12 British Royal Christmas Traditions That Will Surprise You

When the family gathers for a black-tie dinner and drinks on Christmas Eve, the Queen favors a cocktail called the Zaza (made from Dubonnet and gin) and Prince Charles is a fan of cherry brandy, but William and Harry both enjoy a pint of Sandringham cider. The Queen's father, King George Vl, had an orchard of apple trees planted within the 20,000 acres of grounds. In recent years, the royal brothers have become fans of the cider, which is now produced on the estate.