Cosy up in one of Skylight Tobacco Dock's heated igloos and enjoy a selection of wintertime treats, from sharing raclette to mulled wine and cider. Boasting its very own ice rink, as well as panoramic views of the city, this is a lovely location to enjoy a tipple, including the moreish Rhubarb & Custard.

Not only is this gorgeous Central London hotel located close to festive favourite like Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and the glowing Harrods, but The Milestone Hotel and Residences have also got a special cocktail menu in store this year. Take your pick from the cranberry-tipped Dasher, frothy Star Wonder and delicious Santa Cloves... all made with Maker's Mark whisky.

As the frosty season gets underway, Sky Garden's pop-up Winter Bar will be in full action. Enjoy views of London's Christmas lights from above, as well as tip back beautifully creative cocktails and chomp away on lip-smacking sharing boards to boot.

Not only is this immersive cocktail experience bringing you quirky performances and a Western theme, but Moonshine Saloon has gone a step further - as one of the best Christmas pop-up bars in London, it's shaking up a frosty, seasonal selection that you won't be able to resist.

Get ready as Korean Dinner Party (KDP) in Soho is flaunting a Christmas-themed cocktail for 2022. This concoction is a unique take on a hot toddy, although its made with lip-smackin' grapefruit soju, which is sourced from rice, barley and tapioca. To top it off? It's served in a teapot.

Nestled in Carnaby and Shoreditch, Nightjar's bars bring a sense of old school glamour to your imbibing. Head over to these slick speakeasies to guzzle down the Hot Walnut Buttered Rum, which has a delicious, creamy texture and a lip-smacking, dessert-style flavour.

A sleek watering hole down Brixton way, Cattivo is known for its pretty cocktails and delicious food. From the gin fizz trolleys to the customary shot of homemade limoncello, it's the ideal setting to raise a few festive glasses with friends and family.

Old Street has plenty of party palaces for Christmas, and adding to that list? The Alchemist, known for its unique cocktails, is bringing even more festivities with sweet sips such as the White Choc Raspberry, Winter Colada and Mulled Bellini. Plus, munch on quirky eats, including turkey in a basket.

If spending the festive season stuck behind bars sounds like an awful idea, you clearly haven't been to Alcotraz. Don an orange jumpsuit and head to Shoreditch for bespoke cocktails and seasonal sips made from a bottle of your own favourite booze.

Watch narrowboats float past with a beautifully crafted winter tipple in hand at one of the best Christmas-themed restaurants in London, The Lighterman. Alternatively, opt for a glass of sparkling crémant - the perfect sip to get the party season well and truly started.

Already one of the City's most picturesque rooftops, Aviary is a spot that truly comes alive during the holidays with a winter wonderland-themed terrace. Boasting seasonal Monkey 47 cocktails, Swiss cheese fondue and heated igloos, it's one of the best places for Christmas drinks in London.

When it comes to festive cocktails, Smith's Bar & Grill is a firm choice for 2022. Venture to this Paddington restaurant for bespoke concoctions, including a Santa Pine made from cranberry syrup, rosemary and prosecco or a whiskey-laced Christmas Cookie with plenty of mint. 

Eccentric, eye-catching and always a popular plot, Callooh Callay (which you can find in Shoreditch and Chelsea) is the place to go for wintertime tipples. What's up for grabs? The Hop Cosmo, Light and Stormy, Champagne Martini and many more.

West London's cosiest flat, The Little Yellow Door, will be getting a giant yuletide makeover this December, complete with pine trees and tinsel galore. But the festivities don't stop there; the menu at this Christmas cocktail bar in London will feature unique bevs such as the Love Actually.

Drake and Morgan has a handful of festive tipples, including the Plum and Violet Spritz created with The London Essence Co. So if you're looking for London bars decorated for Christmas, snap up this King's Cross hangout for both full-blown fiestas or relaxing evenings quaffing cool cocktails.

If you're after a festive bevvy, Dirty Bones Soho has a delicious selection up for grabs. Whether you fancy quaffing The Foxy, a Christmas-flavoured espresso martini with cinnamon syrup and a brulee top or a Port Authority - a spiced twist on a New York whiskey sour, this hotspot will impress. 

Located in the heart of Soho, Old Compton Brasserie is the perfect place to refuel after a day of Christmas shopping. In the past, the cocktail menu has drawn inspiration from familiar festive faces; Bing Crosby, Ebenezer Scrooge and the big man himself, St. Nicholas.

It really is in the name, isn't it? The Cocktail Club is the place to go for, well, cocktails. Sporting outposts across the city, this brand is making sure your holiday drinking is as festive as possible with four unique mixes on offer, alongside spirits such as Hubbard's Winter Gin Liqueur.

Looking for after-work drinks? Head to Simmons, found in Tower Bridge, Temple, Soho, King's Cross and beyond, for a quick little Christmas getaway. You can sip up festive cocktails coupled with live entertainment and brilliantly kitsch decor.

For Christmas cocktail bars in London Bridge? Vinegar Yard has collaborated with Grey Goose, bringing you a carefully curated menu of seasonal cocktails and festive fare galore, which you can take in the beautifully cosy winter igloos.

