Summer is so close we can almost taste it.

And if, like us, you’re whiling away the last chilly days of spring by planning your sun-soaked days out for the coming months, one of Cork’s most glam brunch and cocktail spots has just unveiled a brand new look with a matching menu.

The River Club at The River Lee Hotel has partnered with Peroni this summer to create a selection of brand-new drinks that will be served on the terrace, starting this Thursday, May 2nd.

New additions include the delicious Sunset Sparkler (Aperol, pink grapefruit juice, prosecco and Peroni Nastro Azzurro) and the refreshing Solstice Serenade (Campari, sweet Vermouth and Peroni Nastro Azzurro). Solstice at The River Club also offers Peroni’s full range of gluten-free and 0.0% options, along with their newest lager, the citrusy Capri Stile.

Let’s do brunch 

Solstice at The River Club will also be home to three exciting brunch events over the summer, taking place on Saturday, June 8th, Saturday, July 13th and Saturday, August 10th – they’ll be serving up their delicious brunch classics with cocktails, ice cream treats and vibey live music.

Created in partnership with Cork’s most innovative florist and long-time collaborator, Fox Flowers, the stunning new décor is inspired by the warm hues of a glorious summer sunset.

Image: Artisan Chronicles

“Clusters of vibrant pink Bougainvillea and lush bursts of greenery evoke memories of continental sunsets and balmy nights, surrounded by the scent of beautiful seasonal florals,” they told us.

“And in preparation for every version of an Irish summer on the horizon, The Terrace can also be transformed into a covered oasis and heated summer hideaway at a moment’s notice.”

Get your bookings in now over here.