Discover Tiptree’s English Liqueurs

There’s something genuinely comforting about seeing a familiar name on a bottle. For many of us, Tiptree means jars lined up in the cupboard, Sunday toast with Little Scarlet Tiptree jam, the iconic red-and-white labels, and the quiet pride of knowing the jam factory in Tiptree has been part of English food culture for over 100 years. What you may not know is that the team at Wilkin & Sons Ltd, Tiptree has taken that same fruit-growing heritage and channelled it into a collection of beautifully made English spirits and liqueurs. And now, we’re delighted to say, they’ve arrived at Infusions4Chefs with a very special price of only £10 each.

Why Tiptree? Heritage, Craft & English Fruit

This delicious collection of Tiptree liqueurs feels perfectly timed for the season. Winter is when we naturally gravitate towards richer flavours, cosy nights, Christmas gatherings and simple pleasures shared around the table. Whether you’re hosting friends, planning a festive drinks trolley, experimenting in the kitchen, or looking for thoughtful foodie gifts, these 35cl bottles strike a lovely balance between quality and accessibility. They’re fun, versatile, bursting with real English fruit character and wonderfully down to earth, much like Tiptree itself.

What makes these liqueurs especially appealing is their unmistakable connection to place. The Tiptree jam factory in Essex still grows much of its fruit locally, pressing, cooking and crafting preserves on the same site the business began in 1885. That sense of rootedness comes through clearly in the spirits. Each bottle starts with a small-batch craft base: English gin, vodka or spiced rum, which is then infused with Tiptree fruits, Tiptree conserves or even Tiptree spreads. It’s a pairing that feels so obvious once you’ve tasted it: the depth of the spirit, the brightness of the fruit, and that unmistakable Tiptree roundness of flavour.

The Range We’re Stocking (at £10 each!)

We’re stocking an extensive range from English Strawberry Gin Liqueur and English Damson Gin Liqueur to Chocolate Orange Vodka Liqueur, Black Currant Vodka Liqueur, English Spiced Rum Liqueur, Rhubarb Vodka Liqueur, Tawny Marmalade Vodka Liqueur and more. They’re the kind of bottles you want to open immediately, “just to try a bit”, and then find yourself thinking of all the ways you could use them. Sip them neat over ice, swirl them into cocktails, fold them into desserts, or let them quietly shine in a festive punch. They’re versatile in a way that encourages creativity rather than fuss.

Tiptree Liqueur Recipe Inspiration

With the nights drawing in and Christmas on the horizon, this is the perfect time to bring a few special drinks into your home-kitchen repertoire. Here are some quick, simple recipe ideas using Tiptree liqueurs (and yes, you’ll want to share them at your next gathering).

Damson Gin Mulled Wine

The English Damson Gin Liqueur practically begs to be brought out for a warming treat. Stir a generous splash into gently heated red wine with a spoon of Tiptree Christmas Preserve, a slice of orange and a cinnamon stick, and you have a wonderfully comforting mulled wine that tastes far more considered than the effort involved. It’s the kind of thing that suits a chilly November evening, a Christmas market-style gathering at home, or simply the moment you put the tree up.

Ingredients:

• 750ml red wine (Shiraz works nicely)
• 250ml Tiptree English Damson Gin Liqueur
• 8 teaspoons Tiptree Christmas Preserve
• 1 orange, sliced
• 8 cinnamon sticks
• 8 star anise

Tawny Marmalade Vodka Spritz

The more citrus-led spirits, like the Tiptree Tawny Marmalade Vodka Liqueur, lend themselves beautifully to sparkling drinks. A simple Marmalade Spritz takes seconds: pour the liqueur into a glass with ice, top with Prosecco, and finish with an orange twist. It feels celebratory without being overly sweet, and has that lovely marmalade bitterness which instantly makes you think of brisk winter mornings and thick-cut toast.

Ingredients:

• 50ml Tiptree Tawny Marmalade Vodka Liqueur
• 100ml chilled Prosecco or clear sparkling wine
• A thin slice of orange to garnish

Chocolate Orange Martini

If you prefer something richer, the Chocolate Orange Vodka Liqueur makes a fantastic after-dinner drink, shake it with ice, strain into a chilled glass, and enjoy a grown-up nod to the classic Christmas chocolate orange.

Ingredients:

• 50ml Tiptree Chocolate Orange Vodka Liqueur
• 10ml extra orange liqueur (optional)
• Ice

Raspberry & Rhubarb Winter Fizz

For those who enjoy seasonal flavours without leaning too heavily into Christmas, the English Raspberry Gin Liqueur or English Rhubarb Vodka Liqueur offer a refreshing brightness. Mixed with tonic, soda or ginger ale, they bring an easygoing fruitiness to parties and quiet evenings alike. A bottle on the table invites people to help themselves, experiment, and simply enjoy something delicious without complication, exactly the spirit (no pun intended) that defines a good winter gathering.

Ingredients:

• 50ml Tiptree English Raspberry Gin Liqueur or Tiptree English Rhubarb Vodka Liqueur
• 100ml tonic water, soda water, or chilled ginger ale
• Ice
• Fresh raspberries or a twist of lemon peel (optional)

The Perfect Gift this Christmas

Part of the appeal of these liqueurs is their giftability. At £10 per bottle, they make charming stocking fillers, teacher gifts, host presents or additions to homemade hampers. Because they come from such an iconic English brand, one that so many people know from breakfasts, bakes and family memories, they hold a nostalgic charm without feeling old-fashioned. A bottle of Tiptree English Strawberry Gin Liqueur or English Quince Gin Liqueur tucked into a gift bag feels thoughtful, especially for anyone who loves cooking, mixing drinks or supporting English producers.

Final Thoughts

As we settle into the colder months, there’s real joy in adding small touches that make life feel warm, generous and festive. A good liqueur can do just that, adding a splash of flavour to a drink, a hint of something special to a dessert, or a cosy feeling to a cold evening. The Tiptree English Liqueur range captures all of that beautifully.

They’re available now on Infusions4Chefs, ready to be enjoyed, gifted or experimented with in your own kitchen. Whether you’re making mulled wine, hosting friends for a cocktail night, or simply looking for something delicious to sip while you wrap presents, these bottles bring a little sparkle to the season, quietly, naturally and with that unmistakable Tiptree charm.

Cheers!