So so so many wonderful recipes! I have had to buy a physical copy to keep it on hands at all times! Also such a beauty just to look at!

This cocktail book is divided by seasons and offers one recipe for each week of the year.
It promotes Wednesday as the perfect day to enjoy a cocktail and wine down midweek—but not too much, since there's still work the next day!
Highlights:
Vibrant colours
Beautiful photographs showcasing each drink and its glassware
Seasonal syrup recipes and drinks
Overall:
This book is perfect for your home bar or drinks corner and is a great way to start a fun Wednesday night ritual with friends. Cheers to the midweek sip!

Thank you to NetGalley and The Collective Book Studio for providing me with a digital copy in exchange for an honest review.

Although I would not describe myself as a rule follower, I blindly accepted that cocktails were inevitably made with hard liquor. But boy was I wrong! This fabulous collection of 52 wine-based drinks includes all of my favorites, plus many more I've never heard of. Whether you're trying to cut down on your high-octane alcohol consumption, or just looking for creative ways to use up wine or diversify from just glugging it into a goblet, this book is for you. I cannot wait to try these (mainly) easy-to-make cocktails. Arranged seasonally and by month, the recipes are easy to follow. #WednesdayNightWineDown #NetGalley

I love the idea of lower alcohol beverages and this book really delivers on the mixology. Even hubby is enjoying trying them as we work our way through them all!

The cocktails in this book sound delicious and the accompanying pictures make them look very appealing too. My only misgiving is that the book is advertising these as low alcohol, but they're not, they use ordinary spirits and wine. It might have less alcohol than a Long Island Iced Tea but
it's still a proper alcoholic drink, exactly the same as having a glass of wine or a gin and tonic, let's not kid ourselves here.

This book features 52 wine cocktails, divided by season. I had never thought to use wine in cocktails other than a basic white wine spritzer, so this was quite eye opening for me. Most of the cocktails in this book are low ABV, making them a good mid-week drink.
The author starts by presenting the different types of wine and glassware, before moving on to the cocktails themselves, starting with suggestions for spring, one a week from March to May, including smoky wine margarita and instant sangria. Summer (June to August) includes classic drinks like Aperol spritz and Bellini alongside more unusual ones like Red wine spritz and Cantaloupe wine spritzer. Fall (September to November) introduces seasonal flavours like Spiced wine cocktail and Apple cider mimosa. And winter (December to February) brings warmer options like Glogg and Boozy hot chocolate.

Each recipe has information on the recommended type of glass and garnish, ingredients, recipe and serving size, alongside a gorgeous picture of the drink.

A recommended read for those who are looking to vary their drinks.

Thank you to NetGalley and The Collective Book Studio for providing me with a digital copy of this drink in exchange for an honest review.

52 delicious cocktails for spring, summer, fall and winter. In this book you will find great cocktail ideas that you will want to try out straight away. At the beginning of each cocktail recipe there are little anecdotes from the author, which I found very nice.
These recipes are perfect for recreating and enjoying. Whether you want to try mixing cocktails or are already an expert, this book is suitable for everyone.

I really think this is a pretty cool book & perfect for those wine lovers! The book has some really nice photos that accompany the recipes in the book which look wonderful as well. I can't wait to get started trying some of the recipes. In the past I never really thought of using wine for recipes more just to drink a glass here or there so this was a great way to expand on my love of wine.

Wednesday Night Wine-Down has alluring, easy recipes and gorgeous photography. It stays true to its mission start to finish of offering relaxing, low ABV recipes that don't require extensive preparation, or any cooking, or the need to hunt down obscure liqueurs. Some of the drinks are ones I know and love already, and others are very new. But the arrangement by season gives the assortment an easeful rhythm for the colors, flavors and moods of the year. Thank you to NetGalley for the chance to preview this cookbook! It is on my wishlist before its publication.

This was a very good book. It was well-written. It has a wealth of information. I cant wait to try these drinks.

This book features 52 wine cocktails, split by the seasons. They are great for a midweek drink, as they are low on alcohol and perfect for me, as I am already enjoying a drink every Wednesday. I have already tried some of them and plan to try more in the future. The ones I tried tasted good; so far, my favorite was the "Goodnight Kiss", especially because of its visual effect.
Thank you to "The Collective Book Studio" for providing me with this book to review via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Wednesday Night Wine-Down is the third book in the Cheers to the Week series, and I must say I can't wait to dive into the other books as well!

Jennifer Newens does a wonderful job making this book one that I would want to leave out as the photos are stunning, but also making it undaunting as it is broken down by season and then by week. Don't know what to serve at a party? This book would be perfect to pull out and focus on the season you are in, and then select one from the list. The added parts for syrups or bitters sprinkled throughout doesn't force you to flip back and forth but instead are only normally a few pages away, making it easier to plan.

Everything in this book looks so visually stunning, that I would guarantee a guess that they also taste wonderful!

