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Stage 10 Winner — 2025 Tour de France — The Simon Yates Mocktail

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Alright—Stage 10 goes to Simon Yates, the British climber and Grand Tour specialist, known for his razor-sharp accelerations in the mountains, tactical patience, and deep endurance base. The Simon Yates Mocktail honors his Yorkshire roots, reflects his light-but-punchy riding style, and delivers targeted nutrition for post-climb recovery during a hot Tour stage.

We give it a crisp, cooling profile that hydrates, restores glycogen, and supports anti-inflammatory recovery—perfect for a rider looking to stay fresh for the coming high mountain stages.

The Simon Yates Mocktail

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Stage 10 Winner — 2025 Tour de France — The Simon Yates Mocktail

blackcurrant juice … apple juice … lemon juice … non-alcoholic London dry gin … honey syrup … sea salt … sparkling water …

blackcurrant juice … apple juice … lemon juice … non-alcoholic London dry gin … honey syrup … sea salt … sparkling water …

Stage 10 Winner — 2025 Tour de France — The Simon Yates Mocktail

Tribute to: Simon Yates

Stage 10 Winner – Tour de France 2025
Team: Visma–Lease a Bike


Performance-Driven Features

BenefitIngredient
Antioxidant supportBlackcurrant juice, blackberry garnish (rich in anthocyanins)
Rapid glycogen replenishmentApple juice (fructose + glucose), honey syrup
Vitamin C & immune boostLemon juice, blackcurrant juice
Electrolyte replacementSea salt, sparkling water
HydrationApple juice, sparkling water
Mental clarity & focusThyme sprig, botanical elements from NA London dry gin
Cultural connectionBritish orchard and hedgerow flavors (apple, blackcurrant, thyme)

🌍 Cultural & Personal Inspiration

  • Yorkshire Orchards & Hedgerows – Apple and blackcurrant recall the flavors of Northern England.
  • Climber’s Lightness – A crisp, bright profile mirrors Yates’s nimble, dancing-on-the-pedals style.
  • Punchy Attack – Lemon adds sharpness, like his explosive accelerations in the mountains.
  • Botanical Backbone – NA gin adds a subtle complexity without weighing down the palate.
  • Stage-Race Recovery – Honey and salt restore glycogen and sodium after long, high-altitude efforts.

Mocktail Recipe

Stage 10 Winner — 2025 Tour de France — The Simon Yates Mocktail

Recipe & Instructions: The Simon Yates Mocktail

a crisp, cooling profile that hydrates, restores glycogen, and supports anti-inflammatory recovery

Equipment

Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz blackcurrant juice
  • 1 ½ oz apple juice (fresh for best results)
  • ¾ oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed for best results)
  • 1 oz non-alcoholic London dry gin
  • ½ oz raw honey syrup (1:1 honey + warm water)
  • Pinch sea salt
  • Top sparkling mineral water (2–3 oz)

Garnish

  • Blackberry or blackcurrant skewered with a thin slice of apple
  • Small sprig of thyme

Instructions
 

  • Combine blackcurrant juice, apple juice, lemon juice, NA gin, honey syrup, and sea salt in a shaker with ice.
  • Shake and strain into a stemless wine glass over ice.
  • Top with sparkling water.
  • Garnish with blackberry/blackcurrant, apple slice, and thyme.
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Stage 10 Summary

Stage 10 of the Tour de France 2025, a 165.3km route through the Massif Central with 4,450m of elevation and eight climbs, saw Simon Yates (Visma-Lease a Bike) win his third Tour stage by attacking on the final 3.3km climb in Le Mont-Dore. Ben Healy (EF Education-EasyPost), part of a 29-man breakaway, finished third (+31’’) and claimed the Maillot Jaune, becoming the first Irish overall leader since 1987, 29’’ ahead of Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates-XRG). Lenny Martinez (Bahrain Victorious) secured the polka-dot jersey with KOM points. Despite Visma-Lease a Bike’s attacks and Pogacar’s late surge, matched by Jonas Vingegaard, the breakaway prevailed, with the peloton finishing 4’51’’ behind. The stage, marked by aggressive racing at 50.0 km/h, saw 173 riders start after two withdrawals.

Who’s Simon Yates?

Stage 10 Winner — 2025 Tour de France — The Simon Yates Mocktail

Simon Yates: Rider Profile

  • Nationality: British 🇬🇧
  • Born: August 7, 1992 (Bury, England)
  • Nickname: The Lancashire Climber
  • Specialty: Grand Tours, climbing, stage hunting
  • Current Team (2025): Visma–Lease a Bike

Background

  • Has an identical twin brother, Adam Yates, also a WorldTour professional cyclist
  • Transitioned from the British Cycling track program to road racing in his early career
  • Known for his calm demeanor, tactical patience, and bursts of high-intensity climbing
  • Proud of his Northern English roots, often referencing home when discussing race wins

Career Highlights

  • Giro d’Italia Winner (2025)
  • Giro d’Italia Podium (3rd overall, 2021)
  • Vuelta a España Winner (2018)
  • Multiple Tour de France Stage Wins (including 2025 Stage 10)
  • Multiple Giro d’Italia Stage Wins
  • Tour de France Mountains Classification Contender in multiple years
  • Winner of prestigious one-week races such as Tirreno–Adriatico and Tour of the Alps

Racing Style

  • Explosive Climber – Can launch sharp accelerations on steep gradients
  • Stage Hunter – Tactical in targeting specific mountain stages
  • Aggressive Racer – Will attack from distance when the opportunity is right
  • Durable – Capable of holding form through long Grand Tours

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