Great British Food - Christmas 2025

Gather loved ones and raise a glass with our pick of the season’s best tipples CHEERS TO CHRISTMAS! Circumstance Organic Single Grain Rye Whisky Sometimes, when the chill has thoroughly taken up residency in your bones, only a whisky will do – and Circumstance Organic Single Grain Rye Whisky is a just the ticket. It’s made with 51% malted rye and 49% malted barley and fermented for 14 days using a mead yeast before being aged in an ex tawny port cask, and this attention to detail makes it extra special. With notes of toasted almonds, dried apricots, dried figs, black pepper, mace and cinnamon, it’s best enjoyed in front of a roaring fire. RRP £48.67. circumstancedistillery.com Bellamie Cherry Liqueur Every day during the festive period brings an opportunity for an aperitif – in fact, we actively encourage taking a moment to sit, relax, and take your time to sup on something delicious, and we love Bellamie Cherry Liqueur for bringing a touch of glamour to these moments. Elegant yet decadently rich, it packs a ripe cherry punch and delicious served on the rocks, within a spritz, or as a showstopper ingredient in a seasonal cocktail – either in a luxurious solo moment or relished with friends. RRP £34. bellamieaperitif.com Lyme Bay Fruit Cake Liqueur We’ve all been there. You fancy a little snifter of something deliciously festive but just don’t have any room left after the feasting that’s gone before... Thankfully, Lyme Bay has come to the rescue with this truly delicious Fruit Cake Liqueur, just perfect for sipping by the fireside pre- or post-nap or to ramp up the festivities when loved ones have come to visit. Rich in nostalgia and luxury, it’s an indulgent blend of brandy with notes of raisins, damsons, figs and elderberries. RRP £14.99. lymebaywinery.co.uk Luscombe Mulled Winter Warmer If you’re looking for a drink to warm your cockles without any alcohol, this is your answer. Deliciously well-rounded thanks to its tart cherry juice and tangy hibiscus, Luscombe’s Mulled Winter Warmer is expertly spiced with a cosy blend of cinnamon cloves and nutmeg. Consider it an easy alcohol-free alternative to mulled wine – it can be enjoyed hot as well as cold; simply warm it in a saucepan and serve with a slice of fresh orange. RRP £3.95. luscombe.co.uk seasn DARK When temperatures dip, we all seek out drinks that offer a bit of extra warming body to help warm us up from the inside out – so Team GBF were delighted to discover seasn, a game-changing non- alcoholic bitters that transforms your favourite cocktails into masterpieces, instantly. At this time of the year we love DARK with its rich and spicy notes of kola nut, smoked cherrywood, umami, star anise and cinnamon, and have been adding three dashes to whisky- based cocktails for optimum festive joy. RRP £14.99. seasnyourdrinks.com Belvoir Farm Ginger Cordial A warming workhorse is worth its weight in gold come the festive season – when the fridge and larder are packed, delicious versatility is a true luxury. We adore Belvoir Farm’s Ginger Cordial – this award-winning drink is for ginger lovers, packed as it is with fresh root ginger and pressed ginger juice for a fiery kick. It’s delicious served simply with sparkling water for an authentic ginger beer or hot water for a spicy toddy; or use it to add warmth to your favourite winter cocktail recipes like a Moscow Mule. RRP £4. belvoirfarm.co.uk greatbr i t i shfoodawards.com 40 SHOPP ING | DRINKS