It’s Time For A Divine Boozy London Christmas

One of the simple pleasures of Christmas time and the joy of the holiday season is the rest that comes with it. No need to get up early, no rushing off to work for a few days and there is. finally, time to sit and enjoy a very grown-up drink should you wish. Whether your choice is a straight-up glass of something, or a fusion of deliciousness served as a cocktail. Here are some drinks to get you started. Find out more It’s Time For A Divine Boozy London Christmas

Creative direction Jo Phillips. Photography by Samantha Inman @rememberingtobreathe and Mariana Castro Instagram marianacasttroo, Post-production and Films Annie McLaughlin Instagram 4nnieshea

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Fever-Tree Raspberry & with a hint of Rose Lemonade, A floral & zesty sophisticated soft drink crafted by blending spring water with extracts of Sicilian lemons with notes of Scottish raspberry and Mediterranean rose. A delicate blend of the natural flavourings from fresh Provence Roses from France and floral and jammy Damascena roses from Turkey are perfectly balanced by sweet Sicilian lemons for a refreshing, floral lemonade.

Perfectly balanced to be mixed with the finest vodkas or equally delicious as a sophisticated soft drink on its own as a non-alcoholic alternative. Add some non-alcoholic sparkling wine for an extra bit of bling.

Renais Gin is a small batch, of bold and vibrant gin with a distinctive flavour profile, inspired by French winemaking traditions. Renais Gin makes use of salvaged grape skins from Chablis. It makes use of salvaged grape skins collected after pressing for the wine and distilled to create its base spirit. It’s always nice when something that would otherwise go to waste can be put to good use, especially when the outcome is gin. Botanicals include lemon peel, grains of paradise, linden flowers, cubeb berries, rock salt, lime slices, and acacia honey resulting in a softly sweet, zesty, and delicately floral profile.

La Femme Rouge cocktail. 30ml Renais 20ml Sweet Vermouth 15ml Campari 10ml Sour Cherry Molasses 1 dash Cherry Bitters. Add all your ingredients into a mixing glass. Fill to the brim with large chunks of clear, good-quality ice, and stir with the end of a spoon for 20 seconds to chill and dilute.

Rozél: Rosé Vodka Delicate Fruity Blush Vodka. Inspired by the delicately fruity flavours of Provence rosé wine, Rozél Rosé Vodka (produced in Yorkshire) doesn’t just boast a blushing hue, but showcases notes of citrus, stone fruit, and summer berries. Pair it with pink lemonade if you just can’t get enough of the colour. With tasting notes of ripe peach, pink grapefruit peel, and tangy fresh raspberries.

Add 50ml Rozél Vodka to a wine glass filled with ice and top with Fever-Tree Raspberry & Rose Lemonade. Add fresh raspberries to garnish for the perfect summer serve.

The Dubliner Whiskey Liqueur Whiskey & Honeycomb. The Dublin Liberties Distillery is located in the historic Liberties Distillery district in the heart of Dublin. Originally built as a mill in the 17th century, it has evolved into a modern Irish whiskey distillery. The whiskey produced here is made from 100% malted barley and meets the highest quality standards. One of the special bottlings from this distillery is the Honeycomb variant. This whiskey is based on Dublin whiskey and is refined by the addition of honeycomb and caramel flavours. This gives it a sweet and aromatic taste profile.

Fill a highball glass with fresh, chunky ice. Pour in Dubliner, and fresh lime juice and top with ginger beer. Add lime wedges to garnish and stir.

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Mikolasch Single Farm Vodka Batch. Founded in Lviv, Ukraine in 1842 by Juliusz Mikolasch, this is one of the oldest vodka brands in the world. With a focus on highlighting the individual farmers and fields that grow the grain to make the spirit, the result is some of the best vodkas you can find. The front label gives you all the information you need, including the dates of sowing, harvesting, distillation, the farm, and even the farmer’s name. It’s a corn base which provides a silky creaminess, with a hint of soft white pepper on the finish. available at www.thewhiskyexchange.com

Lemon drop: Vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice sugar. Combine all the ingredients with some soda water.

Limoncello Mamma Mia! is made with lemons from the longest-established and most exclusive variety in Italy: il Femminello del Gargano IGP in the Puglia. These extra fresh lemons have been handpicked since 1850 by the same family in Rodi Garganico. Its aroma is the notes of fresh lemon with a slight balsamic and herbaceous aftertaste.

A sweet and citrusy, low-alcohol cocktail that’s great for any occasion: Pour 40 ml of Limoncello Mamma Mia and 50 ml of Prosecco over ice cubes. Add sparkling water or tonic. Stir

A tantalizing cocktail made with Limoncello Mamma Mia, gin, and mandarin juice: Mix Limoncello Mamma Mia, gin, and mandarin juice.

Veuve Clicquot Rose Champagne, with Cooler,  is a reusable cooler that maintains Yellow Label Brut and Rosé Brut champagne at the perfect temperature for up to an hour. Infinitely recyclable, from its tin exterior to its insulation made of 100% sugarcane waste, the handle makes it ready to take anywhere. The Rosé Brut featured here is full-bodied with intense flavours of strawberries and cherries. Veuve Clicquot’s rosé is the expression of Madame Clicquot’s audacious spirit.

