Co-op unwraps Christmas 2026 food and drink range

28 September 2026

Co-op has unveiled its 2026 Christmas food and drink range, bringing together exciting and Irresistible new launches and the return of one of its most requested Christmas products.

Landing in Co-op's 2,400 stores and online throughout the festive season, the range has been created with the food-loving convenience shopper in mind, spanning party food, sandwiches, snacks, festive feasting, gifting and drinks.

As the UK's leading convenience retailer, with a store in every postcode area and home delivery available in as little as 30 minutes, Co-op is perfectly placed to support the real-life Christmas shopping moments. Whether it's picking up a festive lunch, stocking up on nibbles and drinks for an impromptu gathering, or grabbing a forgotten essential for the big feast.

The range also champions Co-op's ongoing commitment to responsible sourcing - from being one of the first and longest-standing champions of Fairtrade to continuing to source only 100% British meat for its own-brand range including in sandwiches, ready meals and party food – as part of the retailer's commitment to support UK farms and farmers.

Alexa Masterhorn, Head of Product Development at Co-op, said: "Our talented product development team has created a range that celebrates what people love about the festive season – enjoying great food and drink in great company.

"We know Christmas can be a busy time, so we've focused on making it easier for customers to enjoy delicious food without the fuss. We're also proud that our range continues to champion British and responsible sourcing because it's something that matters to our members, customers and the farmers we work with.

"From delicious party food and festive tipples to our award-winning crisps and mince pies, there's plenty to discover this Christmas, while we'll also be fully stocked with those seasonal staples for that last minute pop to Co-op."

What's New This Year

Co-op’s party food range is inspired by British classics and global flavours, reimagined into 'dinky' versions for joyful festive entertaining. British inspired highlights include indulgent mini Beef Wellingtons, featuring slow-cooked beef brisket in beef dripping gravy and porcini mushroom duxelles, alongside a playful take on a Fish Finger Sandwich, with panko breadcrumb-coated sandwich bites filled with seasoned Pangasius fish and a pea and mint sauce.

Global highlights include Texan inspired slow-cooked BBQ Pork Belly Bites and Mini Mexican Cones, filled with delicately spiced tomato and vegetables. Shoppers will also see the return the popular 3 for 2 deal across party food, making it easy to create a crowd-pleasing spread.

The wait is finally over for fans of Co-op's Roast Potato Crisps, which return with a new crinkle-cut twist following three years of requests from shoppers. Joining the award-winning crisp range this Christmas are returning favourite Pigs in Blankets Crisps and gourmet newcomer Wagyu Beef & Caramelised Onion Crisps.

The festive sandwich is the ultimate lunchtime treat, and this year the retailer has focused on great quality and bringing back what shoppers look forward to each year. Meanwhile, two new additions are set to be a hit: Christmas Club Sandwich packed with all the flavours of a traditional Christmas dinner and a Posh Prawn Cocktail Sandwich, inspired by the nation's favourite festive starter.

Alongside festive classics, Co-op is introducing a new twist on the traditional mince pie: an indulgent Italian-inspired Amaretto & Frangipane Mince Pie. Meanwhile, in the bakery aisle, shoppers can enjoy a brand-new festive flavour in Co-op's new and improved cookies range: Gingerbread, Maple and White Chocolate Cookies.

For those little festive luxuries, new treats include Co-op's Belgian Chocolate Biscuit Selection, White Forest Chocolate Truffles and Blonde Chocolate Pecans – making ideal gifts and stocking fillers… or a treat that’s simply too good to share!

For busy families and smaller households, Co-op has focused on a festive feasting range that delivers maximum enjoyment with minimal effort, from a British Beef Joint with bone marrow stock and red wine jus to Chantenay Carrots dressed with maple, orange and thyme – meaning less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the celebrations.

The food range is supported by Co-op's wider seasonal beers, wines and spirits offering, including two new single-serve ready-to-drink cocktail cans – Co-op Winter Bramble Spritz, and Co-op Clementine and Ginger Spritz.

