Bars are intimidating because aside from the traditional Old Fashioned and Manhattan, there aren’t that many cocktails that come to mind. I’m letting my favorite holiday movie inspire my next cocktail purchase. My favorite? How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Plot Twist: they’re all my favorite.
1. Elf
Looking to add little sweetness to your night, the Chocolate & Bourbon is the ultimate cocktail for any Elf lover. Chart House welcomes this holiday season with the new Chocolate & Bourbon cocktail. This craveable cocktail consists of Four Small Batch Bourbon, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, Tiramisu Italian Liqueur, and Fee Brothers Aztec Chocolate Bitters.
2. How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Not in the mood for the holiday season? The Party Starter is the perfect cocktail for any Grinch that needs a quick pick me up. Tom’s Urban invites guests to get the party started with the Party Starter, a cocktail fit for any holiday party this season. A double dose of Tom’s Urban Margarita bombed with a Red Bull Orange Edition, the Party Starter is sure to turn any guest into the life of the party.
3. A Christmas Story
Get a taste of the holidays with the Fireside Creme cocktail. This cocktail is sure to bring A Christmas Story come to life with its nutmeg and caramel flavors. The Fireside Crème cocktail is a creamy drink that combines Remy Martin Series V Cognac, Ambros Banana Whiskey, Baileys Irish Crème, Dark Crème de Cacao and Half & Half. It’s topped with nutmeg and swirls of caramel syrup to bring all the flavors together.
4. A Christmas Carol
The Candy Apple Shot may have a sour start but it ends with the sweet taste of the holiday, much like A Christmas Carol. This holiday season at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the Candy Apple Shot combines a splash of sour apple, Mary’s Irish Cream and Butterscotch with a candy cane rim.
5. The Nightmare Before Christmas
The Nightmare Before Christmas combines Christmas and Halloween, just as the Peppermint Martini mixes vodka and peppermint schnapps to create the perfect amount of chaos this holiday. At Madame Tussauds Las Vegas, guests will indulge in the seasons’ most beloved flavor! The holidays aren’t complete without peppermint. The Peppermint Martini brings Vodka and Peppermint Schnapps together and is topped off with a candy cane rim and garnish.
6. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
What’s Christmas without snow? Make this holiday as perfect as Clark Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation with the Drunk Jack Frosty. This cocktail is sure to bring that icy touch. The Drunk Jack Frosty at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas combines Blue Curacao, Silver Tequila and Lemon Ice Slush to bring an icy feel to the holidays. The drink is accompanied with a sugar rim and rock candy garnish. The non-alcoholic option is available.
7. It’s a Wonderful Life
Belly up to the bar and enjoy the holidays in your cup with the White Christmas cocktail. This classic drink is reminiscent of It’s a Wonderful Life. This delicious and slightly tangy drink is available at T-Bones Chophouse & Lounge at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. It is a mixture of White Cranberry Juice, Ketel One Citroen, Cointreau, and Lime juice with the sweet Icicle Sugar Rim and Luxardo cherry garnish to balance it out.
8. A Miracle on 34th Street
Add a little magic to the holiday season with The Spiked Orchard cocktail. Enjoy this holiday-inspired cocktail if you’re a fan of A Miracle on 34th Street. With a mixture of Absolut Juice Apple, Real Apple Puree, Lemon Juice, St. George Spiced Pear and a Dehydrated Pear garnish, this refreshing drink brings everything citrus and sweet. Head to Terra Rossa at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa to try this delicious drink.
9. The Santa Claus
Ho ho ho! Instead of the typical hot chocolate for Santa like in the Santa Claus, be sure to spice up the holidays with the Mint Chocolate cocktail that will put everyone in the holiday mood. At Hank’s Fine Steaks and Martinis at Green Valley Ranch Casino Resort & Spa, guests can indulge in this sweet and satisfying drink. The holidays call for chocolate and this Mint Chocolate drink with Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Dark Godiva Liquor and White Creme de Menthe will put everyone in the holiday mood.
