The Best Christmas Cocktail & Drink Recipes
Celebrate deliciously with our top cocktail picks and recipes perfect for your Christmas entertaining.
Grand Cosmo Cocktail Recipe
A Grand Cosmo is a great choice for a holiday celebration. Treat yourself and your guests to this classic cocktail for your Thanksgiving, Christmas and holiday celebrations.
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 vodka
1 oz Grand Marnier
1/2 lime (juice)
2 oz cranberry juice cocktail
Rosemary and lemon, garnish
To Make:
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Add vodka, Grand Marnier, juice of 1/8 of a lime, and cranberry juice cocktail.
Shake and strain into a martini glass.
Garnish with lime slice and rosemary.
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Christmas Sangria Recipe
When the holiday season hits, Christmas Sangria is a festive and delicious beverage that can provide great nourishment at a special gathering. A combination of citrus fruits, cinnamon, winter spices, mulled wine, and sparkling liquor blend together to create a Christmas Sangria that is rich in flavor. Not only is this drink delightful to the palate, but it's also easy to make! Perfect for serving during the holiday rush, this classic Christmas Sangria is sure to be a hit among your friends and family. Whether you choose to enjoy it while exchanging gifts or while simply spending time together, this Christmas Sangria will surely be enjoyed by all!
Recipe courtesy of https://www.sugarandsoul.co/christmas-sangria/
Ingredients:
750 ml Merlot or red wine of choice
2 1/2 cups of cranberry juice
1 cup of orange juice
1/2 cup of simple syrup
1/2 cup of blackberry brandy
1/2 cup of Chambord
2 cups of lemon-lime soda
2 oranges
1 cup of cranberries
6 cinnamon sticks
Rosemary sprigs for garnish
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients except soda and ice in a large pitcher and chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
Add the ice and soda just before serving and garnish with rosemary sprigs for a festive presentation.
Japanese Whiskey Smash Cocktail
Whiskey Smash cocktail is one of the most refreshing holiday cocktails out there. This delightful cocktail incorporates fruit, citrus, in addition to mint. If you love a curated cocktail and something delicious for your holiday celebration, then this is a must-try!
INGREDIENTS
2 oz of your finest Japanese whiskey.
¾ oz simple syrup (optional if you don’t want it so sweet).
Mint leaves.
Lemon wedges.
Sugar cube.
Lemon peel, mint for garnish.
PREPARATION:
In a shaking glass, muddle mint leaves, lemon quarters, and a sugar cube.
Add simple syrup, sugar, whiskey, and stir.
Add ice and shake well.
Strain mix into a glass over ice and garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon peel.
Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe
This cocktail is a perfect treat for your thanksgiving , Christmas or New Year celebration. Try this Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail is a must try if you want a cocktails thats seasonal and festive.
Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe
INGREDIENTS:
2 oz apple cider (Chilled).
1 oz Bourbon. ~ ½ to 1 tsp simple syrup.
2 oz ginger beer (chilled).
Apple wedges for garnish.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine apple cider, bourbon and syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake until very cold.
Strain mixture into a glass and top with the chilled ginger beer. Stir gently.
Garnish with an apple wedge and enjoy!
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INGREDIENTS:
2 oz Kettle One Vodka
1/2 oz Spiced Apple Rum
1 oz Apple Cider
Splash of Ginger Beer
TO MAKE:
In a copper mule cup, combine all ingredients, add ice and garnish with apple slices.
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