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Anna-Bet Stemmet

Senior Writer

Anna-Bet is a seasoned food, wine and lifestyle writer with over a decade’s experience writing about delicious things and the people who make them. She joined The Mixer to share her love of cocktail culture and home entertaining, and as an avid food gardener she weaves sustainability into everything she does—whether it’s experimenting with eco-friendly cocktails, farm-to-fork menu plans, or fermented foods.

Favourite Cocktail: I am a zesty girl, so anything with a bit of citrus in the mix is right up my alley. A classic Paloma is always a treat, and variations on the theme (e.g., the Mezcal Paloma and Pineapple Paloma) also hit the spot.

Best Mixer Tip: The best way to be a good host is to lean into your strengths. Don’t put pressure on yourself by trying out a brand-new dish or cocktail when you are having a lot of people over. Stick to your tried-and-tested recipes, and leave the experiments for occasions when the pressure is off. Also, preparation is key—do as much as you can to get everything ready before your guests arrive, so you are free to enjoy the get-together as well.

Top cocktails Anna-Bet thinks you should make:

5 min Easy

Penicillin Cocktail Recipe

2 min Easy

Champagne Margarita

2 min Easy

Limoncello Spritz

2 min Easy

Mezcal Paloma

2 min Easy

Negroni Sbagliato

Anna-Bet's articles

Black Sesame Cocktails: Nutty, Toasty & On-Trend

Black sesame cocktails feature the warm, nutty flavour of toasted black sesame seeds, blended into syrups, pastes, or infusions for rich and aromatic drinks. They’re used to create modern serves like Black Sesame Martinis, Old Fashioned variations, and espresso cocktails that offer a deep, roasted and contemporary twist. Black sesame has been a rising trend […]

Sarti Cocktails: Your Guide to the Pink Aperitivo

Sarti Rosa is a lively Italian aperitif liqueur with a striking pink color and fresh citrus-led flavour. Ideal for easy home mixing, it works beautifully in spritzes, long drinks, and simple cocktails. Serve it with soda water, tonic, sparkling wine, and with seasonal citrus garnishes. The pretty aperitif steps into the limelight by bringing a […]

Argentinian Cocktails: Classic Drinks from the Heart of South America

Argentinian cocktails combine local ingredients like Malbec and yerba mate with European influences. Popular drinks include Clericó, Cynar Julep, and wine spritzes. This gorgeous mashup has made Buenos Aires home to one of the most vibrant aperitivo cultures outside of Europe. And there’s also a herbal liqueur tradition to top it all off. Here’s […]

Cocktails with Place Names: Discover the Stories Behind the Serves

Ever wondered why there are so many cocktails with place names? From the Manhattan to the Mai Tai, these drinks carry more than flavour; they tell stories. Each one captures a moment in time, a spark of wanderlust, or a slice of culture from somewhere worth remembering. Some were born in luxury hotels or seaside […]

Thanksgiving Batch Cocktails for Cosy Autumn Hosting

Thanksgiving batch cocktails keep your hosting game calm, confident and low effort, which is ideal if you’re joining the growing number of UK households who enjoy the cosy, food-forward vibe of this traditionally American holiday. Mixing drinks in big batches means you can hang out with your guests instead of shaking individual serves all night. One quick prep session, then everyone helps themselves. Easy. Thanksgiving batch […]

How to Drink Bourbon: The Complete Guide

Learning how to drink bourbon can feel a little intimidating if you’re more familiar with Scotch or Irish whisky. There’s also a lot of talk about mash bills, barrel char, proof levels, not to mention tasting notes that sometimes sound like dessert menus. The truth? Bourbon is America’s super-friendly native spirit. It’s versatile too ― […]