With all the stress that goes into hosting and planning and wrapping around the holidays, it's easy to forget about the cocktail list.
But I'm begging you, don't! Creating and crafting cocktails is so much fun, and so creative. Plus, it majorly impresses any guest you might be entertaining.
Please enjoy! And let me know in the comments if you tried any of these!
Cranberry Moscow Mule
The classic Moscow mule gets a holiday twist with this recipe. Quick, easy to make and using simple ingredients, this drink is sure to be a crowd-please at your next holiday party. Batching instructions are in the body of the blog.
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Cranberry Margarita
The cranberry margarita (also known as a Christmas or holiday margarita) is the perfect holiday cocktail. It's sweet, salty, tart, and bursting with cranberry and orang flavor.
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Pomegranate Martini
This delectable holiday cocktail is an absolute showstopper. On top of that, the pomegranate martini is easy to make, and you can do it beforehand in batches (see notes). Whip this up and you're sure to impress all your guests at your next get-together!
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Pornstar Martini
This pornstar martini cocktail (aka passion fruit martini) is fruity, fresh, fun and elegant. It's quick, easy to make, and a total crowd-pleaser.
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Grapefruit Rosemary Sour
This grapefruit gin cocktail is light, refreshing, and oh-so-pretty. Perfect for afternoon cocktail hour basically any time of year!
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Blood Orange Mimosas with Basil Simple Syrup
These blood orange mimosas are going to level up your brunch game, especially with the hint of basil that comes with these! Juice the oranges and make the simple syrup ahead of time, and it's super easy to whip up a big batch of these for company.
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The Best Manhattan Recipe
The Manhattan is a classic for a reason, and for whiskey lovers especially, it's a go-to choice for an easy, well-balanced cocktail. The whiskey makes up the backbone of this drink while the sweet vermouth serves as it's perfect foil. Don't be afraid to switch up the ratios either, especially if you're not a fan of super booze forward drinks.
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The Amaretto Sour
The classic amaretto sour is a sweet, tart, rich and well balanced cocktail that's perfect for entertaining or sipping in front of the fire. The hint of almond balanced with whisky creates a perfect nutty/vanilla/caramel flavour profiles. Don't be intimidated, you can do this, and you'll be so glad you did.
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Easy Classic Negroni Recipe
The Negroni is a bitter, boozy drink that's perfect for an aperitif at your next dinner party. It's so easy to make, and you can even whip up a pitcher a head of time for super simple serving!
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Eggnog Latte (or Coffee)
This eggnog latte is rich, luxurious, creamy, and perfectly cozy. It wraps up everything you know and love about eggnog in coffee form, perfect for a snowy December morning treat. So light the fire, grab a blanket and some thick socks, and enjoy!
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