As the nights become longer and we start to get into the festive spirit, parties tend to be high on the agenda from now until the new year. Whether it’s a few friends coming over for a catchup, a sit-down dinner with extended family or a full-blown house party, winter seems to bring us together like no other time of year. And for those of us into our food, we enjoy nothing more than spending time curating the perfect menus to keep our guests merry and entertained.
The same goes for what we plan on serving from the drinks cabinet. As a nation we’re collecting interesting bottles of spirits, exploring the world of wine and stocking up on craft beers more than ever before. Keen home mixologists are making flavoured syrups, infused spirits and scouring markets for interesting glassware to serve their creations in. While simple tipples such as a glass of Prosecco or a gin and tonic will always have their place, those of us who are looking to impress now like to push the boat out and serve something a little more memorable.