THE TREE IS up, the gifts are (almost) bought, and the turkey is chilling in the freezer. With all the hustle and bustle associated with this time of year, it’s always important to take some time for yourself, get the feet up, and relax with a festive cocktail to set the mood for the weeks ahead. 

That being said, if you’ve no intention of putting the feet up, and you want to get as lit as your Christmas tree, then we’ve also got just the thing! When hosting a Christmas party, a signature cocktail for your guests is an absolute must, we’ve compiled our top three favourites that every home bartender should know. 

Whether you’re craving a classic like the Espresso Martini, or you’re looking for an infusion of cranberry in your life, Absolut Vodka will not let you down and is guaranteed to add some extra cheer to your Christmas cocktails. 

Check out our festive favourites below and be sure to head to AbsolutDrinks.com for more info on how to mix things up this season. 

Espresso Martini  

 Ingredients:

• Ice Cubes
• 40 ml Absolut Vodka
• 20 ml Kahlúa
• 20 ml Espresso
• 3 Whole Coffee Beans

How to make:
Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add all ingredients. Shake and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with coffee beans.

Cranberry Punch

 Ingredients:

• Ice Cubes
• 45 ml Absolut Vodka
• 15 ml Lime Cordial
• 25 ml Lillet Rose
• 30 ml Soda Water

How to make:
First we are going to infuse the vodka that we are using in this recipe. Cranberry Flash Infusion: 750 ml Absolut Vodka, 1 cup fresh Cranberries, Blend for one minute. Fine strain and bottle. Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes. Add the infused vodka and all other ingredients. Stir. Garnish with a rosemary sprig.

Holidayberry Bramble 

 Ingredients:

• Ice Cubes
• 45 ml Absolut Vodka
• 25 ml Lemon Juice
• 15 ml Rosemary Syrup
• 15 ml Blackberry Puree
• 1 Sprig Rosemary

How to make:
Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add all ingredients. Shake and strain into a rocks glass. Garnish with a Rosemary sprig sprinkled with edible silver glitter and citrus peel stars.