If you’re anything like us, you like your holidays on ice—as well as shaken, stirred and garnished with a seasonal treat. Now that we’re approaching Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, you’ll need a collection of cocktails to wow your guests and family members through the New Year.
This winter, swap your go-to holiday bubbly for these festive coconut cocktails. (Sprouts Coconut Water’s magical ability to cure a hangover or a headache of any kind is also a serious bonus.) Cheers!
Mrs. Clause’s Coconut Crantini
This one’s for the ladies. The crantini is great year round, but it’s especially nice as a festive holiday drink.
Servings: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
1.5 oz. vodka
2 oz. cranberry juice
2 oz. Sprouts Coconut Water
Frozen cranberries
Coarse sugar crystals (Hint: You can make these more festive with colored sugar crystals.)
Instructions:
Rim a martini glass with coarse sugar crystals. Place frozen cranberries in the bottom of the martini glass. Combine all ingredients in a shaker and shake with cubed ice. Strain liquid into glass. Sip and repeat.
The In-Laws are Here
This drink is a surefire way to survive your in-laws. The subtle rum doesn’t overpower the delicate flavor of the coconut water. You’ll find peace with each stress-relieving sip.
Servings: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
2 oz. gold rum
2-4 oz. ice-cold Sprouts Coconut Water
Lime wedge for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a Collins glass with 2–3 ice cubes, add rum and coconut water to taste. Stir and serve.
Santa’s “New” Fashioned
Looking for a new twist on an old fashioned? Just a splash of Sprouts Coconut Water brings the whole cocktail to life.
Servings: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
2 oz. gin
1 sugar cube
2 dashes bitters
1/2 oz. Sprouts Coconut Water
Lemon peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Place sugar cube in the bottom of a low-ball, add bitters and coconut water then muddle until sugar dissolves. Add gin, stir and fill with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist.
Very Merry Honey Bee
Lemon juice and rum is an easy, reliable flavor combo. But when you add coconut water, this little honey bee is going to reach new heights.
Servings: 1 • Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
2 oz. white rum
1/2 oz. honey
1/2 oz. Sprouts Coconut Water
1/2 oz. lemon juice
Instructions:
Just shake and serve. If you’re feeling extra spirited, add a little more honey.
Rudolph’s Coco-Jito
Let’s say Rudolph and the gang took a pit stop while delivering presents in the Caribbean. After all, it doesn’t have to be summer for it to be mojito season! Mint leaves work well with the coconut water for a refreshing twist on the classic.
Servings: 1 • Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
2 parts white rum
1/2 part lime juice
Small spoonful of sugar
Mint leaves
Sprouts Coconut Water
Instructions:
Muddle lime juice, sugar and mint leaves in a tall Collins glass. Fill with ice, then add rum and coconut water. Enjoy!
Alcohol not available in all stores. Must be 21 and older to drink. Please drink responsibly.
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