Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Christmas Cocktails: 5 Festive Ideas to Make at Home
Christmas is a magical time of year, filled with moments of joy, laughter, and togetherness with friends and family. And what better way to toast to the season than with a delicious, festive cocktail? Christmas cocktails not only bring extra cheer to your celebrations, but they also capture the spirit of the holidays in every sip. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or simply want to treat yourself to something special, these Christmas cocktails are sure to be the perfect companions for your festive evenings.
Christmas-Flavoured Alcoholic Cocktails
For those looking to add a little extra spirit to their celebrations, we've whipped up some irresistible Christmas-flavoured alcoholic cocktails that combine cosy flavours with a festive flair. Check out these three must-try recipes!
Cinnamon and Orange-Scented Spritz
Ingredients:
- 90 ml Prosecco
- 60 ml Aperol
- 30 ml fresh orange juice
- 1 splash of soda or sparkling water
- Cinnamon to taste
To decorate:
- Cinnamon sticks
- Orange slices
- Coloured sugar for the rim of the glass
Preparation:
- Start by chilling a wine glass in the freezer.
- In the glass, pour the Prosecco, Aperol, and orange juice.
- Add a splash of soda or sparkling water and stir gently.
- Decorate the rim of the glass with golden sugar for a festive touch.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a cinnamon stick for an elegant Christmas vibe.
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Vanilla Irish Coffee
Ingredients:
- 200 ml hot coffee
- 50 ml Irish whiskey
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 100 ml fresh cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla pod
To decorate:
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla sugar for dusting
- Candy cane (optional)
Preparation:
- Brew a fresh cup of hot coffee and keep it piping hot.
- Lightly whip the fresh cream with the vanilla extract until it's fluffy but not too stiff.
- In a heat-resistant glass (like an Irish Coffee glass), pour in the Irish whiskey and add the brown sugar.
- Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Add the hot coffee and stir again.
- Using a spoon, gently pour the vanilla-flavoured whipped cream over the coffee so it floats on the surface.
- Dust the cream with vanilla sugar, and for a festive touch, add a Christmas candy cane.
Sparkling Cranberry Mojito
Ingredients:
- 50 ml white rum
- 30 ml cranberry juice
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- Soda or sparkling water
To decorate:
- Fresh cranberries
- Edible glitter
- Crushed ice
Preparation:
- In a tall glass, place the lime wedges, mint leaves, and brown sugar.
- Gently mash the ingredients with a pestle to release the lime juice and mint flavours.
- Add the cranberry juice and white rum.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Top off with soda and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries, a sprinkle of edible glitter, and a sprig of mint.
Holiday Mocktails: Alcohol-Free Christmas Cocktails
Christmas is for everyone, even those who prefer to skip the alcohol. Mocktails are a tasty and colourful alternative that keeps the festive spirit alive. Here are two delicious alcohol-free options for the holidays:
Santa's Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 100 ml cranberry juice
- 50 ml fresh lime juice
- 50 ml blood orange juice
- 100 ml lemon soda or sparkling water
- 1 teaspoon grenadine syrup (for a deep red colour)
To decorate:
- White sugar for the glass rim
- 1 slice of orange
- Fresh mint
- Crushed ice
Preparation:
Prepare your glass by rubbing a lime slice on the rim and dipping it in white sugar to create a snowy, Christmas-style rim.
In a shaker, combine cranberry juice, lime juice, blood orange juice, and grenadine syrup.
Add crushed ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
Pour the mixture into the prepared glass filled with crushed ice.
Top off with lemon soda or sparkling water, stirring lightly.
Garnish with an orange slice and a fresh mint leaf.
Christmas Fruit Punch (Serves 8-10)
Ingredients:
- 500 ml orange juice
- 500 ml cranberry juice
- 250 ml pomegranate juice
- 750 ml soda or sparkling water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for sweetening)
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1 handful of fresh cranberries
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise
- Ice cubes
Preparation:
- In a large punch bowl, mix the orange juice, cranberry juice, and pomegranate juice.
- Add the cinnamon stick and star anise for a spicy touch.
- If you prefer a sweeter punch, dissolve the brown sugar into the mix.
- Add the orange, lemon, and apple slices, along with the fresh cranberries.
- Slowly pour in the soda or sparkling water, stirring gently.
- Add ice cubes to keep the punch chilled.
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