If you drink cocktails at no other time of the year, Christmas offers the perfect opportunity to get busy with the shaker. No-one will judge you for throwing an impromptu drinks party with even the vaguest of Christmas connections from just after bonfire night, right up to the big day, so what are you waiting for?
And, if you can’t bear to sort through the sticky, half-forgotten bottles of grappa and Metaxa that have been at the back of the cupboard since your summer jaunt to Mykonos, we have the perfect solution. Simply build a box of Edmunds’ ready-to-pour cocktails and get the nibbles in – party prep done!
White Christmas
An Edmunds original! We’ve taken some of our favourite cocktails – White Russian, Eggnog and Piña Colada – as inspiration and have created a new festive favourite – White Christmas – that’s just the thing for a Christmas movie marathon. The vegan Licor 43 Horchata gives this drink an incredibly velvety texture, while Amaretto adds its own distinctive almond flavour. Finishing notes of vanilla and nutmeg provide distinctively festive feel.
Let It Sloe
This cocktail is winter celebration in a glass. A wonderfully festive blend of sloe gin, kumquat liqueur, cranberry and lime makes for a fruity, smooth, and quietly indulgent drink, capturing the dark richness of the hedgerow in every sip. Put another log on the fire, close the curtains and treat yourself to the spirit of Christmas with Let It Sloe.
Berry Bramble
A long-standing seasonal favourite, our Berry Bramble captures the tang of hedgerow fruits like raspberry and blackberry, finished with hints of vanilla and caramelised sugar. This reimagined version of Dick Bradsell’s famous bar cocktail pairs Adnam’s Copper house gin with black raspberry liqueur and fresh lemon juice to create a crowd-pleasing blend that’s perfect for parties.
Espresso Martini
Another Bradsell invention, the Espresso Martini oozes as much cool as its 1980s origins. The perfect intersection between coffee and cocktail, the rich, velvety texture of coffee liqueur and smooth Sapling vodka packs an aromatic punch. A smart choice for intimate parties with friends who appreciate the finer things in life.
Negroni
One of the most iconic cocktails on the bar menu, the Negroni has exemplified sophistication for more than a century. Our bona fide classic version pairs the distinctive bitterness of Campari with the aromatic botanicals of gin – all balanced with the luscious richness of a splash of sweet vermouth. Serve at only the best parties!
