Merry-Making Mixology
Here at These Days with Devon, We LOVE Our Holiday Cocktails
One of Our Favorites is the Delicious Eggnog Martini
This is a festive holiday cocktail that combines the creamy richness of eggnog with the warmth of seasonal spices. Here's a recipe for a yummy Eggnog Martini:
Ingredients:
2 oz good-quality eggnog
1 oz spiced rum
1 oz vanilla vodka
1/2 oz amaretto liqueur
Ice
Ground nutmeg and a cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add the eggnog, spiced rum, vanilla vodka, and amaretto to the shaker.
Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
Lightly dust the top of the martini with ground nutmeg for a festive touch.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick for added flavor and presentation.
Serve and enjoy!
This Eggnog Martini is a delightful and creamy holiday cocktail with a perfect blend of eggnog, spiced rum, and other liqueurs. It's a great choice for spreading holiday cheer at your next celebration. Cheers! We hope Devon features this at her next holiday bash....
This Mistletoe Martini is a beautiful and tasty cocktail that is perfect for holiday gatherings. It has a lovely red color, thanks to the cranberry juice, and the combination of citrus and cranberry flavors with the herbal notes of rosemary make it a delightful holiday drink. Cheers!
Merry Mistletoe Martini Ingredients:
2 oz gin or vodka (your choice)
1/2 oz dry vermouth
1/2 oz cranberry juice
1/2 oz triple sec or orange liqueur
1/2 oz fresh lime juice
Fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for garnish
Ice
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add the gin or vodka, dry vermouth, cranberry juice, triple sec, and fresh lime juice to the shaker.
Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with a few fresh cranberries dropped into the martini and a sprig of rosemary. This garnish gives your Mistletoe Martini a festive and aromatic touch.
Serve and enjoy!
And be sure to check out last year’s hit cocktail! Here's a recipe for a Sugarplum Martini.
This cocktail combines the sweet and fruity flavors of plum or grape juice with the bright and citrusy notes of lemon and orange liqueur. The sugar rim adds an extra festive element to the drink. It's a perfect choice for holiday gatherings or to add a touch of magic to any celebration.