The 12 Drinks of Christmas 2017

Christmas means getting together with friends and family to celebrate the season. If you’re hosting a party or just want to try a fun new drink over the holidays, 12 of our favorite Downtown Fargo-Moorhead mixologists have put together some fun and festive drink recipes for you!

The 12 days of Christmas were originally a Christian celebration of the days from Christmas Day, December 25th to the Epiphany, celebrated on January 6th. In some cultures, gifts are exchanged on each of the 12 days instead of only on Christmas. These 12 drink recipes are our 12 gifts to you! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

 

[divider]2 Docks Happy Coffee[/divider]

From Jeremy at Proof Artisan Distillers

 

Recipe

1. In an Irish Coffee glass, mix 1 ounce of Proof 2 Docks Coffee Liqueur
2. Add 1 ounce of Proof 2 Docks Cream Liqueur
3. Top off with hot coffee (Substitute chocolate milk for coffee for a boozy hot chocolate)
4. Garnish with whipped cream or marshmallows

 

[divider]Peppermint Mocha[/divider]

From Alan at Pounds

 

Recipe

1. Fill a large (32 ox.) glass with ice
2. Add approximately 1 1/2 ounces of Kahlua
3. Add Add approximately 1 1/2 ounces of peppermint schnapps
4. Add espresso syrup to taste
5. Top off with coke and cream
6. Stir and garnish with whipped cream
7. Sprinkle crushed candy canes

 

[divider]It’s A Wonderful Life[/divider]

From Jared at Twist

 

Recipe

1. In a mixing glass add 1 1/2 oz. Alander Spiced Rum
2. Add 1/2 oz. Sloe Gin
3. Add 1/3 oz. Allspice Dram
4. Add 1/3 oz hazelnut liqueur
5. Add 1/3 oz. ginger simple syrup
6. Build spirits in a mixing glass and crack a whole egg into the mix
7. Add food coloring and wisk mixture
8. Shake with ice, strain back into glass and shake again until ice crystals are gone
9. Strain back into glass
10. Shave nutmeg and sprinkle over a torch flame for a roasted nutmeg garnish
11. Add drops of Angostura Bitters on top

 

[divider]Cider on the Rocks[/divider]

From Josh at The Boiler Room

 

Recipe

1. In a mixing glass add 1 1/4 oz. Alander Spiced Rum
2. Add 1/2 Dr. McGillicuddy’s Vanilla Liqueur
3. Add a few dashes of Cardamom Bitters
4. Add 3/4 oz. brown sugar simple syrup
5. Add 2 oz. Apple cider
6. Build in a glass over ice and shake
7. Strain into a tumbler glass over ice
8. Garnish with orange zest and a cinnamon stick

 

[divider]The Chimenea[/divider]

From Eddie and Neil at Sidestreet Grille & Pub

 

Recipe

1. In a mixing glass add 1 1/2 oz Herradura tequila
2. Add one teaspoon brown sugar
3. Add a pinch of cayenne powder
4. Add ice and shake
5. Pour into Old Fashioned glass and add more ice
6. Top with orange juice and a splash of soda water
7. Garnish with a lime wedge

 

[divider]Ho Ho Ho-toddy[/divider]

From Omar at Mezzaluna

 

Recipe

1. In a mixing glass, grind a pinch each of white clove, green cardamom and allspice
2. Add a dash of orange bitters and a dash of Aztec chocolate bitters
3. Add 1/2 oz. Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey
4. Add 1 1/2 oz. of Leopold Bros. New York Apple Whiskey
5. Add 1/2 oz. lime juice
6. Shake vigorously
7. Strain into a Hot Toddy glass
8. Top with hot water
9. Garnish with an orange slice and cloves

[divider]Spiced Irish Comforter[/divider]

From Alison at Dempsey’s Public House

 

Recipe

1. In a mixing glass, add 2 oz. Jameson Irish Whiskey
2. Add a splash of simple syrup (honey and citrus infused)
3. Top off with hot apple cider
4. Lightly stir spirits
5. Top with whipped cream and cinnamon and garnish with orange zest

[divider]Dublin Chai[/divider]

From John at Rhombus Guys

 

Recipe

1. In a mixing glass, add 1 1/2 oz. Jameson Irish Whiskey
2. Add 1/2 oz. Stirrings Ginger Liqueur
3. Add 1/2 oz. Ricura Horchata
4. Add ice and top off the glass with cold-brewed Barry’s Irish Tea and half and half
5. Roll drink between the glass and shaker
6. Garnish with nutmeg.

Watch for all 12 Drinks of Christmas to be added throughout the Holiday Season!