Mulled wine in winter; it's the perfect antidote to thawing even the coldest of hearts. As the festive season comes rolling in, there are plenty of places popping up to serve us steaming cups of the good stuff, from quirky Christmas pop-ups and après ski dens to cosy pubs with roaring fireplaces and beautifully bougie bars. Check out our guide to the very best (and totally gorgeous) places to drink mulled wine in London.
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Last updated on 6th June 2025
Get ready to jingle and mingle at the ultimate festive hangout in central London, Market Halls Victoria's winter rooftop bar. From free-flowing drinks, street food twists on Christmas classics and live music to carol singalongs, it's time to eat, drink, and be merry - so come one, come all. P.s. You need to give their mulled wine spritz a sip; it's light, refreshing and goes down a treat.
Wish it could be Christmas every day? Well, at The White Haus it is. Featuring festive decor, from cuckoo clocks to vintage cable cars and snowflake chandeliers, this Farringdon bar pairs its mulled wine with mouthwatering bacon-wrapped pork stuffing balls and mince pies.
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The Happenstance has a winter apres ski-themed terrace this year, a heated space brought to you in partnership with premium elderflower liqueur, St-Germain. As well as cocktails made using the drinks brand, you can also expect Christmas parties here to include mulled wine in drinks packages.
The Montague on the Garden's Ski Lodge is a quirky winter party venue that's vowing for the top spot of the best place to drink mulled wine in London. Take your party here and you'll revel in festive decor with mini pigs in blankets to accompany your drinks.
If you're gagging for a mulled wine after work, head no further than Queen of Hoxton, where you can sip hot cups of the stuff. Topping it off? Stunning views, quirky cocktails and a The Queens Stary Night rooftop theme, with plenty of German-style market food.
Cosy bolthole The Spaniards Inn dates back to 1585, so has been bringing Christmas cheer to Hampstead for many a year. Come the winter? Mulled wine and cider feature on the menu, so you can get your fix alongside hearty pub grub.
Craving country pub vibes to go along with your mulled wine? Check out The Holly Bush in Hampstead, where you can sit by an open fire within classic wooden interiors, with a plate of elevated pub grub that'll fill you up after a winter walk on the heath.
This autumn and winter, 1864 Rooftop Bar & Kitchen near Mayfair is rolling out a delicious new food and drink menu that brings all the seasonal warmth you crave. Sip on their signature mulled wine and enjoy indulgent dishes like sticky toffee pudding - the perfect treat for chilly nights.
The festive fun continues with their Winter Igloo Experience, where you and your loved ones can tuck into hearty fare like braised ox cheek, sweet potato fries, and chorizo croquetas. Don't miss this seasonal celebration at one of London's most iconic rooftop venues.
Swap your mulled wine at a London Christmas market for a sky-high venue with views of the Shard. London Bridge Rooftop has an Après Bar pop-up this year, complete with snowy firs, heated and covered pergolas, a ski lift booth, and even vintage ski memorabilia scattered about.
As for your mulled wine? Expect free-flowing teapots of the stuff to really top off your experience.
Found in the shadow of Tower Bridge right on the Thames, Vicinity is a luxury location with views and an alpine lodge pop-up that also boasts roaring open fires. Grab yourselves plenty of mulled wine and cider, and make sure to visit on Fondue Thursday as well for plenty of cheesy goodness.
After mulled wine in Covent Garden with a gorgeous, eclectic destination to match? Head to cosy spot Mr Fogg's Tavern, which really pulls out all the stops decoration-wise come Christmas, for signature drinks ranging from the gin-based Lady Macbeth to a Whooperup Negroni and more.
This winter, cosy up at Carrubo, the beloved alfresco bar in the heart of Southwark Quarter. Treat yourself to their signature Jalisco Hot Chocolate - a warming mix of Tequila Reposado, milk, chocolate, and a hint of chilli, perfect for cooler evenings.
You'll also find seasonal favourites like mulled wine, mulled cider, and hot toddies. Snuggle under blankets with friends and toast to the season in style. And just next door, Freewheelin' Pizza in Arch 32 serves up New York-style slices, the perfect pairing for your winter tipples. Don't miss out on this winter haven.
