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Christmas Cheers: Traditional Christmas Drinks in 10 Countries

Leave a Comment / Blogs, Christmas, Drink Recipes, Holidays / By / June 30, 2023

It’s fair to say that, thanks to the commercialization of this Christian-based holiday, traditional Christmas drinks now carry a hint of sophistication. But, what if we told you that not too many moons ago, Christmas wasn’t the conservative, family-oriented holiday you know today? What if, instead, it began as a series of wild, uninhibited, and alcohol-fueled parties that consisted of dancing and excessive drinking? 

Well, whether you object to this holiday’s controversial beginnings or not, one thing is certain; our modern Christmas wouldn’t be the celebration we know today without alcohol. And, as history would have it, traditional Christmas drinks now form part of holiday culture all over the world! Of course, the ‘scandalous’ party element has long since taken a back seat. And, for now, family and friends gather to feast and sip on their favorite holiday concoctions. Keep reading to find out more about Christmas drinks in different countries and how you can make the holidays special with drinks! 

traditional christmas drinks with gingerbread cookies and christmas decorations.
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Mulled Wine: A History

Leave a Comment / Christmas, Drink Recipes, Halloween, Wine / By / June 30, 2023

The divine creation of mulled wine is a prime example of the phrase ‘waste not, want not’. For even the most ancient of civilizations knew that wine was too good a drink to squander. And, for those who prefer a little booze in their winter beverage, historical wine makers certainly had you in mind when they vinified this delightful drink. 

But, of course, there is more to this wine-making story than connoisseurs wanting to please the likes of, well, us. And, although the history of mulled wine is pretty much another ‘the Romans copied the Greeks copied the Romans’ – extravaganza, the tale is still worth telling. Read below and find out more about history of mulled wine, why it makes grandad a little more jolly at Christmas dinner, and how you can make your own this holiday season.

History of Mulled Wine: glass being poured with red wine
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Halloween Drinking or The Spirits of Halloween: Ghosts AND Liquor

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Halloween Drinking: Cocktail with Spider Embellishment and Fog around the glass. Skeleton hand on the table

Headstones, skeletons, and ghosts OH MY! Should I even mention Halloween drinking with its spooky cocktails and treats?

Halloween is my favorite time of year! As soon as the calendar turns from September to October, I start rolling out the gory fun. First, come the graves, then the ghouls. I even have a BBQ grill set up with sizzling bloody body parts and a skeleton feast all laid out on my front lawn. And, if you’re brave enough to get through that mess, en route to my front door is a shriek-tastic array of motion-censored animatronic characters that jump, scream, and BOO as you pass through the fog and flashing lights. 

In fact, I love Halloween so much that up until recently, I had a gothic Halloween-themed bathroom! No joke, I love all things macabre, but this article isn’t about me and my morbid display of the dead, this is about the holiday itself and the festivities that come with it! So join me on a haunted hayride through the history of Halloween and I’ll tell you all about what really happens behind the mask. 

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Single, Double, and Everything in Between: Your Guide to Good Scotch

Leave a Comment / Drink Recipes / By / June 30, 2023

Everyone deserves to experience the taste of good scotch. And, yes, that includes women. We all know how it goes in even the most recent Hollywood movies. After a ‘long day’, a man comes home and pours himself a neat glass of brown liquor. This one-dimensional representation of masculinity remains the bane of scotch and whiskey’s existence. Nevertheless, more and more women are indulging in the spirit that was once known as a ‘man’s drink.’ And although it’s not my personal favorite, I will say cheers to that! 

Unfortunately, the Women v.s. Whiskey debate will have to happen another day. Today, I will share all I know about Scotch (which wasn’t much until recently) and how you can experience this drink at its best! Even the most experienced Scotch drinker will say it comes down to personal preference. But, you should at least know the basics before you get started. Read below to learn more. 

Good Scotch: Decanter of whiskey besides two glasses half filled on a round wooden table in a dark room
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Sending Alcohol to Australia

Leave a Comment / Blogs, Drink Recipes, Holidays / By / June 30, 2023

It’s common knowledge that Australians don’t need much of an excuse to celebrate, and we all know that almost every life milestone can be made better with a celebratory toast! Whether it’s an 18th birthday or a 21st celebration, these events are markers in our lives that generally include cocktails, shooters, and trips to the local pub. And Drinkable Gifts is here to help you learn when to send alcohol to Australia as a gift; we can take care of the how!

Are you looking to send a gift to your friends, family, or loved ones in Australia? Why not consider sending them a bottle of their favorite happy hour drink that you know they will love. You might not be with them physically, but your gift will be a highlight of the evening and a way to make your loved one feel appreciated. If you’re looking to blow them away, it’s important to order your gift set well in advance. For those of you who are eager to send a bubbly gift to Australia but are unsure about where to start, we at Drinkable Gifts are here to help! Scroll down to read more about the dos and don’ts of sending alcohol to Australia.

Send Alcohol To Australia: Tumblers of amber liquid and cherries on a rustic wooden table.
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