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Carmel Apple Martini - A perfect cocktail for your holiday dinner.

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Gingerbread White Russian

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Magic happens when you add the petals of Szechuan Buttons to the traditional Brazilian Papaya Cream and Batida de Natal!

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Having a fiesta over the holidays? Whip up some cranberry margaritas from Sunset.

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Gin and Sin. A cheery cocktail for the holidays.

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Apple Snowball, prefect for a very Festive and Merry Christmas Day!

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Mojito

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SLOSHED! has the ultimate two-ingredient holiday warmer, comforter and pick-me-up: the Snowshoe.

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Mistletoe Kiss Cocktail - A mistletoe smooch in a glass!

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Traditions that started long ago in northern Europe are still carried out today everywhere Christmas is celebrated. Discover the history in this story.

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[recipe] This playful cocktail interpretation of a holiday cheese plate actually incorporates honeycomb and brie cheese in the drink. The Sonny & Cher Christmas show is just for fun.

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Skip the Egg Nog this season and try a Flip instead. Like the Bourbon Ginger Flip (pictured) or the NASA-approved Jupiter's Flip.

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A perfect winter cocktail, cranberry juice and a splash of Grand Marnier are topped off with sparkling wine.

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Take a Sip Down Memory Lane: The Cocoanut Grove Signature Cocktail

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This single serving hot buttered recipe is sure to liven up your gift wrapping. Easily triples when friends stop by.

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Unlike traditional eggnog recipes, an eggnog martini serves just one. It's potent, creamy, and really hits the spot!

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After infusing it for 5 months, I finally bottle my first ever cassis - also known as blackcurrant liqueur.

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Turkish figs with anise and walnuts, perfect little bites to be enjoyed with afternoon tea, or at a holiday cocktail party.

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[recipe] Basil Pesto Elephant Ears (Savory Palmiers). Quick and easy Christmas party appetizers.

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Mele Kalikimaka Martinis for breakfast? Filled with eggnog, coconut milk, and pineapple vodka - they are perfect for brunch.

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An autumn twist on the classic Bellini using persimmon puree and rosemary syrup. Cheers!

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SLOSHED! makes the Cameron's Kick—an ambrosial winter concoction of Irish and Scotch whisk(e)y, orgeat and lemon.

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Egg Nogg is easily made with eggs, cream, sugar, brandy, and rum.

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Peppermint Patty Cocktail. Hot chocolate, Peppermint Schnapps, whipped cream and sprinkles. Its like Christmas in a cup.

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[recipe] What's better than gingerbread? A gingerbread martini!

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Gingerbread Cocktail, made with Espresso, Frangelico, Kaluha, and a gingerbread simple syrup. Take a sip of holiday cheer!

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Mulled warm wine with citrus and spice

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Holiday Fun: a recipe for a Santa suit-like cocktail of Brandy, cranberries and spices, with a plate of candy cane brittle on the side

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The Gentleman Jack Frost -- a new winter cocktail at Fleming's.

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This is a delicious little shooter. In fact it tastes a bit a like an almond, cranberry and creamy oak Tootsie-Pop!

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A tale of two cocktails named Brown Derby. Above, the one made with aged rum, lime, and maple syrup.

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With or without spirits added, remember drink calories add up, so keep these hints in mind when imbibing this holiday season!

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Hot Buttered Rum is the perfect way to stay warm during the Holidays.

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Polenta Cups with Sweet Peppers, Manchego, and Almonds Magic all in one bite!