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12 Cocktails of Chrismtas – Day #12: Santa Hat Shots
Last day! I thought for the last day around Christmas, with everyone rushed and in a stress, why not go for something nice and easy? These little jelly shots make the best Santa Hats! Not much more to say, but Merry Christmas everyone and I hope you’ve all enjoyed my 12 Cocktails of Christmas! WhatContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Chrismtas – Day #12: Santa Hat Shots”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #11: Gin Bauble Smash
This cocktail recipe is another that isn’t my own, and the recipe credit goes to Four Pillars. Their Australian Christmas Gin features as the star of this recipe, so if you can get your hands on some I highly recommend! It sells out fast every year so as soon as it’s out, get buying, FourContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #11: Gin Bauble Smash”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #10: Grasshopper
A Grasshopper is a classic cocktail, and this time there’s no spin or twist. This creamy, minty cocktail SCREAMS Christmas to me, and there’s no better but simpler way to go! What You’ll Need: Glass: Cocktail Glass Ingredients: Crème de Menthe White Crème de Cacao Heavy Cream (or Milk) Garnish: Whipped cream and crushed candyContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #10: Grasshopper”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #9: Smores Martini
S’mores may not just be a Christmas time thing, but indulgence certainly is, and with a mix of marshmallows and chocolate and cream, that’s definitely what this is! Despite all those ingredients, the drink itself isn’t too sweet it’ll leave you feeling on a sugar crash, so that’s always a bonus! What You’ll Need: Glass:Continue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #9: Smores Martini”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #8: Apple Cider Old Fashioned
This one can be served warm or cold, making it the perfect go to for any occasion. I initially created this drink with only serving it cold in mind, but it’s almost nicer warmed up! And who doesn’t love a warm, apple, cinnamon drink on a Christmas night? What You’ll Need: Glass: Irish Coffee MugContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #8: Apple Cider Old Fashioned”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #7: Peppermint Espresso Martini
The colour of this one didn’t work so well with the added Irish Cream, but still tasty and would look great without it! Everyone needs coffee at Christmas time, and what better way than through booze to get it, AND with a Christmassy peppermint flavour? What You’ll Need: Glass: Cocktail Glass Ingredients: Vodka Espresso KahlúaContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #7: Peppermint Espresso Martini”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #6: Very Merry Ornamentini
Day #6 I saw a cocktail named this and had to steal it! But the recipe, like all the drinks except Day #11 is my own. You can really taste the alcohol coming through in this one (which made it a crowd favourite!). What You’ll Need: Glass: Cocktail Glass and Glass Bauble Ingredients: Vodka CointreauContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #6: Very Merry Ornamentini”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #5: Gingerbread Cookie Cocktail
Day #5 has to be one of my favourites so far. Although a bit sweet for my usual taste, the drink actually tastes like a gingerbread cookie and leaves such a nice aftertaste! The orange and brown sugar rim adds a whole new level of delicious to this drink too, if you only try oneContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #5: Gingerbread Cookie Cocktail”
12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #4: Mimosas
Day #4 I couldn’t choose between which Mimosa recipe to include, so you get both! I will mention now, I found the quality of Champagne / Prosecco you use will make quite a difference to taste, so if you’re making these for friends and family at a gathering, just keep that in mind! What You’llContinue reading “12 Cocktails of Christmas – Day #4: Mimosas”
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