We’re of course extremely biased, but there’s nowhere quite like our wonderful capital city at Christmas. The West End is lit up with twinkly lights and busy with shoppers stocking up on presents; there are ice rinks and Christmas markets seemingly popping up everywhere; and you’re never more than a few metres away from a vat of mulled wine (or perhaps less excitingly… Mariah Carey’s dulcet tones). But the absolute best place in the world at Christmas? The great British pub, of course! And at Cubitt House, ours are particularly cosy at this time of year – even if we do say so ourselves.
Where to go for the best Christmas drinks in London
Picture the scene: it’s a crisp, cold evening and it’s blowing a gale, but then you spot the name of your favourite pub. Once inside, you’re greeted by a blast of warm air, as you peel off your layers and find a comfy spot to perch near a blazing fireplace. Within minutes, your friends have joined you, and you’re debating whether you need more than one bar snack per person and arguing over who should get the first round. The staff are friendly, the atmosphere is relaxed and the drinks are flowing. In the words of Slade, “It’s Christmassssss”.
And of course, we’re not just talking about our usual (amazing) offering of craft ales, cool bottles of wine, classic cocktails and phenomenal grub. At Christmas, we go all out, with a festive drinks menu to match. Our seasonal libations span everything from bubbles to mulled drinks, seasonal cocktails to festive spirits, with a selection of non-alcoholic wines to ensure that non-drinkers are able to enjoy themselves appropriately, too. Everyone’s welcome here.
Festive Drinks at Cubitt House
Highlights from our festive menu include the Gusbourne Blanc de Blancs, an English sparkling wine from Kent, which has classic Chardonnay aromas of green apple and citrus, combined with mineral notes and a buttery finish, alongside the magnum of Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve Champagne, perfect with a dozen oysters.
It wouldn’t be Christmas without mulled wine, and of course, we’re doing our own elevated take on it, with a house blend of festive spices, and the option to order an entire kettle of it. Combine it with a rich cheese-based dish and you’re in Christmas heaven. We’ve also got an amazing chaser for after dinner too, Festive Tiramisu Shots, a decadent blend of Cazcabel Coffee, tequila, Tosolini Amaretto Saliza and Baileys Irish cream. It’s how all meals should end at this time of year.
We’re known for our margaritas (and especially the Blood Orange Margarita at The Orange), so at Christmas we’ve done a new festive take on it, with a Spiced Margarita made of Cazcabel Blanco, lime juice, cranberry juice, Alma Finca and homemade festive syrup. The salty, smoky flavour profile pairs perfectly with red meat – just make sure you choose an indulgent dish to match the drink’s meatiness. We’ve also put a similar spin on our Old Fashioned, infusing it with maple syrup and plum bitters, while our Festive Bellini is the perfect toasting tipple with its blend of Prosecco, Hayman’s Sloe Gin and lemon.
Christmas tipples made for sharing
Big groups might want to take advantage of our Wine or Beer Feasts, which pull together six bottles of our favourite wines for the season, including fizz, whites and reds (there’s even a magnum option), or 20 bottles of mixed craft beers, including Lo and No options. Why? Because sometimes it’s just good maths to get more booze.
Why choose Cubitt House this Christmas?
Drinks aside, there are plenty of other reasons to choose Cubitt House for your Christmas drinks. As well as our pub spaces, we’ve also got plenty of private dining rooms of varying sizes for hire, if the occasion requires something a little more organised. There are the glamorous dining rooms upstairs at The Princess Royal – The Charlotte and The Victoria, named after famous royalty, of course, or even the new upmarket restaurant Alfie’s at The Alfred Tennyson. But we’ve also got cute, cosy Snugs at most of the pubs, plus outdoor seating if that’s your thing. One of our favourite options is the Blood Orange Bar at The Orange, which has a cool speakeasy vibe that makes it perfect for this time of year.
We also go all in on the festive decorations, with our stylish and cosy interiors dressed up for the occasion, not to mention quintessential roaring fireplaces crackling with firewood. Throw in the fact that our staff are the nicest and most knowledgeable in the industry, and that our pubs are conveniently located in central London in Notting Hill, Marylebone, Belgravia and Chelsea, close to all the major Tube lines.
Raise a glass to Christmas at Cubitt House
And with that, we end our case for why Cubitt House offers some of the best Christmas drinks in London. Choosing one as the backdrop for your festive drinks – whether they’re a casual catch-up with friends or a bigger work bash – is a real no-brainer. And even if you’re just a tourist here in our beautiful city for the day, then you need to soak up as much festive goodness as possible, and we’re more than happy to oblige.
Don’t be a Scrooge. Check out the Cubitt House festive drinks menu and book your next drink outing this Christmas season with us.
