The holiday season is typically filled with cocktail parties and other gatherings that bring together family and friends to toast to the end of the year. Though these parties might be on hold this year, you can still share a festive drink with those you love. A virtual holiday happy hour is the perfect way to share warmth this year, even while apart, and create a new tradition.
We’ve created four extra festive cocktails that couldn’t be more perfect for the season. Even better: With the help of the right tools, they’re easy to make. Pick your favorite of the four recipes to share with family and friends before your virtual happy hour so everyone can shake (or stir) the same celebratory drink for the occasion.
Mulled Wine
A steamy mug of red wine infused with orange zest and holiday spices like ginger and cardamom is a classic winter cocktail that’s easy to make and even easier to love. A strainer makes it simple to remove the zest and whole spices from the mulled wine after it's simmered.
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Cranberry Negroni
This twist on a negroni cocktail is perfectly seasonal thanks to a splash of sweet and tangy cranberry juice. A cocktail shaker is an essential tool in this recipe, making it easy to stir the ingredients together with ice, so the drink is perfectly chilled before it’s strained into a glass.
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Hot Toddy
Nothing warms you up better from the inside out than a hot toddy. This simple combination of rye whisky, honey, ginger, lemon, and hot water is festive and seasonal. Reach for a set of measuring spoons to make it easy to measure and add the sticky honey to the mug.
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Pomegranate Bellini
Bubbles feel celebratory all year long, but they especially fit the mood during the holiday season. Use a double jigger to easily measure out both the tart pomegranate juice and prosecco for this simple cocktail.
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Even though this year wasn’t what we expected, there’s still a lot to celebrate. These festive cocktails are the perfect way to toast the good moments with the people you love. For more holiday recipes and cooking tips, read more on the blog.
