In our continuing blog series, "Holiday Entertaining," as we plan our holiday gatherings, another way to add distinction to your holiday event is by serving one or more distinctive beverages.
Of course, many people serve wines and beers or a mixed drinks bar, and that's all great.
But to add that special touch? A distinctive beverage--and by all means serve the wine and beer too!
We like to serve at least one hot beverage at winter events if possible, even if it's only coffee.
Here are 5 distinctive beverage ideas for your holiday events:
Apple Cider Punch
In punch bowl or pitchers mix 6 cups apple juice, 2 cups orange juice, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1 750 ml bottle of sparkling white grape juice or sparkling wine. Makes 11 cups.
Mexican Hot Chocolate
Growing up in San Antonio we often served this at my parents' Christmas Eve party as my father, who was born in Spain but spent eight years in Mexico before coming to Texas, was fond of it.
Buy and follow package directions of Ibarra or other Mexican chocolate, and serve hot in mugs with whipped cream and cocoa powder or cinnamon sprinkled on top. Add a cinnamon or chocolate swizzler if you want to get fancy. Or even add a bit of cognac while heating the chocolate with the milk.
Milk Punch
Mix 1 cup sugar, 3 1/2 cups milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup bourbon, 1 tbsp. vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp. cinnamon in a punch bowl or large pitcher. Garnish servings with chocolate bits. Makes 6 cups.
Scarlet Bubbler
Stir together 4 cups apple-cranberry juice, 1 cup orange juice, and 1/4 cup lemon juice in a large pitcher. Slowly add a 28 oz. bottle club soda or ginger ale. Stir gently. Serve with or without ice in wineglasses or flutes. Makes eight 8 oz. servings.
Hot White Russian
In large saucepan combine 5 cups freshly brewed coffee, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup Kahlua or Bailey's Irish Cream, and 1/2 cup vodka. Cook over medium heat until hot. Divide among mugs and top each with whipped cream. Makes 7 cups.
Enjoy!
Kristina
Fandango Catering and Events
(713) 522-0077
www.fandango-catering.com
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