Shake, stir, and pour your way into the hearts of your customers with these seasonal delights.
1. Winter Wonderland Martini
This frosty martini is a delightful blend of winter flavors, perfect for those chilly evenings when your patrons want something both refreshing and indulgent.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Peppermint Schnapps
- 1/2 oz White Chocolate Liqueur
- Crushed Candy Cane (for rimming)
Instructions:
- Rim the martini glass with crushed candy cane.
- In a shaker, combine vodka, peppermint schnapps, and white chocolate liqueur with ice.
- Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
2. Spiced Apple Bourbon Fizz
This cocktail captures the essence of the season with the warmth of bourbon and the comforting taste of spiced apples, creating a festive fizz that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 1 oz Spiced Apple Syrup
- 1/2 oz Lemon Juice
- Ginger Beer
- Apple Slice (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a shaker, mix bourbon, spiced apple syrup, and lemon juice with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with ginger beer and garnish with a thin apple slice.
3. Cranberry Mule
Give the classic Moscow Mule a holiday twist by incorporating the tartness of cranberries. It’s a refreshing option that brings a burst of festive color to your cocktail menu.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Cranberry Juice
- 1/2 oz Lime Juice
- Ginger Beer
- Fresh Cranberries (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a copper mug, combine vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice with ice.
- Top with ginger beer and stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries.
4. Eggnog Old Fashioned
Give the timeless Old Fashioned a holiday makeover by incorporating rich, velvety eggnog. This drink is a nostalgic nod to seasonal traditions.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 1 oz Eggnog
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- Orange Peel (for garnish)
- Nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, eggnog, and simple syrup with ice.
- Stir well and strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
- Express the orange peel over the drink and garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg.
5. Gingerbread White Russian
This festive twist on the classic White Russian brings the cozy flavors of gingerbread to the forefront, making it a dessert-like treat for your patrons.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Coffee Liqueur
- 1 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Gingerbread Syrup
- Cream
- Gingerbread Cookie (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a rocks glass, combine coffee liqueur, vodka, and gingerbread syrup with ice.
- Stir gently and float cream on top.
- Garnish with a small gingerbread cookie.