One of the best bars for Christmas drinks in London, The Exhibit is the Balham bolthole bringing the magic of the festive season to life. Head over for a gorgeous selection of yuletide tipples, made all the more cosy by the terrace's après-ski theme.

Queen of Hoxton is back this season with a gorgeous après-ski theme. Starting in December, there will be heaters, blankets and lots of fairy lights on one of the best Christmas rooftop bars in London. Cosy up with quirky cocktails and get into the festive spirit, literally.

London Shuffle Club is pulling out all the stops when it comes to Christmas cocktails. Enjoy seasonal drinks, including the Ginger Snap (a mix of Absolut vodka, ginger syrup and cider) - the perfect treat after smashing through a few games of shuffleboard.

Located right in the City of London, The Folly is a stunning cocktail bar you'll want to visit for Insta-worthy holiday pics. Grab your most glam outfit for a night of festive cocktails and a scrumptious multi-course spread of yuletide bites.

If you're looking for some delicious cocktails and Christmas fun, then Flight Club has it all for you. Expect signature mixes and warming mugs of indulgent mulled wine. While you drink, you can also enjoy darts and chow down on pizzas fresh from the oven. 

Oozing with opulence, Silverleaf is a stunning space to enjoy a round of Christmas quaffs. Wet your whistle by sipping the sumptuous White Chocolate & Oolong serve, which mixes the two winning flavours with Nikka Days blended whisky and salted egg yolk.

For swanky Christmas bars in Covent Garden, head to cool cocktail den The Escapologist. You can guzzle down festive-themed drink packages all while chowing down on holiday nibbles, such as pigs in blankets and smoked salmon bruschetta.

It wouldn't be Christmas without consuming your weight in choccy, would it? Over at The Chocolate Cocktail Club, you can indulge in quirky creations such as The Chocotini and Strawberry Dreams from Tuesday to Saturday in Farringdon.

If you're searching for delicious Christmas drinks in London, you're in luck. Brixton's Shrub and Shutter is serving up festive cocktails, alongside seasonal and sustainable cuisine. Drop by for the tipples and stay for the pretty plates of European fare.

Islington's Homeboy is known for its Irish warmth and devilish drinks. Settle into the cosy hangout with your nearest and dearest then tip back themed cocktails that'll pair all too well with the mouthwatering roast dinners and Christmas feasts available.

Located in the heart of Soho, Senor Ceviche Carnaby has a crackin' winter drinks list for 2022. Treat yourself to a Merry Berry made from sloe gin, red vermouth and Christmas spices or opt for a Pisco Toddy Twist boasting flavours of orange and cinnamon. You don't need to ask us twice.

Offering fabulously festive mixes such as The Snowman - made with cognac, crème de cacao, gingerbread syrup, cream and egg whites - alongside Santa's Punch and other Christmas cocktails, Dirty Martini has mastered the art of bringing delicious, seasonal sips to the masses.

The Happenstance is keeping you cosy this winter with its magical enchanted forest-themed terrace. Settle among the dangling plants and atmospheric fairy lights to enjoy a range of Christmas cocktails, including the Candy Cane and Festive Pop.

This holiday season, stroll down to The Botanist in Chelsea or Broadgate Circle. You can check out these festive restaurants for cheery cocktails and herb-infused concoctions. Feeling hungry afterwards? They are also featuring four-course feasts on their Christmas menus.

Shaking up some of the best Christmas drinks in London, Coupette is a gorgeous setting for a romantic date night or elegant yuletide party. We've seen bubbly bonanzas, classic cocktails and sweet sips in the past, so get ready for a tantalising, heady treat.

Located in the heart of Soho, Archer Street is one of the best Christmas bars in London. The festive menu this year includes the likes of the Bublé and the Carey, not to mention our personal favourite - the Wham!, made up of rum, triple sec, spices and "Christmas syrup".

Whether you're after a seasonal serve that's decorated in Christmas colours or a winter warming mulled wine, London Bridge Rooftop is where to get it. From mid-November, expect the outdoor space to be decked out with plenty of heaters, bauble-covered Christmas trees and twinkling lights.

'Tis the season to drink up. Just shy of Liverpool Station is one of the oldest pubs in the capital, Dirty Dicks. The fun haunt brings a cosy and rustic feel to Christmas with its hot toddies, mulled wine and a mix of other holiday-inspired drinks. 

Madison's iconic terrace has been transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with baubles, toasty heaters, frosty foliage and a selection of seasonal cocktails. And while you get stuck into those, explore the menu of festive canapés at one of the best London Christmas bars going.

The team behind Purl are known for creating some of the most unique and exciting libations around. At the underground speakeasy, cocktails here are a theatrical affair - and Christmas time is no different. Plus, they host fun masterclasses so you can learn how to make them yourself.

Always a top spot for stunning decor, Dalloway Terrace has gone one step further to bring you a gorgeous winter set-up, complete with toasty hot toddies and signature cocky-ts. Now's the time to head to Fitzrovia if you want to check out one of the best Christmas-themed bars in London.

Coal Office is going all out this season with festive cocktails inspired by the Middle East and Med. Enjoy a Soom Soom Sour made up of gin, bourbon and sesame or a Matuvlan cold brew touting spiced rum and warming notes of cardamom. Yum.