CHRISTMAS is the perfect excuse to raise a glass filled with festive flavours.
Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or treating yourself to a seasonal tipple, these delicious and easy-to-make cocktails will add a little extra cheer to your celebrations.
Gather your ingredients, turn on the Christmas lights, and let the holiday spirit flow.
Winter Margarita
A tart and refreshing twist on the classic margarita, this cranberry-forward delight is perfect for the season.
How to Make It:
- Rim your glasses with lime juice and sugar for a frosty look.
- In a shaker, combine ice, 3 oz cranberry juice, the juice of one lime, 1 oz Cointreau, and 2 oz tequila. Shake until well chilled.
- Pour into the prepared glasses and garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for an elegant touch.
Santa Spritz
This quick and festive bubbly cocktail is ideal for Christmas parties.
How to Make It:
- Fill a glass with ice and fill about a third of the glass with Prosecco.
- Top up with equal parts Aperol and cranberry juice.
- Garnish with a handful of cranberries for a merry finish.
White Christmas Mojito
This creamy, tropical mojito brings snowy vibes with a touch of holiday magic.
How to Make It:
- Muddle fresh mint leaves and lime wedges in a tall glass with 1 oz simple syrup.
- Add 1 oz lime juice, 1 oz white rum, 1 oz coconut rum, and 2 oz coconut milk. Stir well.
- Top with ice, shake, and pour into a tall glass filled with ice, and add a splash of sparkling water.
- Garnish with mint, pomegranate seeds, and a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive snowy effect.
Holiday Gin Fizz
A fizzy, festive gin cocktail perfect for cozying up by the fire.
How to Make It:
- In a shaker, combine 2 oz gin, 2 oz cranberry juice, 1 oz Cointreau, 1 oz lemon juice, 1 oz sugar syrup, and one egg white.
- Shake vigorously and then add ice and shake again until frothy.
- Strain into a short glass filled with ice and top with Prosecco.
- Garnish with sparklers for festive excitement.
Snowy Cosmopolitan
This show-stopping drink will light up your holiday gatherings with its sparkle and flair.
How to Make It:
- Prepare a rosemary snowglobe base by freezing water with a sprig of rosemary in a glass.
- In a shaker, mix ice, 2 oz vodka, 1 oz triple sec, white 1 oz cranberry juice, 1 oz lime juice, and a pinch of edible glitter.
- Shake until well combined and pour the mixture into the frozen snowglobe base and serve.
3-Ingredient Baileys Espresso Martini
Creamy, caffeinated, and effortlessly chic, this cocktail is a must for coffee lovers.
- How to Make It:
- In a shaker, combine 1 oz vodka, 2 oz freshly brewed espresso, and 2 oz Baileys with ice.
- Shake until cold and well mixed and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a few coffee beans, and enjoy your sophisticated sip.
From creamy indulgence to sparkling sophistication, these cocktails are guaranteed to spread holiday cheer. Cheers to a festive season filled with love, laughter, and delicious drinks!
