Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Holiday Cocktail Ideas

Having your family and friends over for the holidays? Tired of the same ol egg nog, cold beer and wine? Here are a couple of ideas for holiday cocktails to get everyone in the cheerful spirit.

Bailey's Peppermint Cream
Ingredients:
  • 1.5oz Bailey's with a hint of mint chocolate
  • 4oz Hot chocolate
  • Fresh whipped cream
  • Peppermint candy cane 
Preparation:

Pour the bailey's and hot chocolate into a coffee mug. Top with a scoop of whipped cream. Sprinkle with crushed candy cane on top. Garnish with a mint leaf. Enjoy

Gingerbread Apple Cocktail

Ingredients:
  • 2oz Domaine de Canton
  • 1oz Vanilla vodka
  • 2.5oz Apple cider
  • A few drops of lemon juice
  • Orange zest
  • Agave Syrup
Preparation:

Line a chilled martini glass lightly with agave syrup on a dish followed by spiced graham cracker crumbs. Place all ingredients except for orange zest in a shaker and shake vigorously. Strain into glass. Freshly grate orange zest on drink and serve immediately. Enjoy

1 comment:

  1. Nice holiday drinks. I love that peppermint one particularly.

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