There's nothing that makes us feel more like Christmas than rustling up some Christmas co*cktails, from fizz-based concoctions to a festive twist on classic martinis and negronis, we love them all.
With a bit of more extra time on our hands in the run-up to Christmas this year than usual, it seems the perfect time to perfect your bartending skills before the big day.
Whether it's something simple like mulled wine or festive G+T, or trying your hand at a Winter Manhattan or whisky sour, you're sure to have lots of fun trying with an at-home co*cktail kit.
So check out our round-up of the best Christmas co*cktail recipes and start planning your menu.
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1
Gin and Ginger co*cktail and Christmas Martini
This Gin and Ginger co*cktail is incredibly easy to make but still packs a taste punch.
Recipe here
Or, for a twist on a classic co*cktail, try this Christmas Martini. We know what we'll be drinking come Christmas Eve.
Recipe here
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2
French 75
Gin and champagne, the ultimate celebratory tipple.
Recipe available here
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3
Cranberry and rosemary gin and tonic
Your favourite drink just got a festive upgrade.
Recipe available here
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4
Winter Spritz
With Aperol, Prosecco and orange garnish, this festive co*cktail is perfect for the Christmas party season.
Try this Winter Spritz recipe
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5
Warming Whisky Apple Sour
This fruity recipe uses Naked Grouse whisky, the perfect festive co*cktail alternative for those who don't like anything too sweet.
Try this Naked Grouse apple sour recipe
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6
Mulled Sherry
Rich with spice and orange, this is a lovely alternative to mulled wine.
Try this mulled sherry recipe
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7
Bah Rumbug co*cktail
This warming co*cktail is deliciously festive. Serve with some roasted nuts on the side or a spread of canapés for the full on drinks party experience.
Try this Bah Rumbug co*cktail recipe
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8
Negroni
This classic negroni is the perfect co*cktail for a drinks party. Quick and easy to make, whip up jugs of these for the perfect festive accompaniment to your canapés.
Try Margot Henderson’s negroni recipe
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9
Ferrets Bells co*cktail
This rich and malty co*cktail has a wonderfully sweet, almost maple flavour to it. Serve up at a drinks party for a co*cktail with a difference.
Try this ferrets bells co*cktail recipe
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10
Gin or Vodka Martini
Every drinks party needs a classic co*cktail on hand. Margot Henderson’s martini recipe can be made with either gin or vodka depending on your taste.
Try Margot Henderson’s martini recipe
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11
Bicicletta co*cktail
This is a clever and refreshing drink. Use a cheapish Italian white – the Campari helps the wine along. Serve at a drinks party alongside a selection of canapés.
Try Margot Henderson’s bicicletta co*cktail recipe
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12
Chocolate Bramble co*cktail
This refreshing bramble co*cktail from chocolatier Paul A Young is truly divine. Brambles combined with rich, bittersweet chocolate is a match made in heaven and it’s ideal for a drinks party.
Try Paul A Young’s chocolate bramble co*cktail recipe
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13
Black Velvet Recipe
This is the perfect drink for a Christmas brunch or any time over the festive period.
Try Margot Henderson’s black velvet co*cktail recipe
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14
Champagne Velvet with Blackberry
A jewel-coloured and fabulously fizzy co*cktail to welcome your guests on Christmas morning.
Try our champagne velvet recipe
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15
Chocolate Martini
Smooth and indulgent, this chocolate martini is the perfect celebratory co*cktail.
Try our chocolate martini recipe
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16
Godfrey Salvatore
With a great medley of ingredients, this fresh yet warming cognac co*cktail makes the ideal winter evening tipple.
Try our godfrey co*cktail recipe
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17
Apple Bob co*cktail
The pinch of ground cloves and apple juice make this the perfect hot winter co*cktail to warm your co*ckles after a long walk in the countryside.
Try this apple bob gin co*cktail recipe
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18
Rhubarb Bellini
This prosecco-based drink is light and fruity, perfect for a celebratory brunch.
Try our rhubarb bellini recipe
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19
Kentucky Hot Toddy
The Sweet Vermouth, Sourz apple and the orange bitters combine beautifully with whisky in this winter co*cktail.
Try this Kentucky Hot Toddy recipe
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20
Winter Manhattan co*cktail
This pretty co*cktail served in a martini glass is the perfect accompaniment to mince pies or Christmas bread.
Try this Winter Manhattan co*cktail recipe