Setting up a cocktail garden is easy, fun, and the perfect way to add fresh, homegrown flavours to your drinks all season long! Think about your favourite beverages and what flavours or garnishes make them stand out. Whether you have a small balcony or a spacious backyard, you can create a cocktail garden that suits both your space and your tastes

Zesty Citrus

Citrus are a staple in any cocktail garden. They are extremely versatile, and grow well in containers - making them the ideal choice for those smaller outdoor spaces. Choose a pot of at least 50L, pop them in a sunny spot and water deeply and regularly during summer. Feed with Kings Citrus Food from spring through autumn to enjoy fruitful harvests. We love the tangy, refreshing notes that citrus brings to summer beverages.

Lemons: The sourness of lemon tastes diving in Mojitos and Lemon Drops. We recommend "Yen Ben" or "Lisbon varieties"

Lime: A perfect choice for Margaritas, Mai Thais and Cosmopolitans.

Orange: Freshly squeezed orange juice will elevate an Old Fashioned.

Berry Bliss

Berries are a popular cocktail ingredient for their natural sweetness and vibrant colour. Easy to grow, they thrive in sunny spots with well-draining, slightly acidic soil. For bountiful harvests, feed with Aquaticus Organic Garden Booster. After fruiting, prune back dead and overgrown sections to increase fruit yield and improve plant health for the next season. Harvest your berries, and enjoy both a sweet and tart flavour in your cocktails.

Blueberries: Bursting with natural sweetness, try them in a Blueberry Mojito or use as a garnish.

Raspberries: Freshly picked raspberries add sweet-tart goodness to a Raspberry Snakebite.

Strawberries: These versatile berries can be used as garnish, or muddled into cocktails like Frosés and Strawberry Daiquiris.

Heavenly Herbs

Herbs are the secret ingredient in many cocktails, adding an aromatic touch to your garden. They’re easy to grow in pots, making them conveniently accessible from your kitchen! Most herbs need at least 6 hours of sunlight each day, so choose a sunny spot for your herb garden. Each herb has different watering and care preferences, so check specific requirements before planting. Regular harvesting encourages bushier, more productive growth, giving you a constant supply of fresh herbs to enhance your cocktails.

Sage: With an earthy, slightly peppery taste, sage is fantastic in cocktails like the Sage and Honey Whiskey Sour or Sage Gin Fizz.

Mint: A classic for Mojitos and Mint Juleps, mint adds a cool and refreshing flavour to your cocktails.

Rosemary: This aromatic herb has savoury notes perfect for adding depth to an Old Fashioned or a Lemon and Rosemary Bourbon Sour

Garnish Garnish Garnish

Simple yet impactful, garnishes add the final touch that takes a cocktail to the next level. From cucumber strips to fresh berries, herb sprigs, and even edible flowers, your homegrown cocktail only needs a little garnish to shine. Fresh herbs bring an aromatic touch, while berries and edible flowers add a splash of colour and freshness. Garnishes are the perfect chance to get creative, with your cocktail garden providing endless inspiration.

Edible: Flowers Add colour and elegance with Borage, Nasturtium and Violets.

Berries: Fresh berries will elevate both the aesthetic appeal and the flavour of your cocktails.

Cucumber: For a refreshing and cool twist, consider adding strips of cucumber to your cocktails.

Kings Top Tip

With their easy-care nature and minimal space requirement, herbs make an excellent easy-care gift. They serve as versatile ingredients for various culinary endeavours - including cocktails!