Five Holiday Cocktails
Celebrate Christmas with these fun alcohol free drinks to wow your guests.
Cranberry Ginger Sparkler: This festive drink combines the tartness of cranberries with the warmth of ginger. Simply mix cranberry juice, ginger ale, and a splash of lime juice. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary or a slice of orange.
Ingredients:
4 ounces cranberry juice
4 ounces ginger ale
1 ounce lime juice
Fresh cranberries and mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a glass with ice.
Add cranberry juice, ginger ale, and lime juice.
Stir gently to combine.
Garnish with fresh cranberries and a mint sprig.
Optional: For a festive touch, you can rim the glass with sugar or salt.
Enjoy this refreshing and festive mocktail!
Peppermint Mocha: This rich and creamy mocktail is perfect for a cozy Christmas gathering. Blend together cold brew coffee, peppermint syrup, chocolate milk, and ice. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.
Ingredients:
1 cup strong cold brew coffee
1/2 cup chocolate milk
1/4 cup peppermint syrup
Ice cubes
Whipped cream, for topping
Chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions:
Combine Ingredients: In a blender, combine cold brew coffee, chocolate milk, peppermint syrup, and ice cubes.
Blend: Blend until smooth and frothy.
Serve: Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Tips:
Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter drink, add more chocolate milk or a sweetener of your choice.
Customize flavor: For a stronger peppermint flavor, add more peppermint syrup.
Serve hot: For a cozy winter drink, heat the blended mixture before serving.
Enjoy this delicious and festive mocktail!
Apple Cider Mimosa: This non-alcoholic take on a classic mimosa is both refreshing and festive. Combine apple cider, sparkling water, and a splash of cranberry juice. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a slice of apple.
Ingredients:
4 ounces apple cider
4 ounces sparkling water or ginger ale
2 ounces cranberry juice
Cinnamon stick, for garnish
Orange slice, for garnish
Instructions:
Chill Glass: Chill a champagne flute or a wine glass.
Combine Ingredients: In a pitcher, combine apple cider, sparkling water, and cranberry juice.
Pour: Pour the mixture into the chilled glass.
Garnish: Garnish with a cinnamon stick and an orange slice.
Pomegranate Spritzer: This vibrant and refreshing mocktail is perfect for a Christmas party. Combine pomegranate juice, sparkling water, and a splash of lime juice. Garnish with a pomegranate seed or a sprig of mint.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
- Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Glasses: Fill a glass with ice cubes.
2. Mix the Ingredients: In a pitcher, combine the pomegranate juice, sparkling water, and lime juice. Stir gently to mix.
3. Pour and Serve: Pour the mixture over the ice-filled glass.
4. Garnish: Add a few pomegranate seeds and a sprig of mint for a festive touch.
5. Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing mocktail at your Christmas party!
Spiced Orange Holiday Mocktail, This delightful blend encapsulates the essence of festive cheer. It combines the refreshing brightness of freshly squeezed orange juice with the comforting spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups orange juice (freshly squeezed, if possible)
- 1 cup sparkling water or ginger ale
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Orange slices (for garnish)
- Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Mix the Spices: In a pitcher, combine the orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and honey or maple syrup. Stir well until the spices are fully incorporated.
2. Add Sparkling Water: Gently mix in the sparkling water or ginger ale.
3. Prepare Glasses: Fill glasses with ice cubes.
4. Pour and Garnish: Pour the spiced orange mixture over the ice. Garnish with orange slices and a cinnamon stick.
5. Serve: Enjoy this festive and refreshing holiday mocktail with family and friends!