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TIME AT HOME
TOUCH OF SPICE
This unusual gin is flavoured with myrrh (like from the Three Kings) and cascarilla bark. Try in a Negroni or add aromatic spice to a classic G&T. Opihr European edition gin, £26, Amazon
POP A CORK
We are consistently wowed by Aldi’s amazing-value booze. This crisp champers is no exception. At just £12.99 a bottle you barely need an excuse to pop open a bottle! Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut, Aldi
SUP UP FOR A GOOD CAUSE
A collaboration between Freixenet Copestick and Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary ensures 20% of each sale goes to the sanctuary which looks after South African rhinos. Care for Wild Sauvignon Blanc, £8.95, Slurp.
BARGAIN FIZZ WINTER WARMER
An incredible bargain, this full-bodied warming red is just what is called for on chilly winter nights with rich red-berry flavours and a hint of spice. When we saw the price we filled our trolley! Italian Red Blend, £4.99, Aldi
Festive tipples
BOOZE-FREE
A fantastic non-alcoholic option. The wine is fermented before the alcohol is removed. Torres Natureo Muscat de-alcoholised wine, Waitrose & Partners, £5.99
CHRISTMAS CHEERS A sparkling selection of jolly drinks for everyone to enjoy
CHARITABLE FIZZ
FEATURE ROSE FOOKS
With each bottle sold a donation is made to marine conservation charities fighting plastic pollution. Sea Change prosecco, £12.99, Seachangewine.com
IRISH CHARM
SWEET TREAT
Baileys Salted Caramel returns this year. Enjoy over ice or, for an indulgent winter warmer, add a shot to a hot choccy. We’re obsessed! £16, major supermarkets
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This upmarket gin is made by hand and distilled in a medieval copper pot. Flavoured with gunpowder tea and star anise, it has a fresh, spicy flavour. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish gin, £30, Ocado
FRUITY NIP
Lovely hot or cool, this cordial is the taste of Christmas. Robinsons Crushed Apple & Cinnamon, 500ml, £2.49, major supermarkets
