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These no-fuss mini pavlovas are the perfect sweet treat for your next spring gathering. Made with store-bought pavlova bases, dollop cream and seasonal fruit, they’re as pretty as they are easy. Pair with a floral Ink Gin spritz and you’ve got instant garden party magic. This is the ultimate dessert hack to bring the colour (and the compliments) to your table.

Hosting a spring party? This guide has everything you need to throw a beautiful garden gathering — complete with jugs of colourful Ink Gin spritzes, a dreamy olive oil and lemon cake, cheat’s mini pavlovas, and a whimsical floral tablescape. Whether it’s a baby shower, birthday or just an excuse to celebrate the season, discover how to bring the colour to your next afternoon affair with this easy, elegant menu and styling inspiration.

Celebrate the season with three vibrant Ink Gin spritz recipes that are light, bright and ready to pour. From a floral elderflower fizz to a bittersweet orange spritz and a juicy sloe berry fizz, these drinks are made for sunshine, playlists and long afternoons with friends. Style them in jugs, serve over ice, and bring the colour to your next garden party.

Martinis are the moment. But making them one by one? No thanks. Whether you’re hosting a few friends or a full-blown soirée, batching your martinis means more time sipping, less time stirring. The best part? No pre-prep required, you can just batch as you go.  Here’s how we made our martinis for a recent party we hosted – two ways, both dangerously good. The Dirty Martini – with Ink Gin Salty, silky, sometimes filthy. This one’s a crowd favourite. And yes, it works perfectly with Ink Gin! The all natural botanical colour makes it even more beautiful.  For one serve: 60ml Ink Gin 15ml dry vermouth 15ml olive brine (adjust to taste if you like it filthy) Add everything to a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir slowly for 30 seconds until icy cold, then strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a couple of green olives on a skewer – or plop them in straight from the jar if you’re feeling casual. No strainer? Us neither. We forgot our bar kit for this party (oops). But no worries - a slotted spoon over the rim does the trick. You don't need a proper bar kit to make great drinks.     For a crowd: Got a full house? This recipe multiplies beautifully. You can batch 3–4 martinis in one standard mixing glass. To make 4: 240ml Ink Gin 60ml dry vermouth 60ml olive brine Stir with plenty of ice (you'll need to stir 1-2 minutes, until the alcohol is properly diluted), strain, garnish – and serve like the cocktail Queen you are. Top tip: Keep your bottles and glasses in the freezer before mixing for maximum chill and minimum dilution. 🫒 Dirty Martini Batching Cheat Sheet (with Ink Gin) Serves Ink Gin Dry Vermouth Olive Brine 1 60ml 15ml 15ml 2 120ml 30ml 30ml 4 240ml 60ml 60ml 6 360ml 90ml 90ml 8 480ml 120ml 120ml   Pro tip: Always taste before serving – olive brines vary, so adjust to your preferred level of salty sass.   🍋 Lemon Twist Martini – with Ink Art Gin Silky, citrusy and a little bit fancy. This one’s for when you want to impress with minimal effort and maximum flair. Perfect for the more refined palettes, this really lets the gin shine. Don't use a bad gin! For one serve: 60ml Ink Art Gin 15ml dry vermouth Add both to a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir for 30 seconds until icy cold. Strain into a frozen martini glass and garnish with a fresh lemon twist – just peel, twist over the drink to release the oils, and drop it in. No peeler? A sharp knife and steady hand will do just fine. For a crowd: A drier style, perfect for group sipping. To make 4: 240ml Ink Art Gin 60ml dry vermouth Stir over plenty of ice, strain into chilled glasses, garnish with lemon zest, and serve immediately. 🍸 Lemon Martini Batching Cheat Sheet (with Ink Art Gin) Serves Ink Art Gin Dry Vermouth 1 60ml 15ml 2 120ml 30ml 4 240ml 60ml 6 360ml 90ml 8 480ml 120ml   Hosting hack: Pop your martini glasses in the freezer at least an hour before your guests arrive. Icy glass = silky sip. But also, if you don't have freezer space, don't stress. Better to have a martini in a room temperature glass than no martini at all...