"After years of hosting and entertaining, I've realized something: a great signature drink takes a party from meh to festive! I've tested dozens of holiday cocktails and mocktails to find out which ones actually taste good, are easy enough to make, and spark that "ooh, what is that?" reaction. I've put together a list of all my favorite holiday drinks, whether you're hosting Christmas dinner, need a signature cocktail for New Year's Eve, or just want something festive to sip on a quiet evening."
"When I'm entertaining, I find it's nice to make batch cocktails or drinks that can be built right in the glass. Holiday punches are lifesavers because you can mix everything ahead of time and just add the sparkling element right before serving. The same goes for mulled cider or mulled wine: make a big pot and keep it warm throughout the party. For build-in-the-glass drinks like mules or spritzes, I set up a little drink station with all the ingredients and let guests help themselves."
A great signature drink transforms a gathering and should taste good, be easy to make, and elicit a surprised reaction. Batch cocktails and punches allow mixing ahead and finishing with a sparkling element, while mulled wines or ciders can simmer in a large pot to stay warm. Build-in-the-glass drinks work well with a self-serve station. Garnishes like rosemary, citrus peels, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cranberries add aroma, flavor, and visual appeal. Prep items ahead including chilled punch bases, pre-mixed liqueur and juice batches, and refrigerator-stored simple syrups to streamline holiday hosting.
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