Drinks
Browse drinks articles and recipes from Food24.
Mango lassi: a refreshing Indian drink that’s the perfect antidote to this summer heat
Summertime in Cape Town brings all my favourite fruits. I’m talking watermelon, berries and, of course, mangoes. But I’ve got...
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3 Cocktail-inspired punches to make your drinks go further when entertaining a crowd
Brought to you by ClemenGold Gin™️ It’s no secret that making cocktails from scratch can be both costly and seriously...
Great tips on how much booze to buy for a party
We’ve all been there: in a moment of generosity (or madness!) you’ve invited a bunch of friends to a catered...
Why homemade iced tea is the ultimate summer drink
Brought to you by Freshpak The summer festive season is in full swing and we can’t think of a better...
The 6 most important bottles to have on your drinks trolley
Keen to make cocktails at home but aren’t sure how to go about stocking your drinks trolley? Don’t worry, we’ve...
Here’s which store-bought ginger beer is the best buy according to the Food24 team
From a subtle sweet ginger note to fiery and robust, we taste-tested 6 different samples of store-bought ginger beer to...
10 local alcohol-free drinks to stock up on this season
We’ve written about the non-alcoholic ‘alcoholic’ drinks trend before, and the movement has become so mainstream that even a festival...
The birth and boom of the G&T
Like many before her, Mary Edith Keyburn was a staunch lover of the G&T. So much so, that when she...
5 ginger beer based cocktails to try this season
Spring has sprung, and with the warmer days fast approaching, we're rounding up our 5 favourite fiery ginger beer based...
Partner content: Why is George’s coffee cup empty?
Experts predict that, currently, 60% of wild coffee species are endangered and 50% of the land used to grow coffee...
Partner content: Raise a mug with Jacobs, L’OR and Douwe Egberts to those who make coffee possible
What would the world be like without coffee? This is a question that Jacobs, L’OR and Douwe Egberts know should...
The history and role of indigenous tea
Mazda’s Made With Soul campaign invites people who are driven by an innate sense of curiosity to share their stories...
The culture of tea making and tea drinking in Limpopo
Harmony: this is the philosophy, known as Jinba-Ittai, that has been driving the creation of every Mazda vehicle for over...
Partner content: Nespresso celebrates coffee culture across the world with the launch of 3 exciting espressos inspired by Paris, Istanbul and Rio
Nespresso is pleased to launch three exciting espressos as part of its World Explorations range, a collection that celebrates coffee...
What exactly is white Port?
When you think of Port, you probably conjure up images of a sweet, deep-red wine with a kick, but did...
Support these local wine and liquor stores
Family-owned and boutique wine and liquor stores took a hard knock with multiple alcohol bans in place over the past...
5 teas that are great for digestion
There’s no doubt that almost everybody loves a good cup of tea! It is loved for its many health benefits...
This is officially the best beer in Africa
Know the name because Live Culture Grand Cru is officially the best craft beer on the continent. This is after...
Viral TikTok trend alert: Espresso orange juice combo
While espresso topped with orange juice might sound like a rather dismal combo to enjoy instead of your normal morning cuppa,...
3 recipe reels we love for festive Easter inspo
Here are three quick and easy how-to recipe reels to follow for a celebratory Easter 2022. Vegan mallow eggs These...
What is the Nero d’Avola grape?
Part of the ongoing conversations around sustainability and climate change involve taking note of crops that are resilient to our...
How to preserve an open bottle of wine
You’ve had a long day at work and decide to treat yourself to a delicious weeknight dinner and, of course,...
First SA retailer to launch its own brand of wine in a can
Wine in a can is nothing new. In fact, local wine producers have been selling wine in this format since...
What is a cacao ceremony?
We know cacao to be the essential ingredient that all chocolate is made from. However, it is also the centre...
Juice up a storm at home with these 4 fresh functional blends
We’re coming in hydrated and healthy in 2022 with these four fresh juice blends. The perfect option for a non-alcoholic...
4 different mocktails you can make with with 1 batch of sugar syrup
One batch of sugar syrup, four beautifully fresh, picture-perfect cocktails to welcome in the new year. Not only are mocktails...
Summer gin vibes: 4 mixers to try that aren’t tonic
While gin and tonic is a classic, gin pairs well with many other flavours. Here are four of our favourites....
5 sparkling wines that cost less than R150
Napoleon, in his wisdom, said something along the lines of sparkling wine being vital for times of victory and necessary...
6 poolside rooibos iced teas for summer
Rooibos iced tea is the perfect non-alcoholic drink for summer – they’re naturally caffeine free, wonderfully hydrating, super refreshing on...
Here’s which store-bought ginger beer is the best buy according to the Food24 team
From a subtle sweet ginger note to fiery and robust, we taste-tested 6 different samples of store-bought ginger beer to...
10 local alcohol-free drinks to stock up on this season
We’ve written about the non-alcoholic ‘alcoholic’ drinks trend before, and the movement has become so mainstream that even a festival...
The birth and boom of the G&T
Like many before her, Mary Edith Keyburn was a staunch lover of the G&T. So much so, that when she...
5 ginger beer based cocktails to try this season
Spring has sprung, and with the warmer days fast approaching, we're rounding up our 5 favourite fiery ginger beer based...
Partner content: Why is George’s coffee cup empty?
Experts predict that, currently, 60% of wild coffee species are endangered and 50% of the land used to grow coffee...
Partner content: Raise a mug with Jacobs, L’OR and Douwe Egberts to those who make coffee possible
What would the world be like without coffee? This is a question that Jacobs, L’OR and Douwe Egberts know should...
