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The Bottle-O Knows...Enjoying the Outdoors
The Bottle-O Knows...Enjoying the Outdoors
With Summer in full swing, there’s plenty of opportunities to take advantage of entertaining outdoors this February. Nothing says summer like relaxing in a deck chair or enjoying an al fresco picnic, so why not head down to one of our handpicked locations to kick back and watch the world go by. Of course you’ll need some fresh hearty food and drinks on these long hot days, so why not try one of our top summer suggestions to really send summer off with a bang.
And let’s not forget that all important Valentine’s day. Whatever your relationship status, we’ve got you covered with our list of drinks to enjoy.
Kick back in a deckchair or enjoy a picnic at one of the best locations in Australia
Now that you have your drinks sorted and a few meal ideas perfect for Summer, check out the below locations, pull up a deck chair or picnic rug and enjoy.
- Wendy’s Secret Garden, Sydney
- Rippon Lea House and Gardens, Melbourne
- Simpson Falls, Brisbane
- Wiillunga Rose Garden
- Wattamolla, Royal National Park
- Rosalind Park, Bendingo
- Lake Ranfurly, Mildura
- Paddys Ranges State Park, Maryborough
- Shelly Beach, Central Coast
Endless summer drinks list
Negroni
30ml sweet negroni
30ml Bombay Sapphire gin
30ml Campari
Ice
Green Tea and Orange Cooler
30ml SKYY Vodka
2 green tea bags
Agave nectar to taste
1/4 orange sliced
French 75
20 ml Bombay Sapphire gin
12.5ml lemon juice
10ml sugar syrup
Sterling Vineyards Pinot Noir Chardonnay
Watermelon Mojitos
2 watermelon chunks
1 lime
2 teaspoons sugar
30 ml Bundaberg UP rum
Summer picnic meal ideas
Warm lamb salad
500g lean lamb, cut into strips
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 lemon, zested
4 cups baby rocket
400g cannellini beans
½ red onion
4 tomatoes
100g feta
French dressing
Roast carrot and halloumi tacos
1 red capsicum
1 red large onion
4 carrots
1 ½ tablespoons
3 teaspoons ground coriander
8 taco shells
100g halloumi
200g tub natural yogurt
1 teaspoon grated lime rind
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ cup iceberg lettuce
Open prawn sandwiches with anchovy mayonnaise
225g (¾ cup) mayonnaise
4 anchovies, finely chopped
½ garlic clove, finely chopped
Finely grated rind and juice of 1 lemon
8 thick slices seeded sourdough bread
1 baby cos, leaves separated, torn
24 medium cooked king prawns, tails intact
Valentine’s Day
Whether you’re spending the day with your bro, bestie or your special someone we’ve got the perfect drinks list covered for your Valentine’s plans.
Yellowglen Yellow
Best enjoyed on the beach! A long walk at sunset or not, Valentine's al fresco sounds like a good idea to us.
Jacob’s Creek Shiraz
Pair with steak for a meal for one, or two!
XXXX Gold or Pure Blonde Crisp Cider
Bro or bestie, flowers make anyone smile. How about putting a twist on it by creating a drinks bouquet - XXXX Gold for your bro, Pure Blonde Crisp Cider for your bestie.
Whatever meal, drink or location you decide on, The Bottle-O have got your back to ensure you have an absolute scorcher this February!