Making Spirits Bright

Delight guests with seasonally-inspired flavors like sweet candy canes, decadent chocolate, tart cranberries and comforting apple cider. Prepare these large-format batches ahead of time to ensure effortless hosting. When guests arrive, they can pour, ladle or shake their drinks themselves — in other words, they mix and you mingle! We’ve also included simple nonalcoholic swaps so everyone can raise a glass and join the cheer this season.

Batch Chocolate Peppermint Martini

Who could’ve guessed you can batch a martini? This make-ahead option makes it easy to be bartender and host for the night.

Nonalcoholic Chocolate Peppermint Martini

Batch Spiced Hot Toddy

Fresh spices and a touch of honey take this cozy classic to new levels.

Batch Spiced Nonalcoholic Hot Toddy

Batch Cranberry Pomegranate Sangria

Simple garnishes make this sangria a stunning seasonal sipper.

Nonalcoholic Batch Cranberry Pomegranate Sangria

Easy garnishes that bring the holiday magic:

Cinnamon Sticks

Aromatic and visually appealing, cinnamon sticks can be added to warm drinks like mulled wine or cider.

Chocolate Shavings

These add a dessert-like indulgence especially when paired with peppermint or orange flavors.

Orange Peels

Orange peels add a citrusy aroma and an extra touch of elegance when twisted or cut into fun shapes.

Pomegranate Seeds

Offering a jewel-like appearance and a burst of sweet-tart flavor, pomegranate seeds are a beautiful holiday garnish.

Rosemary Sprigs

These fragrant additions also add an herbal note and resemble miniature Christmas trees.

Star Anise

With a unique star shape and sweet, licorice-like flavor, star anise can be floated on top of cocktails.

Edible Gold Leaf

Small flakes of edible gold leaf can be used to create a shimmering effect.

Candy Canes

Crushed or whole, candy canes make a minty, cheerful garnish.

Cranberries

Fresh or sugared cranberries add a pop of festive red color and tart flavor.