Top 7 Holiday Cocktails to Bring You Christmas Cheer

The lingering scent of freshly cut balsam fir fills the room. The ornaments are hung and the lights are twinkling. The presents, perfectly wrapped in shiny reds and greens, are nestled snugly under the tree. The stockings are dangling from the mantle above a crackling fire. Bing Crosby croons White Christmas, and snowflakes are just starting fall.

Outside, the kids are playing in the snow. Finally a moment of peace! From shopping for presents, decorating the tree, baking cookies, running errands, and shoveling snow, your nerves are starting to wear thin. Do you know what will get you back in the spirit? A holiday cocktail! You can make these festive drinks at home or go to your favorite bar for one of these handcrafted cocktails near you in Buford, GA. This list of top 7 holiday cocktails will put the jingle back in your bells!

Candy Cane CocktailShake together equal parts vanilla rum, peppermint schnapps and white chocolate liqueur with ice, and pour into a fancy glass. You can sprinkle crushed peppermint over the top to make it extra festive.

Spiked Hot ChocolateHeat up 8 ounces of water or milk and mix in your favorite brand of powdered hot chocolate. To give it an extra holiday kick you can add peppermint, cinnamon, or vanilla schnapps. Sprinkle with mini marshmallows and enjoy!

Hot Buttered RumThis special holiday drink combines brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves into a sweet and spicy holiday treat. Add your favorite rum and hot water. Mmmmm, buttery!

SangriaThis beautiful magenta fruit and wine cocktail will add some sparkle to your evening. Combine red wine, cranberry or pomegranate juice, apple cider, brandy, honey, cranberries, chopped apples and pomegranate seeds. Chill well before serving.

Mulled WineAnother wine cocktail, mulled wine is deliciously spiced and served warm. In a large pot, heat sugar, citrus fruit peels, cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and a small amount of red wine until the sugar is dissolved and a syrup is formed. Turn the heat down low and add the rest of your wine. Stir together and serve warm. Yum!

Hot Spiced Apple Cider Another toasty hot drink on a cold, wintery night, hot spiced apple cider is everyone’s favorite! Heat up your favorite brand of apple cider and add plenty of dark rum or whiskey. Serve with a cinnamon stick. Spicy!

Alcoholic EggnogBuy a carton of high-quality eggnog from the dairy section of your local grocery store. Add bourbon, dark rum, or cognac. Or a combination of all three! Sprinkle with a dusting of nutmeg. The holidays can’t get any sweeter than that!

Don’t let the holiday season stress you out! Set aside some time for you and whip up one of these fancy holiday cocktails at home. Or for a special night out, look for these tasty handcrafted cocktails near me in Buford, GA.

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