Level up - Christmas

The Best Cocktail Snow Globes

Have you seen the yearly craze that goes around at this time of year - the Cocktail Snow globe phenomenon. People around the world jump on the trend and try and make the best mini winter Christmas the...  read more

Tequila….. The New Unexpected Star of Your Festive Cocktails This Year

Not us! While tequila often takes centre stage during poolside parties and beach vacations (hello fellow Margarita!), it's time to rethink its seasonal limitations. This versatile spirit can add a fes...  read more

The Sugar To My Spice Accompaniments To Winter Warmers

Nothing sums up Christmas better than warming winter cocktails. The smells, the tastes, the sensation of toasty warm indulgence create moments to savour. We have provided a little inspiration for acco...  read more

Our Traditional Christmas Cocktail Routine

This is a personal dive into my personal Christmas Day routine, that dates back from when I was a small boy and from when i can remember. Nowadays I usually bring out a special cocktail that I've disc...  read more

6 Top Tips for Making the Best Eggnog

Eggnog is a holiday classic, known for its creamy consistency and rich flavor. It's a drink that evokes warmth and joy, and making the perfect eggnog can enhance your festive celebrations. In this art...  read more

Five of the Best Christmas Cranberry Cocktails

What is it about cranberries that makes them taste so much nicer at Christmas? We can go all year without any interest in these small red berries, but as soon as December hits, they are the fruit of t...  read more

The History of the Snowball Cocktail

Every year we have dreams of a white Christmas, but unfortunately, it doesn’t always work that way. Depending on where you are in the world, you might get rain, wind, maybe scorching hot sunshine, but...  read more

History

All That Glitters… Is This The Best Christmas Party Cocktail?

A few years ago, my sister in law and I sat in our compulsory festive knit, glass of warming mulled wine in one hand, trusty pen in the other, and began to write a list of all the food and drink we ne...  read more

The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Lapland

A week and a half before Christmas and The Travelling Cocktail Drinker could really only visit one destination. The most festive place in the entire world, Lapland is where dreams can come true for ch...  read more

Bars

Christmas-Themed Bars to Bring You Yuletide Joy

On December 5th, a special Home Alone-themed bar will open its doors to the public in Liverpool, UK. This exciting new establishment has been selling tickets to the evening events, in which guests wil...  read more

Bars

The History of Christmas Cocktails

With Christmas on its merry way, we are taking this opportunity to celebrate three of the most popular tipples at the time of year. Whichever one you prefer, it is always interesting to know the histo...  read more

History