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Co-op’s 2026 Christmas range highlights:

Party Food Irresistible King Prawn Toast with Ponzu & Lime Dip (230g) - £5.50 Irresistible Mini Mexican Cones (210g) - £5.00 Irresistible Ham Hock & Chilli Maple Pizza (470g) - £5.95 Irresistible Cooked & Continental Meats Platter (100g) - £5.00 Irresistible Slow Cooked Texas BBQ Pork Belly Bites (300g) - £6.50 Mini Cranberry Pork Pies (4 pack) - £2.55 Cheesy Pigs in Blankets Bites (180g) - £4.00 Irresistible Mini Fish Finger Sandwich with Mint Pea Dip (230g) - £5.50 Triple Cheese Wedges with Cranberry Hot Sauce (180g) - £4.00 Mini Garlic Chicken Kyiv (300g) - £5.00 Irresistible Mini Beef Wellingtons (240g) - £6.50

Food to go Irresistible Christmas Club Sandwich (Each) - £4.75 Irresistible Posh Prawn Cocktail Sandwich (Each) - £4.75 Boxing Day Feast Sandwich (Each) - £3.60 Brie & Cranberry Sandwich (Each) - £3.60 Pigs Under Blankets Sandwich (Each) - £3.60 Turkey Feast Sandwich (Each) - £3.60

Savoury Snacking Irresistible Ultimate Roast Potato Crinkle Cut Crisps (150g) - £1.75 Irresistible Wagyu Beef & Caramelised Onion Flavour Crisps (150g) - £1.75 Irresistible Pigs in Blankets Crisps (150g) - £1.75

Sweet snacking Irresistible Amaretto & Frangipane Mince Pies (4 pack) - £2.85 Irresistible Chocolate & Orange Tarts (4 pack) - £3.25 Merry Mince Pies (6 pack) - £1.50 Irresistible Mince Pies (6 pack) - £3.25 Iced Lebkuchen Cookies (200g) - £1.50 Irresistible Ginger Knots (6 pack) - £1.90 Irresistible Gingerbread, Maple and White Chocolate Cookies (4 pack) - £2.50

Gifting Irresistible Belgian Chocolate Biscuit Selection (200g) - £3.50 Irresistible Chocolate Panettone (100g) - £2.50 Irresistible Panettone (500g) - £6.00 Irresistible White Forest Cherry Flavour Truffles (160g) - £4.00 Irresistible Marshmallow Swirl Hot Chocolate Fudge (150g) - £2.20 Irresistible Caramelised Blonde Chocolate Pecans (150g) - £3.00 Irresistible Cranberry and Orange Chocolate Tiffins (4 pack) - £3.25

Main event Irresistible Festive Spiced Sweet Cured Gammon with Maple & Orange Glaze (1kg) - £15.00 Irresistible Topside Beef Joint with Bone Marrow Stock & Red Wine Jus (657g) - £15.00 Irresistible Golden Butternut & Lentil En Croûte (420g) - £5.00 Irresistible Hickory & Alder Smoked Salmon (100g) - £5.75 Irresistible Honey & Thyme Roasting Parsnips (400g) - £3.95 Irresistible Garden Veg Medley (250g) - £3.25 Irresistible Chantenay Roasting Carrots (400g) - £3.95 Irresistible Loaded West Country Cheddar Mash (400g) - £3.50 Irresistible Roast Potatoes with Wagyu Beef Dripping (400g) - £4.25

Desserts Irresistible 12 Month Matured Christmas Pudding (400g) - £4.25 6 Month Matured Christmas Pudding (400g) - £2.50 Irresistible Luxury Chocolate Yule Log (467g) - £7.00 Irresistible Salted Caramel and Chocolate Profiteroles (400g) - £5.00 Irresistible Winter Macaron Selection (6 pack) - £3.45

Drinks Irresistible Fairtrade Casablanca Valley Pinot Noir (75cl) - £9.50 Irresistible Soave Classico (75cl) - £9.50 Irresistible Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay (75cl) - £11.25 Les Pionniers Vintage Champagne 2018 (75cl) - £36.25 Irresistible Claret (75cl) - £10.00 Irresistible Côtes de Provence Rosé (75cl) - £10.75 Irresistible Vodka (70cl) - £25.75 Irresistible Pedro Ximénez Sherry (37.5cl) - £8.75 Irresistible 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl) - £30.50 Co-op Mulled Wine (75cl) - £4.50 Co-op Cava Brut (75cl) - £7.50 Co-op Winter Bramble Spritz (250ml) - £2