FOOD & BEVERAGE Cheers to holiday movie magic: Festive drink & movie pairings for the holiday season

Travelling Pint with Tiffany Martin

As the streets light up with festive decorations, the aroma of seasonal treats wafts through the air, and the nights get a little longer it is the perfect time to embark on a journey of classic Christmas movies paired with local spirited libations. I present to you a preferred list of festive movies and their perfect drink companions.

So, dear readers, let's raise a glass and toast to the joyous season in Paris!

A Sip of Nostalgia with "Christmas Vacation":

Pairing: Mann’s Spiced Rum & Eggnog in a Moose Mug

Embrace the Griswold family chaos and raise a glass to Cousin Eddy with a classic Spiked Eggnog. This creamy concoction perfectly complements the humorous escapades in "Christmas Vacation."

Enriched with nutmeg and a generous pour of your preferred spirit, we suggest Spiced Rum from Mann’s Distillery (pictured above) in Brantford which is infused with the usual baking spices for a spiced rum (cinnamon, clove, star anise, allspice) they also add Sarsaparilla root to give it a hint of root beer! This will perfectly complement the laughter and chaos that unfolds in the Griswold household. Here's to embracing the unpredictable and finding joy in the mayhem – just like the Griswolds.

Buddy the Elf's Beverage Extravaganza in "Elf":

Pairing: Willabald’s Gingerbread Gin Mule Cocktail

Embark on a journey through the Gingerbread Forest and the Sea of Swirly Twirly Gumdrops with Buddy the Elf in the movie "Elf " Elevate your viewing experience with this canned cocktail and all you need to do is pour!

Willabald in Ayr has created this tasty Gingerbread Gin Mule Cocktail at 5.4% which is a take on a classic mule that contains the familiar flavours of their GINGERBREAD GIN with lemon juice, turbinado sugar and a bright and spicy ginger tea. The result is a bright gingery mule with just a hint of extra spice to remind you of grandma's festive baking and bringing a touch of whimsy to your holiday celebrations.

A Bold Pairing for "Die Hard":

Pairing: Whiskey Sour (Bourbon)

For those who argue about its Christmas movie status, "Die Hard" has undeniably become a holiday classic in its own right. Elevate the action-packed experience with a robust Whiskey Sour

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