Like you need an excuse to raise a glass? Well Christmas festivities will certainly give you that! Whether you’re hosting that winter get together, snuggling on the sofa with a loved one, or going all out for pre-party cocktails, we’ve put together the best festive drinks and spirits to gift and enjoy this Christmas. From peaty whiskies to fancy reds, easy drinkers and tequila that’s perfect for margarita-making, you best make some space in that drinks cabinet!

Disaronno Originale | £19

A wonderful festive drink which is just delicious when poured over ice, the original Disaronno is a delight. Just in time for Christmas this year, they’ve unveiled a cool new look with a bottle design which is taller, lighter and brighter along with bright gold tones and blue accents. You get warm notes of toasted almonds, marzipan and vanilla in every single sip – perfect neat or in an Amaretto Sour – just pair with a dark bourbon spirit for the ultimate Christmas drink. ABV 17%. 50cl for £19 at Tesco, or 1L for £27.25 at Sainsbury’s (£20 with Nectar card).

Pommery Champagne Brut Royal | £33

This is our Champagne of choice for 2026 – Pommery Champagne Brut Royal which is bound to add some French sparkle to your festivities! This elegant, lively fizz is filled with Pommery style finesse, and is beautifully smooth to taste with no hint of dryness. This year, the iconic cuvée of Maison Pommery is enhanced by its incredible packaging, and while the grapes are carefully selected from 40 French villages, the gift box is inspired by Peru with vibrant colours and geometric patterns. ABV 12.5%. Grab yours from Waitrose, Majestic Wine and Amazon.

Sipsmith London Dry Gin | £35

We think this makes a wonderful gift for all fans of London! Quintessentially British, this gorgeous gift box gives a playful nod to the London sights houses in an iconic telephone style gift box. Distilled in London from English barley and 10 beautiful botanicals (all carefully selected) Sipsmith is known for its bold character, fresh citrus, juniper and floral notes. Perfect both to give to a friend or in your drinks cabinet for the annual Christmas get together, it’s a charming gin. ABV 41.6%. Buy it now from Fortnum and Mason.

Shogun Pure English Sake | Gift Set £39.95

How about trying or gifting something a little bit different this Christmas? Shogun Sakes are a journey of discovery with their well balanced, medium-dry drink brewed in small batches in Peckham with just four ingredients – rice, water, yeast and koji. You’ll get fruity notes of green apple as well as pear, plus some creamy hints of praline and cream. If you’re gifting it, well, you’ll definitely want to grab the 70cl bottle which comes with a sleek titanium cup, which has been designed especially to keep the flavours at their purest. For curious foodies and drinkers alike, this is the one! Why not pair this one with roast turkey or pigs in blankets – you’ll be surprised at how well the combo works. ABV 15%, buy it from Amazon.

Portofino Dry Gin | 45 Euros

Transporting you to the Riviera this Christmas, Portofino Dry Gin has a standout bottle which exudes Italian charm! Featuring a whopping 21 botanicals like lemon, lavender, iris, rose and sage alongside the traditional juniper in this super tasty gin, it’s deliciously aromatic, characterful and full of Italian indulgence. ABV 43%. Grab yours here.

Lazzaroni Amaretto | £21.30

Who doesn’t love an Amaretto on the rocks at Christmas? Making both an excellent aperitif and digestif, The Lazzaroni family have producing this for generations and with its almond-rich flavour which is made by infusing real amaretti biscuits, we can’t get enough of it. Perfect to accompany a rich slice of Christmas cake, or as a brilliant gift (it comes in the most gorgeous red festive tin), no Christmas drinks cabinet should be without it. ABV 24%, buy it here.

el Jimador Tequila Blanco | £26.75

For tequila lovers, el Jimador Blanco is a delicious tequila made with 100% blue Weber agave at Mexico’s legendary Casa Herradura. Double distilled and bottled without barrel ageing means you get a crisp, clear finish and a vibrant flavour of sweet citrus with pepper and herbaceous notes. The perfect margarita maker. ABV 38%. Available from Sainsburys.

For the lazier tequila fan, el Jimador pre mixed sparkling tequila cans are also now available in a range of flavours and priced at £30 for 12 cans. Buy from Asda Express or Amazon. ABV 6.5%.

