Very Best Christmas Cocktails

Don't want to stick to beer or wine this Christmas? Give one of these delicious cocktail recipes a go, (and show off to all your pals).


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Very Best Christmas Cocktails

This healthy dairy-free recipe is great if you're craving something sweet for brekkie.1 of 27

This healthy dairy-free recipe is great if you're craving something sweet for brekkie.

This healthy dairy-free recipe is great if you're craving something sweet for brekkie

Love pancakes? If you're trying to avoid dairy you can still enjoy them with this amazing recipe.2 of 27

Love pancakes? If you're trying to avoid dairy you can still enjoy them with this amazing recipe.

Love pancakes? If you're trying to avoid dairy you can still enjoy them with this amazing recipe

You can have this yogurt with fruit for breakfast or as part of a yummy dairy-free snack.3 of 27

You can have this yogurt with fruit for breakfast or as part of a yummy dairy-free snack.

You can have this yogurt with fruit for breakfast or as part of a yummy dairy-free snack

Have an amazing start to your day with this fab brekkie recipe- and only 193 calories!4 of 27

Have an amazing start to your day with this fab brekkie recipe- and only 193 calories!

Have an amazing start to your day with this fab brekkie recipe- and only 193 calories!

These savoury pancakes are great if you're following a vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free diet.5 of 27

These savoury pancakes are great if you're following a vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free diet.

These savoury pancakes are great if you're following a vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free diet

If you fancy a winter warmer for breakfast, these dairy-free, vegan sweet hash browns are a delicious and healthy option.6 of 27

If you fancy a winter warmer for breakfast, these dairy-free, vegan sweet hash browns are a delicious and healthy option.

If you fancy a winter warmer for breakfast, these dairy-free, vegan sweet hash browns are a delicious and healthy option

You'll be on your way to five-a-day with one of these yummy breakfast sandwiches.7 of 27

You'll be on your way to five-a-day with one of these yummy breakfast sandwiches.

You'll be on your way to five-a-day with one of these yummy breakfast sandwiches

This porridge is a great dairy-free, vegan option for a filling start to the day.8 of 27

This porridge is a great dairy-free, vegan option for a filling start to the day.

This porridge is a great dairy-free, vegan option for a filling start to the day

This breakfast recipe is packed with nutrients and dairy-free.9 of 27

This breakfast recipe is packed with nutrients and dairy-free.

This breakfast recipe is packed with nutrients and dairy-free

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Alaska

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Blizzard

Jennifer Lawrence returns as Catniss Everdeen in the final instalment of the series.14 of 27

Jennifer Lawrence returns as Catniss Everdeen in the final instalment of the series.

Jennifer Lawrence returns as Catniss Everdeen in the final instalment of the series

Following the tragic death of lead actor Paul Walker in 2013, the Fast and the Furious franchiseu2019s future was cast into doubt. However, directors confirmed they would go ahead with the movie, putting Paulu2019s brother in the film as a stand in.15 of 27

Following the tragic death of lead actor Paul Walker in 2013, the Fast and the Furious franchise’s future was cast into doubt. However, directors confirmed they would go ahead with the movie, putting Paul’s brother in the film as a stand in.

Following the tragic death of lead actor Paul Walker in 2013, the Fast and the Furious franchise’s future was cast into doubt. However, directors confirmed they would go ahead with the movie, putting Paul’s brother in the film as a stand in

Set 30 years after the Return of the Jedi, Star Wars fans everywhere will rejoice come 2015 when the next film hits theatres. Weu2019ll have to wait a while though, as itu2019s not out till the end of the year.16 of 27

Set 30 years after the Return of the Jedi, Star Wars fans everywhere will rejoice come 2015 when the next film hits theatres. We’ll have to wait a while though, as it’s not out till the end of the year.

Set 30 years after the Return of the Jedi, Star Wars fans everywhere will rejoice come 2015 when the next film hits theatres. We’ll have to wait a while though, as it’s not out till the end of the year

In the summer, we will see a return of the popular Jurassic Park franchise after over a decade. Those pesky scientists have been meddling with genes again - and created some kind of super beast that is set to unleash terror on the new amusement park. Cripes.17 of 27

In the summer, we will see a return of the popular Jurassic Park franchise after over a decade. Those pesky scientists have been meddling with genes again - and created some kind of super beast that is set to unleash terror on the new amusement park. Cripes.

