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We\u2019re driving home in the dark again after work\u2026 time to get into the December spirit! Throughout October, we\u2019re publishing short weekly articles full of inspiration \u2014 and this week it\u2019s all about Christmas cocktails and mocktails, a \u2018Hot Chocolate Station\u2019 and a cocktail tree stand dressed up for the holidays! By the way, you can find plenty more ideas on our Pinterest Christmas board<\/a>.
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The Virgin Grinch Mimosa<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

A growing group of guests wants to enjoy drinks responsibly but still join in the fun. That\u2019s why mocktails are becoming increasingly popular and alcohol-free definitely doesn\u2019t have to mean boring! Take this alcohol-free Grinch Mimosa on Pinterest, for example: that sparkling green colour looks amazing. Also a great option to serve to kids. Link in the title.<\/p>\n

A Virgin Christmas Colada<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Sunshine, coconut and Christmas magic in one glass! The Virgin Christmas Colada is served in a glass rimmed with coconut \u2018snow\u2019. The base consists of coconut milk ice cubes, cream, lemon juice, and coconut lemonade, topped with a sprig of rosemary and pomegranate seeds. All the colors of Christmas in a single drink \u2014 the perfect choice for guests who\u2019d rather celebrate the holidays on a tropical island. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

A \u2018Build-Your-Own Hot Chocolate Station’<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

A build-your-own hot chocolate station is a fun idea for hotel breakfasts or a cozy feature in your grand caf\u00e9 during the winter months. Set out jars filled with mini marshmallows, M&M\u2019s, whipped cream, cinnamon sticks, and any other toppings you can think of. Both kids and adults will love it!<\/p>\n

The Snowglobe Cocktail<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Simple and easy to prepare: the Snowglobe Cocktail, a miniature winter wonderland in your glass. Use a clear cocktail glass, freeze a small layer of water with a small rosemary sprig standing upright as a \u2018Christmas tree\u2019 and add some cranberries. Then pour in gin and tonic, and voil\u00e0: a festive cocktail that tastes just as good as it looks!<\/p>\n

Serving Cocktails in a Christmas Ornament<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

We\u2019ve written before about serving drinks in Christmas ornaments including versions with Jajem<\/a> and Whisky<\/a>, our colleague Marjolein even made Negroni Christmas ornaments<\/a> at home back in 2017! It\u2019s still such a fun and creative way to present a cocktail. Fill a clear ornament, place it at an angle on the glass, and let guests pour it themselves. It looks even better when combined with the festive cocktail tree stand described below!<\/p>\n

The festive cocktail tree stand<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

A creative way to give your wine, champagne, or cocktail stand a Christmas twist: hang cocktail-filled ornaments instead of glasses! These cocktail tree stands were a big hit during the summer season, and for the holidays, you can decorate them with green branches and fill them with cocktail ornaments. Think Negroni, Bloody Mary, or gin with cranberries and a sprig of rosemary. Serve mixers separately where needed (like tonic for the gin). An Instagrammable eye-catcher for your bar or lobby \u2014 we can\u2019t wait to see if this trend pops up in the Netherlands soon!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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