Survival Cocktails for the Festive Season

Ah, the festive season: the time of year when your diary is fuller than Santa’s sack, your fridge is a battlefield of leftovers, and your patience is tested by questionable Christmas cracker jokes. But fear not—Gattertop Drinks has your survival guide, one cocktail at a time. Whether you're hosting, toasting, or just coasting through the season, these premium concoctions will ensure you make it to January with spirits high (pun intended).

Christmas Eve Elegance: The Orchard Negroni

Picture this: you, a roaring fire, and a perfectly balanced Negroni in hand. This sophisticated twist on the classic cocktail uses Damson Nº12 and Botanic Nº7 to bring orchard flavours to your glass. It’s the liquid equivalent of wrapping yourself in a weighted blanket of luxury.

Ingredients

• 25ml Damson Nº12
• 25ml Botanic Nº7
• 35ml Vermouth

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in a stirring jug filled with ice.
2. Stir for 10 seconds (set a timer—it’s worth the precision).
3. Pour into a glass with fresh ice and garnish with a slice of orange.

Pro Tip: Sip slowly. It’s a moment of calm before the festive storm.

Christmas Day Celebration: The Damson Royale

It’s not Christmas without some sparkle, and the Damson Royale delivers just that. Jewel-toned and effortlessly elegant, this cocktail pairs the fruity richness of Damson Nº12 with the fizz of English sparkling wine. Cheers to good taste!

Ingredients

• 25ml Damson Nº12
• English sparkling wine

Method

1. Pour a generous measure of Damson Nº12 into your fanciest flute.
2. Top with chilled English sparkling wine.
3. Stir gently and serve.

Pro Tip: The sparkle isn't just in the wine—it’s in the memories you’ll make with this in hand.

Boxing Day Revival: The Bloody Mary

After the indulgence of Christmas Day, a Bloody Mary is less of a cocktail and more of a public service. Gattertop’s take on this classic uses Vodka Nº1 for a clean, herbal kick. Pair it with Longbottom & Co’s lightly spiced tomato juice mixer, and you're back in action.

Ingredients

• 50ml Vodka Nº1
• Longbottom & Co light spiced tomato juice
• A slice of lemon and a sprig of dill

Method

1. Fill a glass with ice and pour in Vodka Nº1 and tomato juice mixer.
2. Garnish with a slice of lemon and dill for flair.
3. Add tabasco to taste—but don’t go overboard (unless you like to live dangerously).

Pro Tip: Pair it with leftover turkey sandwiches for the full Boxing Day experience.

New Year’s Sophistication: The Naked Martini

Let’s end the year on a high note. There’s nothing cleaner, crisper, or more effortlessly chic than Vodka Nº1 straight from the freezer. Call it a Naked Martini if you like, but the simplicity is the real showstopper.

Ingredients

• Vodka Nº1

Method

1. Remove Vodka Nº1 from the freezer.
2. Pour into your most elegant glass.
3. Sip and repeat.

Pro Tip: Keep it simple, keep it classy, and keep your head clearer than last year’s resolutions.

With these cocktails in your arsenal, you'll not only survive the festive season—you’ll thrive. Whether it’s a quiet evening by the fire or a New Year’s bash, Gattertop Drinks has you covered from first sip to last. Cheers!