Jams, the secret ingredient for your Christmas aperitif drinks

Refer to each cocktail.

1. Mimosa revisited with our Apricot jam

Turn the classic Mimosa into a unique cocktail by adding a spoonful of apricot jam to your champagne and orange juice mix. The tart sweetness of the apricot pairs perfectly with the sparkling bubbles.

Recipe:

• 1 teaspoon apricot jam.
• 100 ml champagne or prosecco.
• 50 ml orange juice.

2. Raspberry gin and tonic with Meeker raspberry jam

Add a festive touch to your gin and tonic by mixing in a spoonful of raspberry jam. This cocktail is as beautiful as it is delicious, with a ruby color perfect for Christmas.

Recipe:

• 1 teaspoon raspberry jam.
• 50 ml gin.
• 150 ml tonic.
• A slice of lemon to garnish.

3. Festive mocktail with Mango jam

For those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks, this jam lends an exotic, comforting note to a ginger ale.

Recipe:

• 1 teaspoon mango jam
• 200 ml ginger ale.
• A slice of orange and a few mint leaves.

4. Christmas Fig Spritz 

The slightly sweet flavor of this jam goes divinely with a classic Spritz. Add it to surprise your guests with a touch of finesse.

Recipe:

• 1 teaspoon fig jam.
• 60 ml Aperol.
• 90 ml prosecco.
• 30 ml sparkling water.

5. Mulled wine with shallot confit in Coteaux du Layon sauce

For lovers of bold flavors, this jam adds an interesting depth of flavor to your mulled wine, with a subtle sweet-salty blend.

Recipe:

• 1 tablespoonCoteaux du Layon shallot confit.
• 500 ml red wine.
• Cinnamon, star anise and orange zest for flavour.

Bonus tip

Don't forget to decorate your glasses with fresh fruit or zest for a festive finishing touch. And if you want to go one step further, use a small spoonful of jam to garnish the rim or bottom of the glass before serving. With these ideas, you're ready to impress your guests with original, flavorful drinks. So, to your jam jars and cheers!

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