubes, together with a few fresh rosemary leaves. Freeze until needed.

Using a pestle and mortar, grind the brown sugar, zest of 2 oranges and 2 rosemary stalks, until you have a smooth paste.

Combine the paste with the Smiths Citrus Gin, fresh orange juice and pink tonic water.

Give the cocktail a slight stir and enjoy.