Get in the Christmas spirit(s) this season with these festive cocktails.
Craving the warming wallop of a mulled wine?
Or maybe the tart, sophisticated tickle of achampagne cocktail?
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We’ve got you.
Read on for the best Christmas cocktails that will keep the party going all winter long.
Cranberry Margaritas
Looking for something to sip on that’s not too sweet and not too tart?
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This refreshing cocktail is a perfectly balanced way to celebrate the holidays.
It’s refreshing and elegant, but don’t be fooled.
It will knock your Christmas socks off!
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We think St. Nicholas would love this hot cocoa cocktail after a long night of delivering gifts.
For a mocktail version, skip the vodka and add an herbal tea for the perfect Christmas breakfast sipper.
This citrusy yet tart drink will surely be a hit at your holiday party.
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Save yourself some much-needed time by going for pre-packaged pomegranate arils.
This just might be your new favorite Christmas cocktail to sip by the fire with loved ones.
Pomegranate Reverse Manhattan Cocktail
Hosting a holiday happy hour or dinner?
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Welcome your guests with this holiday twist on the classic Manhattan.
It’s a three-ingredient cocktail that goes heavier on the vermouth than the bourbon.
Pomegranate juice gives it that tart, fruity, holiday taste that everyone will love.
Champagne Cocktail No.
Amaretto contributes an almond flavor to the drink, making this cocktail a festive choice.
The traditional sidecar drink gets a seasonal twist with apple cider and maple syrup.
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Just keep it chilly in the refrigerator until the event!
Serve in a coupe glass.
Minty Moscow Mule Punch
Who knew a Moscow mule could be so refreshing?
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Just don’t forget to garnish with sprigs of mint!
The Sbagliato version of the Negroni uses Prosecco instead of gin for a lighter drink.
A slice of orange tops it all off.
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Pineapple liqueur brings a fruity flavor to the drink, while honey syrup sweetens, and bourbon warms.
Finish with a lemon peel, and you’ll have a cocktail everyone will want the recipe for.
Top off the drink with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
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The vibrant, red hue is the perfect color to celebrate the season.
Don’t forget about the tarragon-infused simple syrup, which adds a delicious, licorice-scented aroma.
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