Local Christmas Cheers

By Jacquelyn McHugh / Photography By | Last Updated December 02, 2019
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Spice up your holiday gathering with recipes from some of South Carolina's top bartenders.

Sure, you can just pop open a bottle of Champagne, or serve up a classic martini, but why not shake things up this season?  We connected with the merriest local mixologists to share a twist on your favorite holiday libations, from egg nog to Old Fashioneds...bottoms up!

Paper Planes

pink drink with grapefruit peel garnish in glass
Big-batch cocktails are a great make-ahead party trick, but it’s also fun to play bartender for a bit and shake drinks to order. This boozy, slightly bitter concoction has just a few ingredients, so...

Sona Navidad

several glasses of seasonal eggnog with ornaments and cookies
Recipe courtesy of Prohibition Super rich, creamy and sweet, this riff on holiday eggnog is dessert in a cup, with a nice boozy twist. If you like your drinks a little less sweet, substitute...

Sparkling Cranberry-Citrus Ginger Punch

cranberry and citrus punch in bowl
We based this crowd-pleasing punch on a Moscow Mule, but honestly, the flavors work so well together, you can leave out the alcohol for a family-friendly sipper. Ginger beer is typically non-alcoholic...

Setenta Cinco

three glasses of yellow bubbly drink
The Setenta Cinco is a fun riff on the classic French 75 and is a fun way to ring in the New Year or just unwind after a long day. For those looking to add a new tequila drink to their repertoire or...
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