Very Merry Christmas Cocktail Recipes with Licor 43
Looking for some festive inspo?
‘Tis the season to be jolly, and we’ve got the perfect Christmas cocktail recipes to spread a little joy this season. For cosy get-togethers, evenings with friends or the perfect tipple to enjoy with family over the holidays, these Christmas cocktail recipes can add some festive flair to any occasion this season 🎄🍹
- Christmas Carajillo with Licor 43
Licor 43 is often enjoyed as part of the iconic Carajillo coffee serve, but this Christmas cocktail recipe adds a seasonal twist with spices. For the coffee lovers looking for a warming cosy cocktail.
Ingredients
- 45 ml Licor 43
- 30 ml cold-brew espresso
- 15 ml heavy cream
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream to top
- Cinnamon and sugar mixture
- Candy cane to garnish
Instructions
To make this Christmas cocktail recipe, pre-brew espresso and chill in the fridge until cold.
Mix cinnamon and sugar together to create the mixture for the festive sugar rim. Run a citrus wedge along the rim of your glass and dip it into the sweet and spiced mixture.
Into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the cold brew espresso, the Licor 43, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
Once shaken, pour into glass. Slowly top with a layer of heavy cream and a small amount of whipped cream on top. Sprinkle the cinnamon over and serve with a candy cane.
- Spiced Spritz with Licor 43
Who said the spritz had to be saved for summer? Although Licor 43 is often combined with prosecco and soda for a simple Spanish spritz, pairing the liqueur with cranberry and soda adds deeper winter flavours into this perfect party drink.
Ingredients
- 60 ml Licor 43
- 60 ml cranberry juice
- 60ml Prosecco
- 120 ml soda water
- Ice
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Sprinkle of nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large wine glass with ice.
Pour in the Licor 43, cranberry juice and prosecco.
Top with soda water and give it a gentle stir.
Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Serve chilled and enjoy the crisp, refreshing taste of Christmas in a glass.
- Frosted 43
Christmas is certainly a time for indulgence, and any cocktail enthusiasts with a sweet tooth might choose a creamier serve. With Licor 43’s notes of vanilla and citrus, it pairs perfectly with sweeter flavours, which is why Licor 43 Chocolate and Licor 43 Crème Brulée work so well. For a Christmas cocktail recipe however, adding gingerbread syrup to this frosty yet sweet serve can bring back nostalgic Christmas memories, with the gently spiced flavour of gingerbread syrup. A fun option for this Christmas cocktail recipe would be to add a mini gingerbread man to garnish this cute cocktail.
Ingredients
- 60 ml Licor 43
- 30 ml vodka
- 15 ml gingerbread syrup
- 60 ml cream
- Ice
- Cinnamon stick (for garnish)
- Mini gingerbread man (for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a glass with ice.
Add Licor 43, vodka, gingerbread syrup, and cream.
Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a mini gingerbread man for a festive touch.
Serve and savour the sweet, creamy, and spicy notes that make this cocktail a holiday hit.
- Cranberry Spice Margarita (Original Recipe)
Licor 43 is known for adding a Spanish twist to a margarita, but why not spice it up with cranberry for a Christmas cocktail recipe incorporating the popular tequila-based drink?
Ingredients
45 ml tequila
30 ml Licor 43
15 ml orange liqueur (like Triple Sec)
60 ml fresh cranberry juice
15 ml lime juice
10 ml simple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness preference)
Ice
Fresh cranberries and rosemary sprig (for garnish)
Sugar and ground cinnamon (for rim)
Instructions
Prepare the rim of your glass by running a lime wedge along the edge and dipping it in a mixture of sugar and ground cinnamon.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add tequila, Licor 43, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Step aside mulled cider, this Licor 43 classic is the perfect warm cocktail using an apple base. The only hot Christmas cocktail recipe on this list, it’s the perfect serve for a cosy night in, whether you’re spending time with friends or chilling out in front of a crackling fire.
Ingredients
50 ml Licor 43 Original
150 ml apple juice
1 cinnamon stick
Garnishing: Whipped cream and ground cinnamon
Instructions
Heat the apple juice with the cinnamon stick and stir the Licor 43 Original into the warmed mixture.
Remove the cinnamon stick and pour into your coffee glass.
Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon to finish.
If you prefer hot Christmas drinks, check out these mulled wine recipes using Licor 43. Or take a look at some festive hot chocolate recipes featuring Licor 43.
Tips for the perfect Christmas cocktail recipe
For the perfect Christmas cocktail recipes, make sure to stock up on fun themed garnishes that add a bit of interest to your seasonal serves.
If you’re hosting a lot of people, you can pre-batch your cocktails. If you’re not as into seasonal flavours, you can find a whole range of cocktail recipes using Licor 43 here.
These Christmas cocktail recipes are a delightful way to impress your guests or add a touch of festive magic to your holiday evenings. From the rich, warming Christmas Carajillo to the crisp and refreshing Spiced Spritz, there’s something for every palate. Cheers to a merry and bright Christmas season filled with delicious cocktails and good company!
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