As the snow begins to fall and the holiday lights twinkle, Canadians all over the country are
embracing the magic of the festive season. While traditions and celebrations may differ from
home to home, one thing that unites us all is the joy of sharing good company and raising a
glass in celebration. Whether you’re cozied up by the fire in a cozy condo or taking in an epic
holiday party, there’s a perfect Christmas-inspired drink for every occasion. Join us as we
journey through the diverse and delicious world of holiday cocktails, offering you eight delightful
recipes to make your celebrations even merrier.
1. Merry Maple Old Fashioned:
2 oz Crown Royal Whisky
1/2 oz pure maple syrup
2 dashes of Angostura bitters
Orange peel for garnish
Instructions:
In a mixing glass, combine whisky, maple syrup, and bitters.
Stir well with ice until chilled.
Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube.
Garnish with a twist of orange peel.
2. Crimson Christmas Gin Fizz
1.5 oz Bombay Sapphire Gin
1 oz cranberry juice
1/2 oz fresh lime juice
Soda water
Fresh cranberries for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a highball glass with ice.
Add gin, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
Top with soda water and gently stir.
Garnish with fresh cranberries.
3. Spiked Cocoa
1 cup hot chocolate
1 oz Jameson Irish Whisky
Whipped cream
Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare a cup of hot chocolate.
Stir in the whisky.
Top with a dollop of whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
4. Frosted Maple 75
1.5 oz Mionetto Prestige Prosecco Brut Sparkling Wine
1 oz Canadian Club Rye
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz maple syrup
Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions:
In a shaker, combine rye whisky, lemon juice, and maple syrup.
Shake with ice and strain into a champagne flute.
Top with Mionetto Prestige Prosecco Brut Sparkling Wine.
Garnish with a twist of lemon.
5. Candy Cane White Russian
2 oz Grey Goose Vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur
2 oz milk
Crushed candy canes for rim
Instructions:
Rim a glass with crushed candy canes.
In a shaker, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, and milk.
Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
6. Northern Lights Punch
2 oz Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey
1 oz cranberry juice
1/2 oz fresh lime juice
Ginger beer
Lime wedge and fresh cranberries for garnish
Instructions:
In a glass filled with ice, combine whisky, cranberry juice, and lime juice.
Top with ginger beer and stir gently.
Garnish with a lime wedge and fresh cranberries.
7. Canadian Apple Cider Sangria
2 cups apple cider
1 bottle Tocornal Sauvignon Blanc
1/2 cup apple brandy
Sliced apples, oranges, and cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions:
In a pitcher, combine apple cider, white wine, and apple brandy.
Add sliced fruit and cinnamon sticks.
Chill for at least an hour before serving.
8. Holiday Spice Martini
2 oz Captain Morgan White Rum
1/2 oz amaretto liqueur
1/2 oz cinnamon syrup
Cinnamon stick and star anise for garnish
Instructions:
In a mixing glass, combine rum, amaretto, and cinnamon syrup.
Stir with ice until well chilled.
Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a cinnamon stick and star anise.
These Christmas cocktails are sure to add warmth and cheer to your holiday celebrations..
Remember to enjoy responsibly and, if needed, utilize Boo Zapp’s convenient alcohol delivery
service to keep the party going all night long. Cheers to a joyous holiday season!
