This summer marked my first year of sobriety, a milestone I’m incredibly proud of. Like many others, I had grown increasingly interested in a life without alcohol in recent years. The crippling anxiety that followed even a few drinks made the fleeting buzz of a cocktail or cider in the sun simply not worth it. … Read more
It is now the most wonderful time of the year, and it is the perfect time to indulge in a mugful of hot chocolate. Making the perfect brew is incredibly easy with this recipe. Jamie Oliver’s ultimate hot chocolate is simple to make as it takes less than five minutes to prepare a batch of … Read more
Christmas is finally almost here, and if you’re preparing to host, you’ll no doubt have a long list of tasks to complete before your guests arrive for lunch. And with so much to do later on in the day, your morning caffeine fix has never been more important. But rather than grabbing a quick cup … Read more
It’s a classic tipple that’s become a Christmas staple up and down the UK – but this year Bucks Fizz could be missing on the big day. The drink can often be found for just a few pounds on deep supermarket sales going into Christmas but those hoping for a swig of the orange fizz … Read more
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without Baileys. The creamy drink has become a firm favourite in the UK and during the festive season. Seeing as many people are about to start their Christmas shop soon we thought we would test out some of the best Baileys flavours there. In total, we tried six different flavours of … Read more
If you are hoping to enjoy a simple-to-make cocktail during festivities that has a Christmassy twist, then Snowball in Heaven is the perfect concoction. Nigella Lawson has recommended her Snowball in Heaven, which can be made stronger or more gentle in alcohol, depending on what you fancy. “If Christmas isn’t the time for a kitsch … Read more
If you are looking for a drink that is the epitome of festive to share with your loved ones this Christmas, this Santa-inspired cocktail should do the trick. This recipe combines vodka, cranberry juice, and other simple ingredients, for an easy but visually appealing accompaniment to your meal. Creating a delightful, Santa-themed vodka cocktail is … Read more
With the Christmas holiday fast approaching, many people will be entertaining friends and family and these cocktails are the perfect way to get the party started. After all the frantic holiday cooking, gift buying, and travel, what better time to kick back by the fire with a deliciously festive holiday cocktail? Mulled wine, eggnog and Buck’s Fizz … Read more
