Ber-ry Much Needed Cocktails
The Ber months are here — and in Filipino terms, that means the Christmas season has already arrived! As the holidays begin and festivities come and go, here’s a new roster of berry cocktails you can master so you'll never run out of options to serve at your parties. Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a lively celebration, these cocktails will add a splash of cheer to your holiday season.
- Blueberry Bourbon Smash
If you love blueberries and whiskey, then this drink is perfect for you! As easy as it is to make, it tastes like a celebration.
Ingredients:
- 8-10 fresh blueberries
- Fresh mint leaves
- 2oz Bourbon
- 1oz fresh lemon juice
- 1oz simple syrup
Instructions:
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle 8-10 fresh blueberries and fresh mint leaves together.
- Add 2 oz Bourbon, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz simple syrup, and a handful of ice cubes to the shaker, and shake vigorously to combine.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.
- Triple Berry Cocktail
There can never be enough berries! Why settle for just one in your drink when you can have three? Let everyone indulge in this berry-filled cocktail!
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup of mixed berries, Blackberry, Blueberry, and Raspberry
- 3 oz Tequila
- 2 oz Rum
- 1 oz Lime juice
- 6 oz Raspberry Lemonade
- Ice
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Fresh mint for garnish
Instructions:
- Put your fruit in a blender and puree the mixture.
- Then you will grab a glass and fill it with ice and set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker add a bit of ice and the Tequila, Rum, Raspberry lemonade, and lime, shake to combine.
- Pour into the glasses.
- Add 1 tablespoon of the berry puree into each glass and stir to combine.
- Stir the triple berry cocktail, and then garnish with mint and serve.
- Berry Vodka
This cocktail is perfect for any time of the day – whether it’s a chill brunch or a midnight party, this will surely be a crowd hit.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup fresh berries, (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and/or sliced strawberries)
- 3 fresh basil leaves
- 1½ ounces vodka
- ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
- ice, crushed or cubes
- Club soda
- Additional berries for garnish, (optional)
Instructions:
- Muddle the berries and basil in a tall glass.
- Pour in the vodka and lemon juice.
- Add as much ice as desired.
- Top off the glass with club soda.
- Stir and garnish with additional fresh berries, if desired, and enjoy!
- Strawberry Rum Float
You know what makes cocktails better – ice cream! It’s like the adult version of a sweet treat. This feels like Christmas in a glass!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 lb strawberries, hulled (4 cups), plus 1 cup wedges for serving
- 1/2 cup simple syrup, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 4 small scoops vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup white rum
- 16 ounces club soda
Instructions:
- In a blender, puree hulled strawberries, simple syrup, lemon juice and rum until smooth.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing seeds to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard seeds.
- Add simple syrup to taste.
- Divide strawberry syrup among 4 tall glasses.
- Pour 4 ounces club soda into each glass and stir gently to combine.
- Divide strawberry wedges among glasses and top with ice cream.
- Serve immediately with long straws and spoons.
- The Mosé
Christmas is truly here because who would’ve thought that we can combine the best elements of margarita and the fun side of rosé!
Ingredients:
- 2 strawberries, hulled, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 ounces tequila blanco
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 ounce dry rosé
Instructions:
- Muddle strawberries and sugar in a cocktail shaker until lightly crushed.
- Add tequila, lemon juice, rosé, and a single large ice cube.
- Cover and shake until outside of the shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds.
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Pour drink with ice cube into a rocks glass (do not strain).