All aboard and wet your whistle with this little beauty inspired by a love of Brum

The awesome mixologists from 1565 Bar & Terrace at Park Regis Birmingham have created a unique new range of signature cocktails inspired by a love of Birmingham. From our glorious canals and rich history of chocolate to Ozzy the Bull at New Street Station, the new menu pays tribute to Brum’s most iconic spots.

So, from Platform One, why not check out this cheeky tequila-based number, with orange and fresh strawberry puree. But don’t go off the rails and get too carried away – always enjoy responsibly. Toot toot…

Ingredients

• 50ml Tequila Reposado
• 15ml Cointreau
• 15ml Simple syrup
• Freshly squeezed lime
• Strawberry puree
For the garnish you’ll need crushed strawberry powder, sugar and a strawberry

Method

Using a pint glass and a cocktail shaker, fill pint glass two-thirds with ice. Add all ingredients, cover with cocktail shaker and shake until mixed and smooth.
Create a mix of crushed strawberry powder with fine sugar. Dampen the rim of a short glass with lime juice and dip into the powder and sugar mix to cover the rim
Carefully pour the cocktail mix into the short glass using a strainer.
Make a single cut into a whole strawberry and add onto the rim as garnish