Get into the Festive Spirit
Christmas is the time for gathering together and celebrating family, friendship and the season. There really is no better way to do so than raising a glass of cheer – something seasonal and special to warm the cockles. Here are some of our favourite winter cocktails. Just add some thirsty guests.
How To Make A Ginger Bellini
This is a truly simple cocktail to make, only two ingredients but none the less festive for it.
Serves 1
Ingredients:
I measure ginger liqueur
Prosecco
Champagne saucer or flute
Method:
Pour a measure of ginger liqueur into the glass
Top up with Prosecco
How To Make A Bourbon Sour
Made with bourbon, orange and maple syrup this is a real winter warmer and a twist on a traditional whisky sour.
Serves 1
Ingredients:
1 measure bourbon
1 tbsp each of lemon and orange juice
Half tbsp maple syrup
Slice of orange to garnish
Crushed ice
Cocktail shaker
Whisky tumbler
Method:
Add the bourbon, maple syrup, lemon and orange juice to a cocktail shaker and give it a good shake
Strain over crushed ice
How To Make A Cranberry Crush
Refreshing and super-easy to make (and drink.) Cheers!
Serves 1
Ingredients:
1 measure vodka
1 measure Cointreau
Cranberry and orange juice
Twist of lime peel
Frozen cranberries
Crushed ice
Martini glass
Method:
Pour the vodka and Cointreau over crushed ice
Top up with cranberry and orange juice
Garnish with a couple of frozen cranberries and a twist of lime peel
What’s your favourite festive beverage?
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