The holidays are here, get lit.
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Citrus is in season, so stock up on all the blood oranges, grapefruits, and tangelos you can find, then turn them into this delicious vodka-based co*cktail. Get the recipe for winter citrus crush here.
2. Pomegranate Margaritas
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For a recipe perfect for a thirsty crowd, these pitcher margs made with tequila, triple sec, pomegranate, and orange juice won't disappoint. Get the recipe for pomegranate margarita pitchers here.
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These simple drinks require just four ingredients: Bourbon, cointreau, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Get the recipe for bourbon sidecar co*cktails here.
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If you want to save time, you can use store bought simple syrup instead of this homemade sage-infused sweetener. These fruit-forward and herbal co*cktails will still taste great. Get the recipe for sage fig co*cktails here.
5. Winter Aperol Spritzes
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Just because summer is over doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to spritz season. Get the recipe for winter Aperol spritzes here.
6. Mistletoe Margaritas
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Get into the holiday spirt with these seasonal margaritas made with tequila, orange liqueur, and cranberries. It's an easy recipe to double or triple for your guests. Get the recipe for mistletoe margaritas here.
7. Citrus and Spice Kentucky Mules
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This wintery take on a classic Moscow Mule features Bourbon, ginger, ripe oranges, and comforting spices. Get the recipe for citrus and spice Kentucky mules here.
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Make hot cocoa for the kids... then spike your mug with some smooth bourbon and get the party started. Get the recipe for bourbon hot chocolate here.
9. Mint Chocolate Irish Cream co*cktails
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Consider this co*cktail a sort of chocolate milk for adults. It's made with cream, peppermint schnapps, cream liqueur, and chocolate liqueur. Get the recipe for mint chocolate Irish cream co*cktails here.
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There is no wrong season for sangria. Get your slow cooker involved and make this big batch mulled sangria recipe while you wait for Santa to arrive. Get the recipe for slow cooker holiday sangria here.
11. Cranberry Orange Whiskey co*cktails
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Almost too beautiful to drink, these whiskey co*cktails are shaken with lemon, Cointreau, orange juice, and cranberry juice. Then, they're garnished with ginger beer and thyme for good measure. Get the recipe for cranberry orange whiskey co*cktails here.
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This zesty drink tastes like a classic margarita and a Hot Toddy had a baby, and we're loving it. Get the recipe for honey lemon margaritas here.
13. Harvest Apple Ginger Spritz
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Just mix up all the ingredients — vodka, orange liqueur, honey, ginger, and cider — in a pitcher, stir it up, and serve. Get the recipe for harvest apple ginger spritz here.
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Raise a glass for boozy apple cider. The beauty of this recipe is that you can make it in your slow cooker, so you can just relax and wait as the flavors steep. Get the recipe for spiked Crock Pot apple cider here.
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Cold winter nights call for hot boozy drinks. Get the recipe for mulled cranberry apple cider here.
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This drink tastes so complex you won't believe it calls for just four ingredients: Your favorite Bourbon, maple syrup, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Get the recipe for cinnamon maple whiskey sours here.
17. Cranberry Thyme Gin and Tonic
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Never underestimate the power of fresh herbs in co*cktails. Even a sprig of thyme takes a simple drink and makes it taste sophisticated. Get the recipe for cranberry thyme gin and tonic here.
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The best kinds of desserts are the ones that get you tipsy. Case in point, this one. Get the recipe for s'mores kahlua co*cktails here.
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This co*cktail combines the sweet and spicy flavor of chai with whiskey, tangy orange, and creamy almond milk. Get the recipe for Chai whiskey co*cktails here.
