What does The Queen drink at Christmas? Her favourite tipple revealed

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The Queen loves to drink a 'Zaza' Gin and Dubonnet cocktail at Christmas – find out how to recreate the 95-year-old monarch's tipple of choice here

December 24, 2021 - 14:17 GMT Sophie Hamilton The Queen is preparing to spend her first Christmas without her late husband Prince Philip, and will instead be joined by her son, Prince Charles, and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall among a small group of guests. But what festive drinks will be served around the table at Windsor Castle this year?Her Majesty is known to be a big fan of the 'Zaza' cocktail – otherwise known as a Gin and Dubonnet.

Dubonnet Rouge Grand Aperitif is a French drink made from a blend of red wine, herbs and spices. The Queen is said to take the cocktail as two parts Dubonnet to one part gin, with a slice of lemon and lots of ice.We found instructions on how to make the drink on the Dubonnet website. To make the drink,"Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass, add ice and stir until well-chilled. Serve up in a Nick & Nora glass or rocks glass. Garnish with an orange swath.

The monarch also cancelled her traditional pre-Christmas lunch at Windsor Castle, where she was set to host members of the extended family. At the time, royal sources stated that while there is"regret that it is cancelled, there is a belief that it is the right thing to do for all concerned." Dubonnet Rouge Grand Aperitif is a French drink

 

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