Thirsty for a change? So are we.

As a community, we’ve decided that we’re much happier putting our mixology skills to the test by whipping up more interesting and budget-friendly concoctions at home.

Barbie-margs, matcha martinis and frozen strawberry mudslides have all had their share of the limelight and it turns out the more outlandish you can get, the better.

In this age of pleasure-seeking and immediate gratification, it’s no surprise that crazy cocktails are practically taking over the internet, and our experts agree.

“Cocktails are always a vibe, specially in summer,” says Wagner.

“And what’s better than enjoying one in a striking colour, with a unique presentation or in a quirky flavour. My personal favourite is the Baileys Colada – an amazing creation that’s both decadent and delicious.”

And if you’re looking to bring some extra joy to your hosting with a lighter Baileys concoction that tastes just as good as the original, we’d recommend the Baileys Boba Sunrise. It’s fun, it’s bubbly and it’s just the thing to prove you’re the host with the best cocktails up their sleeve.

You’ll need:

70ml Baileys Deliciously Light

30ml Thai tea concentrate

15ml coconut cream

15ml turmeric honey syrup (or any flavoured syrup you can get your hands on)

Ice

Boba pearls

Boba straw

Method:

1. Add the boba pearls to a glass and top with ice

2. Add the Baileys and coconut cream to a shaker with ice and shake

3. Double strain the mixture into the glass and stir in the tea and syrup

4. Garnish with a boba straw and extra boba pearls

“Bold, beautiful and delicious recipes that break every rule are my favourite kind – they’re creativity at its very best,” says TV chef, presenter and founder of Jitterbug.Life and certified health coach, Bola Obileye.

If this creative cocktail doesn’t bring joy to your hosting, we don’t know what will.

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