No. 3 London Dry Gin Martini Set | £48

THE perfect gin for cocktails, years of meticulous planning have gone into crafting No. 3 London Dry Gin. From the copper stills in Holland to the constant recipe refinement, it’s been an ongoing process to perfect this spirit. A crisp and refreshing well balanced gin features notes of juniper, citrus and spice and this playful new and exclusive Christmas set invites martini makers to shake and serve their own creations at home. For the perfect Dry Martini, you’ll need 60ml of No. 3 Gin, 10ml Dry Vermouth and 10ml of olive brine. Stir over ice and strain into a chilled glass. Perfection.

El Enemigo’s Gran Enemigo Gualtallary | £55.61

A very special gift for the red wine lover in your life, El Enemigo’s Gran Enemigo Gualtallary 2021 is a standout choice. This highly acclaimed Cabernet Franc comes from one of the highest vineyards in Mendoza. A vintage, made without oak, it’s jammy and juicy with notes of violet and chocolate, cassis berries and cigar – a powerful red which would be a delicious treat with Christmas dinner. Available by the bottle or case at Vinatis.

Maker’s Mark | £23

With a festive twist on the Bourbon classic, this limited edition bottle of Maker’s Mark includes a collectable stamp inspired label, celebrating the brand’s home in Kentucky. Still hand-dipped in its signature red wax seal, it really looks the part as the perfect gift to hand over this Christmas. Bringing an elevated and more personal feel to present giving this year, Maker’s Mark have gone that extra mile to make it feel a bit more special and it shows. This smooth bourbon has delicious notes of vanilla, caramel and dashes of juicy cherry which makes it the perfect partner with a late night Christmas movie on the sofa, or to sip with friends. If you’re an Old Fashioned fan, it tastes great with a splash of Angostura. ABV 45% available from Amazon, Tesco and The Whisky Exchange.

Gusbourne Festive Gift Sets

 

Award-winning wine producer Gusbourne really comes into its own at Christmas with some gorgeous gifts which make the perfect present for a sparkling wine fan. There’s the Gusbourne Classic Gift Set which comes with a bottle of Gusbourne Brut Reserve 2022 from Appledore in Kent, alongside two tulip-shaped glasses which have been beautifully designed to especially capture the aroma and flavour of the wine. The Gusbourne Christmas Pair celebrates two distinctive expressions from the estate including Gusbourne Brut Reserve 2022 and Gusbourne Rose 2020, and the Gusbourne Complete Christmas for festive entertaining offers up a wine for every step of the celebrations with five bottles and an extra complimentary bottle this year. You can also gift experiences and tours. Hand harvesting all its own grapes, all of Gusbourne’s wines are vintage only. A very special wine. See and shop the Christmas collection here.

James May Mustard Gin |

We’d never tried a mustard gin before now and we’re so glad we did! James May’s collection of flavoured gins are really something quite special and Christmas is the perfect excuse to experiment. Inspired by the US’ love of fast food, you get hot dog mustard, dill pickle and sun-dried tomato in every sip with a slight bit of heat. Having to alter the distillation process to deal with the mustard seed means you might get some cloudiness in the bottle which disappears when shaking. You could mix it into some cocktails but to be honest, we just loved sipping it on its own. ABV 40%. Buy it here and check out James May’s other delicious gins.

Silent Pool Gin | £44

Silent Pool Gin comes from the Surrey Hills – a former delapidated farm turned sustainable distillery right next to fresh water source. Hand-crafted and multi-layered, there’s been a lot of testing involved to create the perfect harmony of luxurious complex flavours with each of its 24 botanicals working together and in turn enhancing the taste.  Silent Pool’s range of bottles are absolutely stunning in design and while you’ll get that unmistakable hit of juniper, there’s plenty of earthy pepper on the nose and a citrus hit, with floral notes of lavender to taste, along with a hint of honey and pear and a spicy finish. 43% ABV, buy it here from Silent Pool Distillers.

Jam Shed Dark Jam Rich Red Blend |£9.50

Rich and full bodied, layered with flavour, reasonably priced and good to share, Jam Shed Dark Jam Rich Red Blend is subtly sweet with juicy blackberry, cherry and dark fruit. This Australian beaut is great with a nice medium steak and has a nice smooth finish. Buy it here.

For more gifting ideas, check out our Ultimate Christmas Guide here.

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