Christmas Party Cocktails
Christmas Party Cocktails
The festive season is a wonderful time to gather with friends and family, and what better way to celebrate than with some delightful Christmas party cocktails? Here are a few creative ideas to add a touch of holiday magic to your gatherings.
Classic Eggnog
No Christmas party is complete without a classic eggnog. This creamy and spiced drink is a traditional favorite.
**Ingredients:**
- 4 cups of milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of bourbon or rum (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. In a saucepan, combine milk, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Slowly bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until creamy.
3. Gradually add the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until it thickens.
5. Remove from heat and stir in bourbon or rum if desired.
Cranberry Moscow Mule
This cocktail adds a festive twist to the traditional Moscow Mule, perfect for a holiday treat.
**Ingredients:**
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- Ginger beer
- Fresh cranberries and lime slices for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. Fill a copper mug with ice.
2. Pour vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice over the ice.
3. Top with ginger beer and stir gently.
4. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a slice of lime.
Peppermint White Russian
A cool and minty take on the classic White Russian, this cocktail is sure to please peppermint lovers.
**Ingredients:**
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz peppermint schnapps
- 1 oz heavy cream
- Crushed candy canes for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, and peppermint schnapps.
3. Top with heavy cream and stir.
4. Garnish with crushed candy canes for a festive touch.
Spiced Apple Cider Sangria
This warm and spiced sangria is ideal for those cozy winter evenings.
**Ingredients:**
- 1 bottle of white wine
- 2 cups of apple cider
- 1/2 cup of brandy
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise pods
**Instructions:**
1. In a large pitcher, combine wine, apple cider, and brandy.
2. Add apple slices, orange slices, cinnamon stick, and star anise.
3. Stir gently and let it sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
4. Serve chilled and enjoy the warming spices.
These cocktails are sure to bring joy and merriment to your Christmas party. Cheers to a festive season filled with happiness and good company!