You know that moment when you think, “I’ve officially made it”? For some people, it’s buying a house. For others, it’s seeing their name in The Times or getting verified on Instagram. For me, it’s apparently having my name slapped on a bottle of Prosecco.
Because yes, my friends, I now have my very own personalised bottle of fizz, courtesy of the lovely people at We Brand Any Drink. They sent it to celebrate the upcoming publication of my new book, Not Another Bloody Christmas, and honestly, could there be a more perfect pairing? (If you’ve read the title, you’ll know the answer is no.)
When the package arrived, I assumed it was another Amazon order I’d forgotten about – possibly more fairy lights or a random kitchen gadget I’ll never use. But no. Inside was this glorious, sparkling little bottle of celebration, looking every bit as fabulous as I hope I do on launch day. The label was printed beautifully, complete with my name and book title, and the whole thing looked so professional I briefly wondered if I should start my own Prosecco line.
The idea behind We Brand Any Drink is simple – you take a regular bottle of champagne or prosecco and they’ll create a personalised label for it. Before you know it, you’ve got your very own branded bottle. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, business launches, or in my case, as an excuse to drink at 11am in the name of “marketing.”
I have to say, it’s one of those little touches that feels incredibly fancy but doesn’t cost a fortune. The kind of thing you’d take to a party and everyone would go, “Oh my God, where did you get that?” before subtly planning their own.
And it’s not just about the novelty (although that’s a big part of it for me). The quality is genuinely great – nice bottles, good drinks, labels that look completely legit rather than something you printed on your home printer after a few too many glasses.
If you’re someone who likes to give thoughtful gifts but also enjoys the occasional touch of chaos, this is your sweet spot. You can make a bottle that says Happy Birthday, Congratulations, or even Sorry I Ate All the Cheese. Whatever the occasion, they’ve got you covered.
So if you’ve got something to celebrate – a milestone, a new job, or just surviving another school term without crying in a supermarket car park – I can highly recommend We Brand Any Drink.
And if you happen to want one that says Not Another Bloody Christmas, I’ll happily toast along with you. Preferably before midday.
Cheers!