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Cocktails

Non alcoholic drinks

Margarita

1⁄4 cup tequila

1⁄4 cup cointreau

1⁄3 cup lime juice

12 ice cubes

1.Place tequila, contreau, lime juice and ice cubes into blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush setting, blend until well combined and ice is crushed.

Serve in salt rimmed glasses.

Sunset cooler

11⁄2 cupsauternes

2 cups frozen pears, peeled, cored and diced

1 cup frozen apricots, de-seeded and diced

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1.Place all ingredients in blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush setting, blend until smooth.

TIP:Sauternes is a sweet dessert wine.

TIP:Place diced fruit in a plastic bag and freeze until firm.

Wild thing

1 cup orange juice, chilled

1 punnet strawberries, hulled

1⁄2 teaspoon grated orange rind

1 tablespoon oatmeal

2 large scoops berry sorbet vitari or another frozen fruit based yogurt

1.Place all ingredients into blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush, blend until smooth and thick.

3.Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.

Rockmelon and pineapple frappé

1 cup chopped rockmelon

1 cup canned pineapple pieces

1 cup ice

Mint leaves, to serve

1.Place rockmelon, pineapple and ice into the blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush, blend until all ingredients are crushed and mixture is smooth and thick.

Serve with chopped mint leaves.

Daiquiris

Basic Recipe

Fruit (approximately 1 cup) (see TIP)

1⁄2 cup white spirits (white rum, vodka or kirsch) 1⁄4 cup sugar syrup

1 cup ice

1.Place all ingredients into the blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush, puree until smooth.

TIP:Most fresh fruit and berries can be used, if using frozen fruit defrost before use. Fruit with hard skins or stones must have them removed before pureeing. Large fruit must be diced first.

Frozen sangria

1 cup fruity red wine, chilled

1⁄2 cup cranberry or red grape juice

1⁄2 cuplemon sorbet

1⁄3 cup orange concentrate

1⁄2 cup fresh seedless grapes, frozen

1 cup tinned plums, drained

1.Place all the ingredients in a blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush, blend until smooth.

Pina colada

2 tablespoons white rum

2 tablespoons coconut cream

2 teaspoons sugar

3⁄4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice

10 ice cubes

1.Place all ingredients into blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush, blend until well combined and ice is crushed.

Serve immediately.

Golden orchard

1 cup apple juice

1⁄2 cup thick plain yogurt

10 oz mandarin segments, drained

11⁄2 tablespoons golden syrup

1.Place all ingredients into blender jug.

2.Use Speed 3/Blend, blend until smooth and thick.

3.Pour and serve immediately.

TIP:Try using natural yoghurts with live acidophilus and bifidus cultures. They promote a healthy intestinal system and good digestion.

Fruit cocktail

1 cup pineapple juice

1 banana, peeled and chopped

1 orange, skin and pith removed then quartered

1 cup soda water

2 tablespoons passionfruit pulp

1.Place all ingredients in blender jug except soda and passionfruit.

2.Use Speed 3/Blend, blend until well combined.

3.Stir in passionfruit pulp and soda water and serve immediately in cocktail glasses.

Raspberry, orange and passionfruit frappé

1 baslet fresh raspberries or 2 cups frozen (allow to thaw until just soft)

Juice of 2 oranges Pulp of 2 passionfruits 2 cups ice

1.Place all ingredients into blender jug.

2.Use Speed 2/Mix or ice crush, blend until smooth and well combined.

3.If desired, add honey or sugar to sweeten.

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Breville BBL550XL /A manual Cocktails Non alcoholic drinks
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BBL550XL /A specifications

The Breville BBL550XL/A is a powerful and versatile blending machine designed to meet the needs of both culinary beginners and seasoned chefs. This high-performance blender boasts several innovative features that elevate it above conventional blenders, making it a staple in many kitchens.

One of the standout characteristics of the Breville BBL550XL/A is its impressive motor. With a robust 1,000-watt motor, it can handle everything from smoothies to soups, effortlessly blending even the toughest ingredients. The motor is paired with a uniquely designed blade system that includes a combination of stainless steel blades and a patented "Kinetix" design. This configuration ensures that ingredients are blended efficiently, creating a smooth consistency while incorporating air for a lighter texture.

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The Breville BBL550XL/A also comes equipped with multiple speed settings and pre-programmed functions, catering to a variety of blending tasks. The one-touch programs simplify the blending process, allowing users to create smoothies, frozen drinks, and purees with the touch of a button. For more control, the variable speed dial allows users to adjust blending speeds according to their needs, whether it's for crushing ice or mixing ingredients at a slower pace.

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In conclusion, the Breville BBL550XL/A combines power, versatility, and safety in one sleek package. Its innovative features and advanced technologies make it an ideal choice for anyone looking to elevate their blending experience, whether for daily meal prep or special occasions. This blender not only simplifies the process but also enhances the quality of the final product, making it a worthy investment for any kitchen.
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