🥂Have Yourself a Clean Little Christmas: Festive Cocktails Without the Fuzz

Ah, Christmas — that magical time of year when the lights twinkle a little brighter, the jumpers get progressively uglier, and the drinks flow freely… or do they? For those of us looking to keep the festive spirit high but the alcohol content low, CleanCo has arrived to make sure your Christmas cheer doesn’t come with a New Year’s headache. Founded by Spencer Matthews, this pioneering range of non-alcoholic spirits has redefined what it means to ‘drink clean’, offering all the complexity, craft, and flavour of your favourite tipples — minus the fuzzy aftermath.

So, whether you’re hosting the annual office bash, tucking into a mince pie by the fire, or just fancy a seasonal sip without the side effects, we’ve mixed up a few Christmas cocktail ideas that prove you don’t need booze to feel merry and bright. From a Clean G&T with cranberry and rosemary to a Christmas Cracker that ensures your head would be going BANG the following day, these festive serves are guaranteed to keep the good times flowing — responsibly, of course.

After all, who says you can’t have a holly, jolly Christmas… with a clear head come Boxing Day?

WHITE CHRISTMAS MARGARITA

Bring a festive twist to the classic margarita with this creamy, coconut-infused delight. The Viral White Christmas Margarita is rich, refreshing, and completely hangover-free – the perfect sip for the holiday season

INGREDIENTS FOR 1 PERSON

60ML CLEAN T
12ML NON-ALCOHOLIC TRIPLE SEC
JUICE OF HALF A LIME
no 15ML COCONUT CREAM
60ML COCONUT MILK

METHOD

STEP 1

Add all ingredients to a Boston shaker with ice and shake well.

STEP 2

Pour into a lowball or margarita glass over ice.

STEP 3

Garnish with a swirl of coconut cream and a sprinkle of coconut flakes for a festive finish.

FROSTED POMEGRANATE MULE

The Frosted Pomegranate Mule is a festive, fruity blend, the perfect alcohol-free showstopper for any holiday celebration that takes no time at all.

INGREDIENTS

• 120ML POMEGRANATE JUICE
  60ML LIME JUICE
  60ML CLEAN V
  180ML GINGER BEER
  FRESH ROSEMARY SPRIGS (FOR GARNISH)
  FRESH CRANBERRIES (FOR GARNISH)
  WHITE SUGAR CUBE (FOR GARNISH)
  ICE

METHOD

STEP 1

Prepare the Garnish: Dip rosemary sprigs in water and roll them in white sugar for a frosted effect. Set aside.

STEP 2

Mix the Drink: In a glass filled with ice, combine pomegranate juice, lime juice, Clean V, and ginger beer. Stir gently to mix.

STEP 3

Add Garnish: Top with the frosted rosemary and a few fresh cranberries.

STEP 4

Serve: Enjoy your Frosted Pomegranate Mule chilled.

CHRISTMAS CRANBERRY COLLINS

A Christmas Cranberry Collins is a festive drink that builds on the classic Tom Collins cocktail by incorporating cranberry juice and often a winter-themed garnish like rosemary or sugared cranberries, creating a tart, bright, and festive-colored beverage perfect for the holidays.

INGREDIENTS
50ML CLEANCO CLEAN G 0.0%
25ML FRESH LEMON JUICE
12.5ML SUGAR SYRUP
25ML CRANBERRY JUICE
25ML SODA WATER
ROSEMARY SPRIG AND FRESH CRANBERRIES, TO GARNISH

METHOD

STEP 1

Combine CleanCo Clean G 0.0%, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and cranberry juice in an ice-filled highball glass.

STEP 2

Stir well and top with soda water.

STEP 3

Garnish with a rosemary sprig and fresh cranberries

HOLLY JOLLY SPRITZ

A Holly Jolly Spritz is a festive sparkling drink that often features citrus, cranberry, or pomegranate flavors and is typically garnished with an orange slice and rosemary or pomegranate seeds. While different recipes exist, common ingredients include sparkling wine or soda water, orange and/or pomegranate juice, and an aromatic element like rosemary

INGREDIENTS

50ML CLEANCO CLEAN G 0.0%
50ML FRESH ORANGE JUICE
15ML POMEGRANATE JUIC
SODA WATER, TO TOP
ORANGE SLICE AND POMEGRANATE SEEDS, TO GARNISH

METHOD

STEP 1

Combine CleanCo Clean G 0.0%, orange juice, and pomegranate juice in a glass with fresh ice.

STEP 2

Top with soda water and stir gently.

STEP 3

Garnish with an orange slice and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds

CRANBERRY SNOWCAP

This festive of festive cocktails is a real show stopper.  Cranberry though and though, it’s one of the key ingredients and the cherry on the cake, or in this case the cranberry. Elderflower to keep things light and refreshing and then a little egg white to give that extra special Yuletide finishing touch.

INGREDIENTS FOR 4 PEOPLE

200ML CLEANCO CLEAN G 0.0%
200ML CRANBERRY JUICE
50ML ELDERFLOWER CORDIAL
1 EGG WHITE
TONIC WATER, TO TOP
CRANBERRIES, TO GARNISH

METHOD

STEP 1

Shake CleanCo Clean G 0.0%, cranberry juice, elderflower cordial, egg white, and ice in a shaker until frothy.

STEP 2

Strain into two chilled glasses and top with tonic water.

STEP 3

Garnish with cranberries on a cocktail stick.

THE CLEAN CHRISTMAS CRACKER

The Clean Christmas Cracker is a quick, festive treat made with household ingredients that’s sure to impress. With hints of apple, lime, and a touch of cinnamon or your favourite festive syrup, it’s the perfect seasonal sip

INGREDIENTS

50ML CLEAN T
50ML CINNAMON SYRUP (OR FESTIVE ALTERNATIVE: VANILLA, CARAMEL, CINNAMON STICKS, ETC.)
50ML APPLE JUICE
50ML LIME JUICE

METHOD

STEP 1

Add all ingredients to a Boston shaker.

STEP 2

Add ice and shake well.

STEP 3

Pour into a lowball glass with ice and top with crushed ice.

STEP 4

Garnish with rosemary, a cinnamon stick, and a mini Christmas cracker.

CLEANCO X DOUBLE DUTCH FESTIVE FIZZ

A festive and refreshing blend, the Winter Warmer is as simple as it is delicious. With Clean G and Double Dutch Cranberry & Ginger Tonic, it’s the perfect way to toast the season.

INGREDIENTS 

50ML CLEAN G
DOUBLE DUTCH CRANBERRY & GINGER TONIC WATER (TO TOP)
ADD AN ORANGE SLICE OR DEHYDRATED ORANGE TO GARNISH

METHOD

STEP 1

Fill a glass with ice

STEP 2

Pour in 50ml Clean G and top with Cranberry & Ginger Tonic Water.

STEP 3

Garnish with festive touches like fresh berries, a cinnamon stick, or any holiday-inspired decoration.

Enjoy and Merry Christmas !