Whether you like them fruity, sweet or spicy - here's 10 cocktails to try in Ipswich that will help you banish the winter blues.

Espresso Martini - Stony Creek Brewing

Stony Creek Brewing make their espresso martini with a shot of fresh coffee, vodka and Kahlua.  It's a seriously tasty drink and great when there's a chill in the air.

Rusty Nail - The Rusty Nail

It's The Rusty Nail's namesake and on this list because of the citrus and spice flavours.  A Rusty Nail cocktail is made with Chivas Regal (12 year), Drambuie and orange stirred over ice until chilled.

French martini - Monte Lane

Evoking feelings of warmth and comfort, the French martini at Monte Lane is a great choice for cooler weather.  This sweet and fruity cocktail, with tangy and tropical elements isn't really French, but that won't stop us from ordering one...

Spicy watermelon margarita - Bakehouse Steakhouse

Made with tequila, Cointreau, chilli and watermelon this spicy watermelon margarita from Bakehouse Steakhouse will keep the cold at bay!

Lemon meringue pie - The Cottage Restaurant

It's a dessert in a glass! With creamy, tangy and citrus flavours, the lemon meringue pie cocktail at The Cottage Restaurant is one to try!

Buzzed bee - Prince Alfred Hotel

A honeycomb flavoured flat white martini is what we'll be ordering this winter from Prince Alfred Hotel.  The buzzed bee cocktail is made using vodka, Baileys Irish cream, espresso coffee and honeycomb syrup.

Passion fruit mojito - Ballistic Springfield

The tropical passion fruit mojito at Ballistic Springfield will have you dreaming of beach days.  The bold flavours come from mint, lime juice and passion fruit - yum. 

Aperol spritz - The Sourdough Crust Co

The Italian wine-based Aperol spritz served at The Sourdough Crust Co will transport you to summertime in Italy.  Made with Aperol, sparkling wine, club soda and fresh orange this fruity and zesty drink will ward off any winter blues.

Sangria - Montezuma's Ipswich

For a drink packed full of fruity goodness (just think of the vitamin C boost) then you can't go past freshly made sangria at Montezuma's Ipswich.  And did we mention on Tuesday nights your first glass is free, when you purchase an adult main meal?  If sangria isn't your style then you can start making your way through the extensive margarita menu, try the strawberry, watermelon, coconut, banana or mango either shaken or frozen.