Grab your sunnies and put away your woolly hat… spring is just around the corner. As the days get brighter we’re looking forward to celebrating a new season. And what better way than with a cocktail in hand?

Put a spring in your step with our favourite floral and fruity drinks to help you welcome the arrival of warmer weather. Each made with delicately smooth and spicy scotch to delight your palate. Here are the best spring whisky cocktails.

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The Umeshu Highball is a bright, refreshing cocktail that feels perfectly suited to spring. The sweet, plum-like richness of umeshu pairs effortlessly with the smooth, fruity and vanilla notes of The Glenlivet 12 Year Old, creating a light, elegant drink. Simple to make and easy to enjoy, it’s a subtly playful cocktail that captures the fresh, blossoming energy of the season.

Get peachy with a Morning Glory Fizz, a fun, fruity cocktail with a prominent sweetness. This recipe is perfect for cocktail drinkers who want to impress a crowd. Simply flex the recipe to your individual taste and enjoy the drink as you wish.

Spring calls for all the citrusy flavours. And this drink is seriously zesty. The Paper Plane cocktail is relatively new to the scene but is now a staple on many menus. We’ve created our own take with scotch, Aperol and herbal liqueur, topped with a good serving of freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Another drink packed with citrus punch is our very own creation, Small Voice of Calm. This whisky lemon cocktail is wonderfully easy-going made with gently floral chamomile and a zip of lemon juice to spritz up your spring. Garnished with camomile flowers, it’s almost too pretty to drink.

The Whisky Smash is a timeless cocktail, perfect for a warm spring afternoon in the sunshine. This drink blends fresh lemon, sugar and aromatic mint with smooth scotch whisky for a harmonious balance of flavours. Add a touch of zesty sweetness with our Coconut and Lime Smash recipe. With fresh citrus and coconut water, this drink is guaranteed to get you ready for summer.

Nothing is quite as refreshing on a spring day than a ginger beer. Unless it’s a Whisky Mule of course. This spicy, smooth cocktail is both light and warming thanks to the fiery ginger and lime combination. Simple to make, it’s perfect for garden gatherings when you have a crowd to please.

Elderflower is the essence of spring. So why not make a drink out of it? With its light bubbles and delicate floral flavour, the Elderflower Collins is perfect for sipping with friends. Whether you’re enjoying a day at the park or hosting an outdoor garden party, make sure to have this recipe handy.

Our Blackberry Sour recipe is a sweet and tangy twist on the classic whisky sour, perfect for spring soirees. Juicy blackberries add a touch of sweetness, contrasting brilliantly with tart lemon.

The Grapefruit Paloma is a hit with those who love tangy, citrusy flavours. This whisky cocktail blends fresh grapefruit juice, lime, and smooth scotch for a balanced taste that’s both bitter and sweet. Whether you’re looking for a new twist on a classic whisky drink or just want to try something new, the Grapefruit Paloma is a perfect choice.

Put a fruity twist on a classic cocktail with the Peach Old Fashioned. The spring inspired recipe blends the flavours of peach and elderflower with The Glenlivet whisky to create a balanced drink you’ll go back to again and again. Serve up to friends and family to guarantee a few impressed eyebrow raises.

Who said toddies were a winter drink? This icey version is an excellent sipper for spring evenings when you still want those classic warming flavours of seasons past. Make your Cold Toddy with lemon, honey, apple cider and a generous dash of The Glenlivet 12 Year Old.

Get more recipes to make this spring with our array of whisky cocktails featuring The Glenlivet. From fresh flavours to strong and spicy, there’s a drink for everyone. You’ll also find out favourite brunch cocktails as well as our guide to hosting a cocktail party at home.