SHOULD YOU MIX

YOUR DRINKS? Internationally, mixologists say wine and spirit mash-ups are going to be big this year (think gin and sparkling wine, or rum with Prosecco). We asked the pros on these pages and the verdict is clear

“I’ve never been a big fan, but I do find an Aperol Spritz forgivable as an apéritif. I believe everyone should drink what makes them happy, as long as we all drink local!” – Pearl Oliver

“No thanks. I’m all for innovation but I think you have to respect the art and discipline of wine and mixology. Mixing the two will alter the flavour notes.” – Athule Kamanga

“There will always be the next new thing to try, including wine sold in tins, but these things don’t last. You can’t go wrong with a great bottle of wine made by an expert, enjoyed as it was intended.” – Joseph Dhafana

“There’s no room for this. Let me have my gin and let me enjoy my wine. Even if it’s one after the other. Just not together!” – Aubrey Ngcungama