Summer’s heating up, and so are your group chats. Plans are flying, playlists are building, and the countdown to golden hour hangs is officially on. This season, it’s not about what’s on the menu, it’s about who’s around the table. Because the best nights always start the same way: with your crew showing up exactly as they are. And now? Grant’s Whisky is showing up with them. Whether you’re the planner, the energizer, the smooth talker, or the chill one, there’s a cocktail to match your vibe. Because a drink shouldn’t just taste good. It should feel like you.
Take the planner, every group’s low-key MVP. The one booking the Airbnb, RSVPing to the group dinner, and making sure no one forgets the sunscreen or the speaker. They need something reliable, crisp, and satisfying, a cocktail that works hard without trying too hard. Grant’s Triple Wood delivers a balanced blend of orchard fruit, honeyed sweetness, and just a touch of spice, a drink that does its job so the planner can take a break.
Then there’s the energizer, first one on the dance floor, last one to call it. They’ve got a contagious vibe that somehow turns a quiet hangout into a full-on party. Their cocktail has to keep up, something with zing, lift, and just enough boldness to match the room. Grant’s Triple Wood 12’s vanilla, honey, and spice notes make it the perfect base for big, high-energy flavours that hold their own as the night gets louder.
And we can’t forget the charmer. The friend who’s always in a deep convo with someone new, effortlessly floating between groups, pouring drinks with one hand and compliments with the other. Their cocktail should be smooth, confident, and complex, just like them. That’s where Grant’s Triple Wood shines. Aged longer and crafted with care, it brings richer layers of dried fruit, warm baking spices, and a long, velvety finish, ideal for sipping and socializing, no small talk necessary.
Lastly, there’s the chill on, the grounding force. The one you find perched on the patio, always down to hang but never the center of attention. They need something cool, clean, and calming, a drink too cool to care. The mellow roundness of Grant’s blends beautifully with herbal, citrusy notes to create cocktails easygoing and never boring.
What makes Grant’s so good at showing up for all these personalities? It’s all in the craft. Unlike most whiskies aged in a single cask type, Grant’s uses a Triple Wood process, Virgin Oak for bold spice and structure, American Oak for creamy vanilla smoothness, and Refill Bourbon for gentle sweetness and balance. It’s a layered, harmonious blend that gives every cocktail a solid foundation. It’s smooth enough for your casual nights in, and bold enough to impress even the most discerning whisky fans at your next rooftop party. Plus, Grant’s comes with over 135 years of whisky-making legacy, built on the belief that blending is better, craft and collaboration go hand in hand, and good things are meant to be shared. It’s a whisky made for crews, not solo acts. Which makes it the ultimate wingman for your summer plans.
“At Grant’s, we believe the best drinks are the ones that feel personal, like they were made for you,” says Heidi Smith, Brand Manager at Grant’s Whisky. “So, we created cocktails to match the energy of every friend in the group. Because your drink should show up like you do, with flavour, confidence, and a big personality.”
This summer, don’t settle for the same old spritz. Reach for something that feels more you, and more us. With Grant’s in your glass and your people by your side, there’s no such thing as an ordinary night.
GRANT’S CREW COCKTAILS:
THE GROUP LEADER: GRANT’S CREW DRIVER
The one making dinner reservations while the group’s still debating outfits. They’re the itinerary master, the reservation maker, the reason the squad actually shows up on time. They deserve a cocktail as steady and reliable as they are. Grant’s Triple Wood and orange juice come together to create the ultimate well-balanced, that’s never too much but always just right.
Ingredients:
- 60ml Grant’s Triple Wood
- 30ml Cranberry Juice
- 20ml Pink Grapefruit Syrup
- 20ml Lime
- Garnish: Charred Grapefruit Wedge
How to mix:
- Add Grant’s Whisky, cranberry juice, pink grapefruit syrup & lime juice in a cocktail shaker.
- Shake over ice.
- Pour over ice in an Old-Fashioned glass.
- Garnish with a charred grapefruit wedge.
THE LIFE OF THE PARTY: GRANT’S ESPRESSO MARTINI
Always the last to leave and the first to toast. The one who is always the center of attention, turning every hangout into an event, they need a drink that matches their energy. The Grant’s Espresso Martini with Grant’s Triple Wood 12 and a shot of espresso is smooth, vibrant, and guaranteed to keep the party going all night long.
Ingredients:
- 50ml Grant’s Triple Wood 12
- 25ml Coffee Liqueur
- 25ml Fresh Espresso
- (Optional: Dash of Simple Syrup, if you like it sweet)
- Garnish: Coffee Beans (optional)
How to mix:
- Add Grant’s Triple Wood 12, Coffee Liqueur, Espresso, and Simple Syrup (if using) into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled Martini Glass.
- Garnish with coffee beans for the perfect finish.
THE SMOOTH TALKER: GRANT’S BOLD & COLA
Who needs ice breaker games when you have an ice breaker in your mix? The friend whose charm is effortless and whose jokes land every time. They’ve got stories, style, and a way of making strangers feel like friends. Their drink needs to be as smooth as their delivery, and Grant’s Bold & Cola is just that. Grant’s Bold & Cola is a simple mix of Grant’s Triple Wood 12 and cola, bringing smooth, rich whisky flavours with a classic twist. Perfect for those nights that don’t have a curfew.
Ingredients:
- 50ml Grant’s Triple Wood
- 150ml Cola
- Garnish: Orange Wedge Studded with Cloves
How to mix:
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Pour in Grant’s Triple Wood and top with Cola.
- Stir gently to mix.
- Garnish with a Clove-Studded orange wedge for a festive twist.
THE CHILL ONE: GRANT’S BASIL SMASH
Cool, calm, and effortlessly chill, this cocktail is for the one who sets the vibe without even trying. Grant’s Triple Wood mixes with fresh basil and citrus for a refreshingly laid-back drink that’s as easygoing as the chillest member of the crew. The Grant’s Basil Smash mixes the refreshing taste of fresh basil and citrus with Grant’s Triple Wood for a smooth, crisp drink that’s as chill as they are.[NB1]
Ingredients:
- 60ml Grant’s Triple Wood
- 4-5 Basil Leaves
- 25ml Cucumber Syrup
- 20ml Lime
- Garnish: Basil Leaf
How to mix:
- Add Grant’s Whisky, basil leaves, cucumber syrup & lime juice in a Cocktail Shaker. Muddle it slightly. Shake over Ice.
- Pour over ice in an Old-Fashioned glass.
- Garnish with a basil leaf.
