Here’s a sound little gesture.

NolaClan, the award-winning group behind Cork’s Oyster Tavern, is offering designated drivers a Heineken 0.0 on the house throughout December.

All you need to do is present your car keys at the bar and quote this initiative to the staff.

“We are delighted to launch this initiative across our venues nationwide, including Cork’s The Oyster Tavern, to encourage the vital message of getting home safely this Christmas,” said Alan Clancy.

The initiative comes at a time when finding reliable transportation home after a Christmas night out can be a challenge.

By offering a complimentary Heineken 0.0 to designated drivers, the venue hopes to incentivise and appreciate those making the selfless choice to ensure everyone in their group gets home safely.

“Everyone knows the nightmare it can be trying to get a taxi home during the festive season, and undeniably we all have memories of being stuck over the years,” added Lisa Doyle, Head of Marketing for the group.

“As much as this offer is aimed to help reduce traffic accidents this Christmas, it’s also aimed to simply help people get home safely after a great night out in one of our venues.”