{"id":932,"date":"2025-11-18T09:06:01","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T09:06:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=932"},"modified":"2025-11-18T09:06:04","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T09:06:04","slug":"cheers-to-a-slim-tastic-christmas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/cheers-to-a-slim-tastic-christmas\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheers to a slim-tastic Christmas!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\ud83c\udfb5 It\u2019s the most wine-derful time of the year! \ud83c\udfb5 and Slimming World members don\u2019t have to miss out on gin o\u2019clock or mistletoe-and-wine. Whether you love a cheeky cocktail or are channelling your inner Christmas angel and going alcohol-free, here\u2019s how to enjoy some slimming-friendly sparkle this festive season\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"122\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/SmallCTA-BelieveInASWChristmas25-SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Believe in a Slimming World Christmas - Join in the festive fun\" class=\"wp-image-14363\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top tipple tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Festive fizz<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83e\udd64 Sugar-free fizzy thirst-quenchers, like diet cola and diet lemonade, are Free on Slimming World (which means that you can enjoy them as often as you like, without any weighing, measuring or counting). And if you&#8217;re in the mood for some sophisticated sparkle, you could create your own low Syn bubbles using slimline tonic and a dash of lime or elderflower cordial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chin-gin!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf78 Love a G&amp;T? Go for a slimming-friendly mixer like a slimline tonic or diet lemonade. And for a fuss-free, booze-free option, you can buy cans of low or non-alcoholic \u2018G&amp;Ts\u2019 in supermarkets, ready mixed (just give them a quick zap with our barcode scanner before popping in your basket!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pull a cracker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf7a If nothing makes you hoppier than an ice-cold beer, there are some great low-alcohol versions available which are usually more slimming-friendly than a regular pint. Cheers!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Whisky warmer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83e\udd43 If you fancy a brandy or a brrrr-bon to warm you up, it makes sense that smaller measures are less likely to cause a shock on the scales. And sipping rather than gulping your drink will make it last much longer. You could also dilute your whisky with water, and your brandy with diet cola.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop and smell the ros\u00e9<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf77 Maybe you prefer to wine-d down at the end of the day with a nice glass of red, white or ros\u00e9. When it comes to wine, as a general rule of thumb, the lower the alcohol content, the lower the Syns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nice and spicy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf85 Nothing says Christmas more than mulled wine \u2013 and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-countdown-cosy-up-with-festive-hot-drinks\/\">our low-Syn winter warmer<\/a>&nbsp;is bursting with festive flavours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/nearest-group-search\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/LargeCTA-TheGiftOfSlimmingSuccess_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"The gift of slimming success - vouchers CTA\" class=\"wp-image-10581\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More for members<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our online Food Search tool lists the Syn values of lots of different drinks \u2013 or you can use the handy barcode scanner for ready-to-drink cans and bottles. We make it easy to work out which drinks are sooo worth it, and which fall a little flat.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/alcohol-weight-loss-and-you\">This video<\/a> \u2013 exclusively for members \u2013 takes a closer look at alcohol and weight loss<\/strong>. <strong>Here&#8217;s a sneak peek&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/players.brightcove.net\/5245389806001\/default_default\/index.html?videoId=6341672540112\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" width=\"900\" height=\"390\"><\/iframe><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is your \u2018tipping point\u2019?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there&#8217;s absolutely no reason why you can&#8217;t enjoy a drink or two on the Slimming World plan, our research shows that, when we reach our personal &#8216;tipping point&#8217; (for some that could be one glass of wine, for others it could be three&#8230;) we then go on to eat and drink much more than we had planned \u2013 including high-fat, high-sugar foods the following day. We found that this can result in an extra 6,400 calories consumed within 24 hours, which can derail your weekly weight loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/favourite-tipples\">More for members: Discover your tipping point with our member-only quiz.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Slimming World cocktail recipes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Still stuck for gin-spiration? These Slimming World cocktails are a reason to celebrate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Festive fruit punch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"http:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/festive-fruit-punch-slimming-world-blog.jpg\" alt=\"festive-fruit-punch-slimming-world-blog\" class=\"wp-image-2473\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This non-alcoholic punch will ensure you\u2019re merry and bright (eyed) this Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>serves 8<br>ready in 5 minutes (plus time to chill)<br>1\u00bd Syns per serving<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>300ml unsweetened apple juice<br>150ml cranberry juice<br>150ml mango juice<br>500ml slimline tonic water or soda water<br>250g seedless grapes (a mix of colours will look fun)<br>ice cubes or crushed ice, to serve<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Chill all the fruit juices and the tonic or soda water in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Thread the grapes on to eight cocktail sticks and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Pour the fruit juices and the tonic or soda water into a large jug, stir well and add plenty of ice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Pour the punch into glasses and top each one with a grape stick to serve.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/slimmingworldkitchen.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"124\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/SWKitchen-Small-CTA-Opt2.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World Kitchen - From our kitchen to yours\" class=\"wp-image-8817\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clementine granita<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/clementine-granita-slimming-world-blog.jpg\" alt=\"clementine-granita-slimming-world-blog\" class=\"wp-image-2474\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>What could be more Christmassy than a clementine? Put your stocking stuffer to good use and knock up a frosty batch of this zingy granita.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>serves 4<br>ready in 15 minutes (plus freezer time)<br>2 Syns per serving<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>juice of 6 clementines (plus 4 unpeeled slices to decorate)<br>2 tbsp Cointreau<br>2 tbsp sweetener (keep them level)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Pour the juice, Cointreau and 300ml cold water into a jug, add the sweetener and stir well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Pour into a shallow, freezer-proof container (like a Tupperware box), cover and freeze until set (about 6-8 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Remove from the freezer and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Using a fork, smush up (technical term!) the ice crystals and spoon into 4 glasses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. 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