In the summer, we will see a return of the popular Jurassic Park franchise after over a decade. Those pesky scientists have been meddling with genes again - and created some kind of super beast that is set to unleash terror on the new amusement park. Cripes

The world went Grey crazy when the novel hit shelves, and the film adaptation is sure to have the same effect - especially as it stars super hot Fall actor Jamie Dornan. In cinemas from February 13.18 of 27

The world went Grey crazy when the novel hit shelves, and the film adaptation is sure to have the same effect - especially as it stars super hot Fall actor Jamie Dornan. In cinemas from February 13.

The world went Grey crazy when the novel hit shelves, and the film adaptation is sure to have the same effect - especially as it stars super hot Fall actor Jamie Dornan. In cinemas from February 13

Unlikely action hero Liam Neeson returns in January for the final instalment of the Taken series, which started in 2008. But which member of Neesonu2019s close family will be abducted next?19 of 27

Unlikely action hero Liam Neeson returns in January for the final instalment of the Taken series, which started in 2008. But which member of Neeson’s close family will be abducted next?

Unlikely action hero Liam Neeson returns in January for the final instalment of the Taken series, which started in 2008

The latest adaptation of Shakespeareu2019s tragic tale, Michael Fassbender stars as Macbeth, with Marion Cotillard playing a sultry Lady Macbeth. If you love the Bard, youu2019re sure to enjoy this new take on one of his most popular tragedies.20 of 27

The latest adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragic tale, Michael Fassbender stars as Macbeth, with Marion Cotillard playing a sultry Lady Macbeth. If you love the Bard, you’re sure to enjoy this new take on one of his most popular tragedies.

The latest adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragic tale, Michael Fassbender stars as Macbeth, with Marion Cotillard playing a sultry Lady Macbeth. If you love the Bard, you’re sure to enjoy this new take on one of his most popular tragedies

A live-action feature inspired by a classic fairytale, Disneyu2019s 1950s animated classic will be brought to life in this new adaptation starring acting heavyweights Cat Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter and more.21 of 27

A live-action feature inspired by a classic fairytale, Disney’s 1950s animated classic will be brought to life in this new adaptation starring acting heavyweights Cat Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter and more.

A live-action feature inspired by a classic fairytale, Disney’s 1950s animated classic will be brought to life in this new adaptation starring acting heavyweights Cat Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter and more

Another offering from Disney, Tomorrowland focuses on a teenage girl, a man and a robot who try to unravel what happened to an alternative dimension - in order to save the world theyu2019re in. How intriguing.22 of 27

Another offering from Disney, Tomorrowland focuses on a teenage girl, a man and a robot who try to unravel what happened to an alternative dimension - in order to save the world they’re in. How intriguing.

Another offering from Disney, Tomorrowland focuses on a teenage girl, a man and a robot who try to unravel what happened to an alternative dimension - in order to save the world they’re in. How intriguing

Homegrown talent Jack Ou2019Connell stars in this tale about a young British soldier who loses his unit in Belfast during a riot in u201971. Already tipped for awards, this is not to be missed.23 of 27

Homegrown talent Jack O’Connell stars in this tale about a young British soldier who loses his unit in Belfast during a riot in ’71. Already tipped for awards, this is not to be missed.

Homegrown talent Jack O’Connell stars in this tale about a young British soldier who loses his unit in Belfast during a riot in ’71. Already tipped for awards, this is not to be missed

Thomas Hardy fans are treated to this visually dazzling tale of Bathsheba, played by Carey Mulligan, who must choose between three suitors.24 of 27

Thomas Hardy fans are treated to this visually dazzling tale of Bathsheba, played by Carey Mulligan, who must choose between three suitors.

Thomas Hardy fans are treated to this visually dazzling tale of Bathsheba, played by Carey Mulligan, who must choose between three suitors

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