Easter cocktail ideas

Rain or shine, cocktails are always a good idea. Host a cocktail hour (or two) at home by shaking up a selection of your favourite tipples, or try something new with our twists on the classics.

• For those with a sweet tooth – and lovers of our iconic Speckled Eggs – try Speckled Egg Martini, made by combining toffee vodka with Irish cream liqueur. The finishing touch? Chopped Speckled Eggs, of course.

• Prefer something brighter? Our zesty take on a Tom Collins features a blend of limoncello with 16 Acres Citrus and Rosemary London Dry Gin for a refreshingly sharp serve.

• Finally, for something refined and perfect after Easter lunch, serve our delicately spiced hot cross bun Old Fashioned, packed with warming notes of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Be the host with the most this Easter with our guide to hosting a cocktail party to remember.

• Set the scene Think fresh, spring vibes: pastel napkins, floral centrepieces, and cheerful glassware. Add some Easter touches like bowls of chocolates and painted eggs. Don’t forget a playlist to keep the atmosphere relaxed and fun.

• Curate your drinks menu Offer a mix of crowd-pleasers and a few twists on the classics. Put together a menu – handwritten or typed – and let your guests choose whatever tickles their fancy.

• Prep in advance Keep things stress-free so you can spend more time with your guests. Make syrups, a coulis, or spiced mixers the day before, chill glasses and spirits, and have garnishes ready to go.

• Add picky bits No drinks party is complete without a selection of iconic M&S picky bits. Set up grazing boards with your favourites – charcuterie, cheese, warm bread – or go all out with an Easter-themed board piled high with hot cross buns, Easter eggs and fresh fruit.

This is an unfortgettable M&S Easter celebration. From adorable character eggs and cocktail ingredients to everything you need for a fuss-free, delicious roast, our Foodhall has all the ingredients for your best Easter weekend yet.