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The holidays are here and we are celebrating with 12 Days of Easy Christmas co*cktails! We picked our favorites and trust us when we say there’s something for everyone!
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Break out of your beer and wine rut and make your holiday party the hottest invite in town. With this list of co*cktails at the ready, you are ready for any last-minute guests and guaranteed to celebrate the season in style.
Without further ado, let's get mixing!
1.On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…. AMetropolitan Cranberry Martini. Perfectly balanced with tart and sweet flavors, if this twist on your typical Cosmopolitan doesn’t win your true love over, I’m not sure what will.
Metropolitan Cranberry Martini
Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart this Metropolitan Cranberry Martini is an updated twist on the traditional cosmo!
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2. Shake up the ordinary on the second day of Christmas and serve a batch of theseBourbon Aperol co*cktails. A seasonal update on the gin and tonic will have you ready to toast happy hour in style.
Bourbon Aperol co*cktails
Need a signature fall co*cktail? Look no further than these eye-catching Bourbon Aperol co*cktails made with Bourbon, Aperol, Prosecco (or club soda) and a touch of simple syrup.Perfect for tailgating, Halloween or Thanksgiving!
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3. Delight all of your guests on Day 3 with this make-ahead batch co*cktail recipe forMeyer Lemon Whiskey Sours. The tangy combination of citrus and whiskey will brighten any day!
Meyer Lemon Whiskey Sour recipe
This Whiskey Sour recipe gives a classic whiskey co*cktail a fun, seasonal twist with the addition of Meyer lemon juice. It’s a delicious batch co*cktail for any party!
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4. Sweeten up Day 4 with some boozy chocolate milk! ThisChocolate Martinirecipe is our favorite way to toast the holidays - just measure, shake and pour! Easy Christmas co*cktails don't get much better than this!
Chocolate Martini
This decadent Chocolate Martini is one of our favorite after-dinner drinks. Rich and creamy, this co*cktail is the best "adult" chocolate milk you will ever have!You only need 5 ingredients, a shaker, and 5 minutes to make this fabulous Godiva Chocolate Martini that is sure to have everyone asking for the recipe.
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5.You didn’t think we would leave out bubbles, did you? Everything is better with bubbles, plus when you add gin,elderflower liqueurand serve it with a fancy sugar rim you know it’s going to be a tasty way to toast Day 5! Cheers toGin, Elderflower Prosecco co*cktails!
Elderflower, Gin and Prosecco co*cktail
This Gin, Elderflower Prosecco co*cktail is a smooth sipper that is perfect to celebrate any occasion!
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6.Add a little spice to Day 6 with theseGold Rush co*cktails with Bourbon and Ginger Liqueur. This 3-ingredient ginger martini will warm up any chilly evening. These simple sippers are holiday co*cktails at their finest!
Ginger Gold Rush co*cktail
Forget the rest! A unique ingredient (ginger liqueur) gives this Gold Rush co*cktail a warm, spicy finish for a delicious spin on a classic drink.
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7. Calling all tequila lovers! Day 7 is your day! We swapped out the traditional vodka and used tequila in thisPomegranate Martini!Don’t forget the sugared rim - it’s the perfect finish to this smooth martini.
Pomegranate Martini
A smooth martini made with tequila, pomegranate juice, lime juice and Grand Marnier.
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8.It’s not the holidays without cranberries, is it? Kick off your holiday happy hour on Day 8 with aSparkling Cranberry Gin co*cktail. The refreshing sipper is easy to make and is a tasty way to add a little seasonal style to your Christmas co*cktails!
Sparkling Cranberry Gin co*cktails
These festive Sparkling Cranberry Gin Christmas co*cktails are one of our favorite drinks made with cranberry juice and a beautiful way to toast the holiday season!
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9.It’s Day 9 and time to cozy up with a classic. You survived the mall and now it's time to reward yourself with aPerfect Manhattan co*cktailand a fire.
Perfect Manhattan co*cktail
A Perfect Manhattan co*cktail is a classic whiskey drink that never goes out of style.
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10.We didn’t forget about brunch! Start Day 10 with aCranberry Mimosa. This seasonal twist on a classic mimosa co*cktail is just what your holiday brunch menu needs. (It’s just an added bonus that looks gorgeous on your buffet table!)
Cranberry Mimosa
Cranberry and orange pair perfectly in this great brunch co*cktail.
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11.It’s Day 11, and the end is in sight. The hard work is done, and it’s time to kick your feet up and turn on a Hallmark movie. Add this rich and creamyChocolate Raspberry Martinito the mix for a perfect nightcap.
Chocolate Raspberry Martini
Planning a special meal at home? Don’t fret about dessert and serve the sweet finish in a glass instead with this easy Chocolate Raspberry Martini.
12.It’s toasting time. On Day 12, take a moment and soak it all in. There’s no better way to celebrate your friends and family than with aClassic Champagne co*cktail.
Classic Champagne co*cktail
Bubbles make every occasion special, and this easy, 4-ingredient Classic Champagne co*cktail is party-ready.
You're sure to find something to toast with these 12 Easy Christmas co*cktail Recipes. Cheers to the best holiday co*cktails in the neighborhood!
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Hi, I’m Lisa! Looking for the party? It’s probably at my house. Nothing brings me more joy than sharing good food with friends and family. That and a seriously good co*cktail.
