20 of my favorite easy and festive cocktail recipes perfect for every occasion from brunch, barbecues, holiday parties, and more!
It’s the holiday season, and that usually means entertaining! Looking for a fun new cocktail recipe? Whether it’s for a party or just a date-night in, I love making craft cocktails at home. Depending on your mood, the season, or what you’re celebrating, this complete round-up of cocktail recipes has a little something for everyone. In my opinion, there is no wrong way to enjoy a good cocktail. So, to help make your life easier and ensure you have the perfect drink for every occasion, I’ve gathered 20 of my favorite festive cocktail recipes!
What do You Need For A Cocktail Party?
Lots of ice!
Have twice as many glasses available as those attending.
For standard two-hour parties, have one bottle of alcohol per every two guests.
Do different glasses serve a purpose or are they for looks?
For the most part when serving drinks at home, use whatever you have! That being said, glassware does have a purpose. For example, a snifter glass has a very short stem that is supposed to be cradled in the hand, helping warm the drink it contains. Sparkling wine, on the other hand, is best in a tall, narrow flute glass which helps preserve the bubbles and stop it from going flat too quickly. Moscow mules are best in copper mugs because they retain the cold the best which keeps the drink nice and chilled.
Can cocktails be non-alcoholic?
Most cocktail recipes can be made non-alcoholic (or into mocktails). Simply remove any alcohol from the recipe, and typically replace with club soda or additional juice from the recipe.
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20 Festive Cocktail Recipes
Easy French 75 Cocktail Recipe
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The ultimate celebratory cocktail recipe, the French 75 is bright, refreshing and effervesacent. Made with just three simple ingredients including gin, champagne and lemon juice.
This bright and herbal Moscow Mule recipe is infused with fresh rosemary and muddled with fresh mint and lime juice. It's the ultimate refreshing drink recipe!
This tart, refreshing, and slightly sweet cocktail will transport you to a warm ocean breeze after a single sip. Made with fresh grapefruit juice, cranberry juice, and lime juice, it tastes great with either vodka or gin.
A spicy twist on the traditional Moscow mule recipe, this version is made with gin, jalapeños and ginger beer. The perfect drink that’s zesty, spicy and not too sweet.
A classic gin cocktail, this Tom Collins recipe is made with fresh orange and lemon juice then topped with sparkling club soda. The ultimate party drink!
Made with freshly squeezed citrus juice, silver tequila, and sparkling water, this low carb skinny orange margarita recipe is refreshing, and not too sweet.
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