These days, bloody marys can be made from all sorts of spirits — vodka, gin, tequila and vermouth varieties are on boozy brunch menus all over. But few have cottoned on to the Bloody Rosé Mary. 

For those not familiar with the classic paloma, think of it as a slightly more bitter and savoury version of a margarita (as it employs the sour notes of grapefruit rather than lime). And, that’s exactly what make the addition of rosé so good. 

It’s official: watermelon cocktails are so hot right now. They are light and naturally sweet — truly ideal for summer. But when you add a slightly savoury rosé like Maison No. 9 into the mix, you get a more refined drink. 

Do we go for a red or white sangria? Screw it, make it a rosé jug instead. While red wine can be too full-on if you’re drinking during the day, and white can lack the guts you want from a sangria, rosé allows you to strike a red-hot balance.