Mid-Century Merry Makers Christmas Cocktails

Holiday Cheers! A Mid-Century Merry Makers Toast

Mid-Century Merry Makers Christmas Cocktails! This week we will “make merry” conjuring up the Christmas spirit via some fun + tasty cocktail recipes.  Let’s get started with a couple of Inspirations from  “A Christmas Story” Thanks to heyletsmakestuff.com. + sugarandsoul.co

The Red Ryder Christmas Cocktail

Combine  in a champagne glass and enjoy.

 

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A Christmas Story Ovaltini

Ralphie was a big fan of Ovaltine in A Christmas Story. Us grown-ups will like this version — an Ovaltine Martini, or just call it, an Ovaltini! Serve in a martini glass.

• 1 part Kahlua
• 2 parts vodka
• 1 part cream

Moisten the rim of a martini glass with honey. Place some Ovaltine on a plate or in a glass rimmer. Turn the glass upside down and turn in the Ovaltine, rimming the glass.

• Combine the Kahlua and vodka in the glass.
• Carefully pour the cream on top. If you’d like to try and layer the cream, pour it over the back of a spoon.
• Add a large pinch of Ovaltine and enjoy!
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Christmas Punch

Christmas Punch is a favorite of mine since I have a vintage punch bowl from the 1940s  that was my Mothers. This punch is light and fresh with cranberries, oranges, and pomegranates. Keep it non-alcoholic with ginger ale or add rum or vodka for extra holiday spirit!

 

 

• 1 orange sliced
• 1 cup cranberries
• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
• 2 cup cranberry juice
• 2 cups orange juice
• 1 cup pomegranate juice
• 2 cups Ginger Ale
• 1 cup white rum optional
• Rosemary for garnish
• Ice

Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher or punch bowl over ice. If using a really large punch bowl, you can double the recipe. Add orange slices and cranberries to float on top, serve in a pretty punch bowl.

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Here are a few Retro Christmas Cards that feature folks celebrating with Christmas Cocktails. These light hearted Christmas cards are sure to bring a smile. See more of our Retro Christmas Cards here.