A festive twist on the classic margarita, perfect for holiday celebrations
The Ingredients
3 oz Cranberry Juice
1 oz Pomegranate Juice
Ā½ oz Lime Juice
Ā½ oz Orange Liqueur
2 oz Clear Tequila
The Process
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously up, down and all around. Strain into a glass over ice and garnish with frozen cranberries and rosemary.
The Finished Cocktail
A stunning holiday cocktail combining cranberry, pomegranate, and tequila, garnished with frozen cranberries and rosemary
Mistletoe Margarita
The Ingredients
1 Ā½ cups Silver Tequila
Ā½ cup Triple Sec
1 Ā½ cups Cranberry Juice
Ā½ cup Lime Juice
Ā½ cup Simple Syrup
1 cup Fresh Cranberries
Lime Wedges for garnish
The Mix
Add all liquid ingredients to a large pitcher and stir well to combine. The mixture should have a beautiful festive red color.
The Presentation
Pour over ice in individual glasses and garnish each with fresh cranberries and a lime wedge for that perfect holiday presentation.
White Christmas Margaritas
The Ingredients
10 ounces Silver Tequila
8 ounces Grand Marnier
8 ounces Lime Juice
8 ounces Coconut Water
8 ounces Canned Coconut Milk
6 ounces Coconut Cream
6 ounces Coconut Rum
6 ounces Simple Syrup
1 teaspoon Coconut Extract (if desired)
The Mixing Process
Mix all ingredients together well in a large measuring glass or bowl. Whisk everything together thoroughly - this works better than shaking due to the creamy coconut components.
The Finished Cocktail
A luxurious creamy white margarita that combines smooth coconut with classic margarita flavors for the perfect holiday twist.
Frosty Claus Margarita
The Ingredients
1 ounce tequila
1 oz cranberry juice
0.5 oz lime juice
0.5 oz. Triple Sec
The Process
Rim glasses with crushed candy canes or red sugar, then shake all ingredients together with ice until well combined.
The Finished Cocktail
A festive holiday margarita combining tequila, cranberry, and citrus, beautifully presented with a candy cane rim.
White Christmas Mojito
The ingredients
1 oz white rum
1 oz coconut rum
1 oz coconut cream
Seltzer water
Fresh mint leaves, lime and sugar for garnish
The Process
Combine white rum, coconut rum, and coconut cream in a shaker. Mix well and strain into a glass.
The Finished Cocktail
Top with seltzer water and garnish with fresh mint leaves, lime, and a sprinkle of sugar for a festive white Christmas look.
Santa's Hat Shirley
The Ingredients
2 oz vodka
1 oz grenadine
2 oz lime juice
Lemon lime soda for topping
The Mix
Mix together vodka, grenadine, and lime juice with ice, then top with lemon lime soda
The Finished Cocktail
A festive red cocktail that mirrors Santa's iconic hat colors
North Pole Coladas
The Ingredients
Ā¼ cup coconut milk
Ā¼ cup pineapple juice
Ā½ cup frozen pineapple juice
4 oz Prosecco
The Mixing Process
Blend all ingredients together until smooth and frothy
The Final Touch
Garnish with coconut flake rim for a snowy North Pole effect
Mistletoe Martini
The Ingredients
1.5 oz vodka,
1.5 oz cranberry juice,
.5 oz grenadine,
.5 oz simple syrup
The Mix
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake well until chilled
The Finished Cocktail
Strain into martini glass and garnish with fresh cranberries and mint
Peppermint Bark Mimosas
The Base
1 bottle of Prosecco chilled to perfection
The Flavor
6 oz peppermint schnapps for that holiday twist
The Presentation
Rimmed with chocolate syrup and candy cane for a festive finish
Spiked Hot Chocolate
The Classic Base
Rich hot chocolate made with real chocolate, perfect for spiking
The Spirits
1 oz Baileys and 1 oz rum for that perfect winter warmth
The Finishing Touch
Top with marshmallows for the perfect indulgent treat
The Grinch
The Base Spirits
1.5 oz vodka mixed with 1.5 oz Midori or Green apple Liqueur creates the signature green color
The Mix
Top off the green mixture with lemon lime soda for a festive fizz
The Final Touch
Garnish with a cherry for that perfect Grinch-themed contrast
Gingerbread Martini
The Ingredients
1 oz gingerbread liqueur
1 oz vodka
1 oz baileys
2 oz heavy cream
Pinch of ground ginger
The Mix
Combine liqueurs, vodka, and cream in a shaker with ice. Add a pinch of ground ginger for that perfect holiday spice.
The Finished Cocktail
Serve in a martini glass with an icing sugar rim and gingerbread cookie garnish for the perfect holiday presentation.
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