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The Mistletoe Kiss Cocktail
To this day, one of my preferred drinks remains a straightforward vodka and cranberry, and those bellinis were quite reminiscent. The only difference is that instead of the vodka's sharpness, you savor a effervescent mouthful of champagne. Mmmmm!
Ingredients
Rosemary Syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 sprig rosemary
Mistletoe Kiss Drink
- 6 oz vodka
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 oz rosemary simple syrup
- 1 can club soda
Toppers
- 1 handful cranberries
- 2 sprigs rosemary
Instructions
- To make the rosemary simple syrup: Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan set over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil while stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Allow the mixture to boil for 5 minutes then remove from the heat and drop in the sprig of rosemary. Allow the rosemary to steep for about 15 minutes and then discard the rosemary. Pour the simple syrup into a glass jar or bottle, cool to room temperature, cover, and refrigerate.
- To make a small batch: Pour vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup into a drink shaker filled with ice. Cover and shake well to blend. Divide drink mix between 2 rocks glasses filled with ice, straining the ice from the shaker as you pour. You'll only want to fill the glasses ¾-full. Top with club soda and a few cranberries for garnish. Add a sprig of rosemary to use as a stirrer.
- When ready to serve, pour the drink mix into an ice-filled rocks glass to ¾-full. Top each drink with club soda and a few cranberries for garnish. Add a sprig of rosemary to each drink as they are served to use as a stirrer.
Lillet Winter Thyme
While Lillet may not currently reside in your liquor cabinet, once you add this cocktail to your repertoire, you'll find it essential to ensure a consistent supply is always on hand.
Ingredients
Drink Recipe
- 1 1/2 oz Lillet Blanc
- 1 1/2 oz Pear Juice
- 1 1/2 oz Tonic Water
- 1/2 oz Cinnamon Syrup
- 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
Toppers
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 1 slice pear
- 1 stick thyme
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice and add all ingredients except the Tonic Water.
- Finally, fill with Tonic Water and garnish the glasses with the decoration.
Gingerbread White Russian
This festive variation of the timeless White Russian cocktail adds a perfect holiday touch. It serves as a delightful seasonal indulgence, and while the charming gingerbread figure is optional, its cuteness adds an extra special holiday flair.
Ingredients
Drink Recipe
- 1/4 cup vodka
- 3 tbsp Kahlua
- 2-4 tbsp gingerbread syrup
- 2-4 tbsp heavy cream
Toppers
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 1 gingerbread cookie
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice. Add the vodka, Kahlua, and gingerbread syrup. Stir gently.
- Add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Garnish with cinnamon and a gingerbread cookie
Pomegranate Ombre Sparkler
For a cheerful twist on the classic mimosa, opt for this festive yet uncomplicated choice. With just two ingredients, it's an excellent go-to cocktail to keep in your repertoire, especially for unexpected guests. The recipe involves a delightful blend of sweet pomegranate juice and sparkling wine – a straightforward concoction with only two simple elements.
Ingredients
Drink Recipe
- 3 dashes sparkling wine
- 1/8 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 stick rosemary sprigs
- 1 handful pomegranates
Instructions
- Pour pomegranate juice in a flute filled with ice cubes.
- Top with sparkling wine by carefully pouring on the side of the glass
- Garnish with rosemary sprig. Cheers!
Rudolph’s Cranberry Fizz
Watch out! Rudolph is making an entrance!! This delightful cocktail adds an extra touch of fun with a cute marshmallow Rudolph reindeer casually perched on the rim. It's both festive and whimsical.
Ingredients
Drink Recipe
- 10 cranberries
- 6 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 oz gin
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 3 oz sweet vermouth
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1 cup champagne
Toppers
- 2 marshmallows
- 4 cloves
- 1 toothpick
Instructions
- Muddle 8 of the cranberries and 2 of the rosemary sprigs in a shaker.
- Add gin, cranberry juice and vermouth and shake vigorously with ice.
- Strain into 2 chilled cocktail glasses. Top each glass with Champagne.
- To garnish, place the remaining 4 rosemary sprigs into 2 marshmallows to create antlers. Break the toothpick in half and insert into front of the marshmallow and attach the remaining cranberries to create the noses. Then, place the 4 cloves between the noses and antlers to create eyes.
Very Merry Ornamentini
This will definitely give your guests a conversation starter! It's not just a seasonal twist on a cosmo; it comes in a Christmas ornament. I mean, how cool is that! You can place these in martini glasses, arrange them in a bucket of ice, or even hang them on your tree for convenient access during those awkward family moments throughout the season. We're here to assist!
Equipment
- 1 ornament
Ingredients
Drink Recipe
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/2 cup orange liqueur
- 1/2 cup cherry juice
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice (no pulp!)
Toppers
- 1 handful sugared cranberries
- 1 fresh rosemary sprig
Instructions
- Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously.
- Using a funnel, pour the mixture into four 3-inch clear glass ornaments that have been rinsed. Replace the topper on each ornament.
- Add sugared cranberries and a rosemary sprig to four martini glasses. Set the ornament in the glass to serve. Before drinking, slowly pour the contents of the ornament onto the cranberries.
Cheers to the holiday season & remember to drink responsibly!
I hope you derive as much joy from preparing these holiday cocktails as I did! Exercise caution around reindeer, as they can be a bit feisty. Be wary of opening the door to random carolers, as they might be bandits, and do your best to avoid finding yourself under the mistletoe with a relative—it’s awkward for everyone involved. Cheers!