Place a few ice cubes in a large wine glass, add one ingredient (grapefruit peel, celery strip or some tea leaves), and finish by pouring Veuve Clicquot.

ADRIATICO Liquore Amaretto, a new generation of Amaretto liqueur. 100% natural ingredients, made in Italy, perfect as an aperitif and with the most elaborate cocktails. Using Apulian almonds exclusively which are Known for their excellent taste, the “Filippo Cea” almond is now being used through a revolutionary process. The drink also contains an Almond extract with a Vanilla note. It is Lactose-free and Vegan and is a Multiple-winning liqueur

50 ml of ADRIATICO Roasted, 1 shot of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 shot of pasteurized white egg, and 3 dashes of Angostura bitters to balance. Dry shake (no ice) all ingredients to emulsify. Add ice to the shaker and shake again. Pour in a Martini glass.  Garnish with a maraschino cherry or a lemon twist

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Madeleine 2.0 cocktail: 4 cl of ADRIATICO Bianco, 8 cl freshly squeezed Ananas, 4 cl Mandarin juice or liquor. Put everything in a shaker with ice cubes  and serve in a Martini glass with a Madeleine

Della Vite; Prosecco Superiore 750, Rich and extra-dry with a highly mineral palette that lingers, Prosecco Superiore DOCG is characterised by hints of crostini and chamomile. Della Vite is a world-class Prosecco brought to you by the Delevingne sisters; Chloe, Poppy and Cara. This is the first joint venture between the sisters, who have shared many of their happiest experiences over a glass of Prosecco.

Blend some chilled champagne with brandy and bitters for a sophisticated champagne cocktail. Garnish with an orange twist to serve

Somrus Coffee Rum Cream Infused with the bold richness of Arabica coffee beans and the smooth warmth of Caribbean rum, Somrus Coffee Rum Cream offers an indulgent escape for coffee lovers. This luxurious liqueur invites you to savour a moment of decadence, blending the comforting familiarity of coffee with a touch of adventure. Each sip is a journey, that takes you from the everyday grind to a place of indulgence and relaxation.

Iced Double Shot Latte cocktail, 1 part Somrus Coffee 3 parts cold brew coffee, combine ingredients in an ice-filled collins style glass and stir.

Cotswolds Cream Liqueur The Cotswolds Distillery sits in the heart of the Cotswold countryside and produces award-winning spirits. Its Cream Liqueur is made by blending fresh Irish cream into Cotswolds Distillery’s own unaged single-malt. Rich and creamy with notes of butterscotch, caramel and vanilla, this is a full-bodied liqueur. Works well in cocktails – think White Russian or it is perfect over ice or try adding a dash to hot chocolate for a bit of a kick

Muddle blackberries in a shaker, then add 2 parts Cotswolds Cream Liqueur, 1 part gin, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Shake with ice and strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a blackberry. 

Maestro Dobel Anejo 100% Agave Tequila is sourced from a single estate and crafted from 100% blue agave, the best of the season. Expert jimadores select only the best agave plants that are harvested right before the rainy season when they have optimum sugar content which gives the Dobel Tequila an exceptional body. Aged in fire-charred American new oak barrels for at least 18 months. The white oak adds sweet, nutty, vanilla flavours and a touch of smokiness. The ageing also adds agave and fruit complexity and depth. Its flavour profile is woody interspersed with sweet, nutty, vanilla flavours and slight notes of agave and fruitiness. Available at  www.house-of-spirits.co.uk

Combine Maestro Dobel Anejo Tequila, agave nectar, and bitters in a rocks glass, add ice, stir, and garnish with an orange peel

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Captain Morgan, Pepsi MAX ®, have come together to create a pre-mix drink. The pairing of these two iconic brands blends Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold’s sweet and spiced notes with the crisp, cool taste of Pepsi Max to create a smooth and delicious flavour in a convenient pre-mixed can, with an ABV of 5%.

The pre-mixed cans are a new, hassle-free way to enjoy a perfectly measured Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold and Pepsi MAX. Serve chilled, or in a glass with ice and lime.

Moët & Chandon Imperial Brut Gift Box, available at Harrods

An elegant colour golden straw yellow with green highlights and a sparkling bouquet. The vibrant intensity of green apple and citrus fruit with the freshness of mineral nuances and white flowers and finally the elegance of blond notes (brioche, cereal, fresh nuts)

Peach Bellini, 1 oz. Peach Puree, 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup (Equal Parts Sugar and Water), 1/4 oz. Aperol, 3 oz. Moët &Chandon. Place all the ingredients in a mixing glass and stir 

Candy Cane Cherry Vodka Liqueur The Bottle Club, Master of Malt

A vibrant and playful twist on traditional vodka, this cherry-infused liqueur is perfect for festive occasions. At 20% ABV, it delivers a sweet, syrupy profile with a candy cane twist that belongs in all your holiday-season cocktails.

¼ cup cherry liqueur/cherry brandy, ⅓ cup vodka, ⅓ cup cherry juice, 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Pour everything into a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds. Strain into glasses.

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