Fancy some avocado in your cocktail? I’m being serious. The versatility of avocado knows no bounds. I quite honestly have had avocado in all the ways that you can have it, or so I thought.
June is World Avo Month and honestly avocados deserve to be celebrated. This produce is so hardworking that you can find it spanning across industries. From its use in skincare, to desserts and food, the avocado is very hardworking. Avocados are high in copper, which plays a role in the functioning of special immune cells, like macrophages, neutrophils and monocytes. Copper also enhances the activity of natural killer cells that help to limit the spread of infections in the body.
Avocados are high in biotin, a B-vitamin that helps maintain normal skin functioning. They also contain beta-sitosterol, a bioactive compound that has been shown to have a special effect on immunity. They are also a source of fibre, which is essential for a healthy gut (home to an incredible 65% of your immune system).
It is no wonder avocados have such a large fan-base and they’ve also made an appearance in the craft cocktail movement. If you’re an adventurous foodie, here are some interesting cocktail recipes featuring avocados from the South African Avocado Growers’ Association you can try.
Interesting cocktail recipes featuring avocados
Versatility of this fruit knows no bounds
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Fancy some avocado in your cocktail? I’m being serious. The versatility of avocado knows no bounds. I quite honestly have had avocado in all the ways that you can have it, or so I thought.
June is World Avo Month and honestly avocados deserve to be celebrated. This produce is so hardworking that you can find it spanning across industries. From its use in skincare, to desserts and food, the avocado is very hardworking. Avocados are high in copper, which plays a role in the functioning of special immune cells, like macrophages, neutrophils and monocytes. Copper also enhances the activity of natural killer cells that help to limit the spread of infections in the body.
Avocados are high in biotin, a B-vitamin that helps maintain normal skin functioning. They also contain beta-sitosterol, a bioactive compound that has been shown to have a special effect on immunity. They are also a source of fibre, which is essential for a healthy gut (home to an incredible 65% of your immune system).
It is no wonder avocados have such a large fan-base and they’ve also made an appearance in the craft cocktail movement. If you’re an adventurous foodie, here are some interesting cocktail recipes featuring avocados from the South African Avocado Growers’ Association you can try.
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Avocado Mint Mojito
Makes 4 small glasses
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
Method:
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Frozen Avocado & Pink Grapefruit Margarita
Serves 2
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
Method:
Avocado Martini
A delightful twist on the classic vodka martini, while almost unrecognisable as it’s transformed from the standard clear to opaque green liquid that’s smooth and sweet.
Makes 2
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
Method:
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