Bradleys Christmas Cocktails

To help inspire you, we’ve put together a few Christmas Cocktail ideas. Whatever your drink of choice, a good cocktail set will make things a lot easier! Secondly, quality matters, better ingredients make better cocktails. That being said, buy the brands you like – the golden rule, if you like it, it’s good!

Christmas Margarita

Why not include everyones favourite in your festivities this year? The addition of cranberry juice to this classic cocktail makes it a vibrant red with a sweet tart nuance. We recommend garnishing your drink with rosemary and fresh cranberries.

What you’ll need (for 1 drink):
1 1/2 ounce unsweetened cranberry juice
1 1/2 ounce tequila
1 ounce cointreau
1/2 ounce lime juice
1/2 ounce simple syrup
Ice for serving
Garnish: fresh cranberries & rosemary sprig

Christmas Martini

A festive martini is the perfect drink for entertaining over the Christmas holidays. It couldn’t be easier to make and the red colour adds a festive element.

What you’ll need (for 1 drink):
1 ounce vodka
1 ounce unsweetened cranberry juice
1/2 ounce cointreau
1/2 ounce lemon juice
2 teaspoons simple syrup
Garnish: fresh cranberries & rosemary sprig

Eggnog Cocktail

Eggnog is one of the most classic Christmas drinks you’ll find. Unlike most other drinks, it’s only really thought of during the holiday season. It’s versatile and can be enjoyed many different ways. This recipe uses vodka and amaretto, adding a nutty flavour to the classic eggnog drink.

What you’ll need (for 1 drink):
1 ounce amaretto
1 ounce vodka
2 ounces eggnog
pinch of nutmeg
pinch of cinnamon
Garnish: cinnamon stick

Pomegranate Mimosas

This pomegranate mimosa recipe is a festive twist on a classic drink, made using dark red pomegranate juice and garnished with a sprig of rosemary.

What you’ll need (for 6 drinks):
1 lime
3 tbsp granulated sugar
750ml bottle of champagne or dry sparkling wine
2 cups pomegranate juice
Garnish: pomegranate seeds & rosemary sprig

Add a splash of Grand Marnier or Cointreau for an extra kick.

Festive Negroni

Cinnamon and star anise give a Christmas feel to this Italian cocktail. The perfect drink to toast in the new year!

What you’ll need (for 4 drinks):
3 cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves
2 star anise
2 cardamon pods
1 tsp black peppercorns
200ml gin
100ml vermouth
100ml campari
Garnish: orange slices to serve