For instance, "Instant Sangria", I as the author, always thought of Sangria for a large crowd. So a single glass sounds wonderful, and again not overwhelming if by chance you don't like what you made. But I for one can't wait to give a few a try!

This is such a great recipe book! I recommend this to anyone that loves drinks and wants to try new ones! It is written in such a well organised way and everything is so easy to understand

Wednesday Night Wine-Down is a visually stunning book of 52 drink recipes. The recipes are displayed in a clear, concise, and visually aesthetic manner, perfect for finding a recipe after a long day. The book includes recipes for a multitude of spirits, as well as sectioned by season. Can’t wait to “Wine-Down” with a cocktail from this book!

There’s a new wine book coming out in May 2025, “Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping.” It’s by Jennifer Newens, and is being published by The Collective Book Studio on May 20, 2025.

Lately I’ve been making a simple Campari or Aperol and soda for a refreshing drink that still feels like a treat. That’s getting pretty boring, so I’m excited to browse through some of the 52 low-alcohol drink recipes in this new book.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for gifting me an advance digital copy of this wine book to preview!

The book begins with an introduction to wine-forward cocktails, and ends with a list of three resources (shops) to help stock your home wine cocktail bar.

The wines recommended for making the cocktails include both dry and sweet, still and sparkling, fortified and not. The author reminds us that making these wine cocktails is a great way to use up the little bits leftover in your wine bottles (although “leftover wine” doesn’t happen often in my house!)

There is one drink recipe for every week of the year here. Sprinkled throughout the book are tips on glassware, Campari vs. Aperol, a note on Pimm’s, and learn how to work with apples and pears.

This attractive, slim 79 page volume is perfect for a hostess gift, birthday present or a housewarming gift.

This cocktail book focuses on cocktails where wine is a component. I really enjoyed this book and found that the cocktails were achievable and most did not rely on an extensive bar. This book really highlighted for me how many classic cocktails utilize wine as a component and changed my perspective on making sure that that I consider the wine just as much a component in the cocktail as I do the rest of the spirits. This would be a great book to give that girl friend that loves her wine but can be known to enjoy a cocktail on occasion. Great Mother's Day gift also! Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the advanced reader copy.

This is a very nice collection of recipes for lower alcohol, wine-forward cocktails. With beautiful photography and recipes grouped by season, it is easy to find just the right cocktail. I appreciate that this book covers the basics (Sangrias, Mimosas) as well as wine-centric takes on classic cocktails (Red Wine Mule, Winecar), and new-to-me creations too.

Thanks to NetGalley and The Collective Book Studio for the ARC.

I absolutely LOVED this book! Wednesday Night Wine-Down makes wine cocktails feel so fun, approachable, and perfect for a midweek treat without going overboard. The recipes are super creative, using wine in ways I never would have thought of—like a Red Wine Margarita or a White Wine Mojito. It’s such a great way to enjoy a little something special without the heaviness of traditional cocktails.

I also appreciated how the book is organized by season, so there’s always something fresh and fitting for the time of year. The drinks feel elevated but still easy to make, and the photography is stunning. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to try every single recipe.

If you enjoy wine but want something more fun and refreshing than just pouring a glass, this is a must-have. It’s perfect for casual nights in, entertaining friends, or just treating yourself midweek. Highly recommend!

I enjoyed this simple recipe book with wine cocktails as a focus. It includes a great forward of short histories of wine cocktails, descriptions and definitions, and basis for wine cocktails as a mid-week drink. I felt like there could be more of this throughout however to accompany the recipes. I love the visuals in the book. The images really make you want to create these lovely drinks. I think the ingredients and drink types were well chosen, diverse, and simple enough for most drinkers to follow. However readers should know this book includes some wines that are considered high alcohol for wine (above 14%), so the low-alcohol subhead may be a bit misleading for those looking for low-alcohol wines. This book would be a great addition for any wine drinker or cocktail lover.

Wednesday Night Wine-Down is the perfect way to unwind midweek with stylish, low-alcohol cocktails that are easy to make and utterly delightful. With 52 seasonal recipes—one for each week of the year—this book takes you on a journey through a year’s worth of creative, flavorful infusions. The best part? These cocktails feature wine, Port, sherry, and vermouth, giving you a lighter way to enjoy your favorite flavors without overdoing it. Whether you're craving a crisp Aperol Spritz or something more adventurous like a Spanish Negroni made with sherry, these recipes offer a delightful mix of classic drinks and original creations, all crafted with seasonal ingredients.

Each recipe in Wednesday Night Wine-Down is designed to be approachable, using widely available wines and spirits to bring you a refreshing cocktail experience every week. With over 50 stunning full-color photographs, you’ll feel inspired to whip up a gorgeous drink to wind down after a long day. From the French Kir to a refreshing White Wine Mojito, this book has something for every taste, and the low-ABV nature of these cocktails ensures you can enjoy them guilt-free. If you’re looking for a new midweek tradition, this book is the perfect companion to elevate your Wednesday night.