Let’s be honest, there’s nothing better than sitting back and cracking open a bottle of bubbly to kick off the Christmas season. Why not up the stakes this year with a wintery twist on the MVP of summertime tipples, Pimm’s.

Equal parts pantry-hacking and lip-smacking, my Christmas Pimm’s Cocktail puts that leftover bottle to good use. You might be thinking this picnic staple is a warm weather-only kind of drink. Think again. The subtle notes of bitter herbs, warming spices and citrus make it the perfect base for a festive drink.

Paired with fiery ginger beer and sweet pomegranate juice, this Christmas Pimm’s Cocktail comes together in minutes. Throw in an aromatic cinnamon stick to bring out all of those delicious festive favours and it’s ready to drink. Merry Pimmsmas.

Christmas Pimm’s Cocktail

Serves 3-4

Total time 5 minutes

150 ml pomegranate juice

500ml ginger beer

200ml Pimm’s

Ice

Cinnamon sticks and pomegranate seeds

Step 1 Pour your pomegranate juice, ginger beer and Pimm’s into a large jug.

Step 2 Add plenty of ice (dealer’s choice).

Step 3 Mix gently.

Step 4 Divide the mixture into glasses.

Step 5 Garnish your cocktails with a few pomegranate seeds and cinnamon sticks.

Step 6 Cheers.

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