This December, discover a range of festive drinks from top mixologists that perfectly capture the seasonal spirit. Whether you prefer cosy, warm concoctions or sparkling, celebratory sips, our selection of festive cocktails will add a touch of magic to your gatherings.
THE YULE MULE by Hutong
A festive twist on a classic vodka mule using the flavours of cinnamon, pear and vanilla combined with vodka, lime and ginger beer. A lovely long cocktail. garnished with iconic Christmas colours and characters! This drink is one of seven created by The Shard to celebrate their record-breaking light switch-on, stunning illumination of the top 20 storeys of the UK’s tallest building.
RED NOSE ZOMBIE created by Laki Kane
We love hosting the team at Laki Kane at Cocktails in the City and each year they surpass themselves, winning Best Cocktail multiple times, so there’s no doubt that they know a thing or two about making a great drink. This one is served, rather fittingly, ON FIRE, to keep you nice and toasty this December and is a heady combination of Bacardi Caribbean Spiced, Wray & Nephew, Maraschino Cherry Liqueur, Sorel Wine, Absinthe, pomegranate syrup, bitters, Re’al mango and citrus.
LOAF & VINE created by Dover Yard
A beautiful festive setting, Dover Yard feels like an upmarket alpine lodge full of natural wood and roaring fires. The team have crafted a highly regarded drinks program with a focus on sustainability and repurposed ingredients. This cocktail, Loaf & Vine, combines Lakes Distillery No.7 alongside repurposed bread and biscuits blended with Rioja wine, Pedro Ximénez sherry, and filtered with banana skins. Delicious!
CHRISTMAS COLADA created by Jean Vital for the Ivy Collection
One of our guest cocktail judges for the past two years, Jean is the cocktail development person for the Ivy Group meaning you can taste his creations at Ivy venues all across the country. This drink is described as a decadent and gourmand, featuring: Santiago de Cuba Carta Rum, Blanca Rum, Smith & Cross Rum, coconut cream, coconut milk , citric blend, white chocolate syrup, pineapple juice, mango juice. Hitting nearly 8,000 serves in the first 10 days and over 3,000 of the non-alcoholic version, we think it might be a winner.
SPICED TREE COLLINS created by Park Chinois
We were recently hosted by Park Chinois and were blown away by the decor and hospitality shown to us by the whole team. A. wonderful seasonal treat, catch one of their amazing cabaret shows downstairs where the action really takes place right at your table. We were impressed by their Spiced Tree Collins made with Perfume Trees Gin from Hong Kong, spiced pear and lengthened with citrus and soda. This drink also comes with a beautiful homemade raspberry tuille.
HOT BUTTERED ZOMBIE created by Gaucho
A smash hit at our September Cocktails in the City, the Gaucho team have taken the festive (and very delicious) style of cocktail, Hot Buttered Rum and added layers of tropical fruits to create a strong and sultry cocktail. All the spirit flavours of a spirit-forward Zombie cut with rich brown butter, pineapple cordial, papaya syrup, zingy falernum and Flor De Cana Rum. We love hot buttered rum and can’t wait to try this one.
What are you planning to drink this festive season?
