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Trending Holiday Cocktails to Try
Sip into the Season: Six Trending Jim Beam Holiday Cocktails to Try
Here at Jim Beam, we believe in celebrating moments together, and what better way to bring people closer than with a glass of something special? This holiday season, we’ve curated a collection of festive cocktails to add a bourbon touch wherever you are—and we’ve even partnered with a few friends along the way. So, whether you're hosting friends, sharing a night in with family, or simply toasting to life, these holiday cocktails are crafted with your favorite seasonal ingredients in mind.
Raise a glass and get into the spirit with these 6 easy-to-make Jim Beam holiday cocktails.
Holiday Highball
Simply made, boldly refreshing. A crisp cocktail perfect for everything from casual hangs to big celebrations
Holiday Highball Recipe:
1 ½ parts Jim Beam Bourbon®
2 parts Cranberry Juice
4 parts Ginger Ale
1 Lime Wedge
Rosemary Sprig
Squeeze and drop lime wedge into a tall Collins glass and fill with ice. Add Jim Beam, Cranberry Juice, Ginger Ale and stir to combine. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary.
Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail
Tart cranberry meets Jim Beam Black’s smooth bourbon for a cocktail that’s as refreshing as it is festive. Great for hosting any party!
Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail Recipe:
1 1/2 parts Jim Beam Black
1 part Simple Syrup
6-8 Cranberries
3 Sage Leaves
3 Lemon Wedges
Combine lemon, sage, and cranberries in a mixing tin and muddle. Add simple syrup and Jim Beam Bourbon with ice. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with sage leaves and skewered cranberries.
Maple Hot Butter Bourbon
Maple and Jim Beam Black’s caramel notes blend with hot butter for a cozy, modern twist. Perfect for a warm night in.
Maple Hot Butter Bourbon Recipe:
1 part Jim Beam Black
½ part Maple Syrup
2 parts Hot Water
1 Tbsp Butter Base
Whipped Cream
Butter Base:
1 stick unsalted butter
½ cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
Pinch of salt
Add ingredients to a large bowl and mix until smooth. Store in the freezer until ready to use.Stir ingredients in heat proof glass until well mixed.Top with whipped cream and cinnamon.
Hot Toddy
A blend of smooth Jim Beam bourbon, honey, and lemon—a timeless classic that never runs out of flavor. The ultimate choice for a cozy night in.
Hot Toddy:
1½ parts Jim Beam
1 part Honey
6 parts Hot Water
2 Lemon Wedges
2 dashes Angostura® Bitters
Combine ingredients in a mug or heat proof glass and stir to combine. Garnish with a lemon wheel.
Nothing says cold weather like the comfort of apple cinnamon.
Cinnamon Apple Highball Recipe:
3 parts Jim Beam® Bourbon
5 parts Apple Juice
½ part Cinnamon Syrup
4 dashes Angostura® Bitters
Apple Fan for garnish
Bring the bar home with her unique twist on an espresso martini.
Toasted Marshmallow Espresso Martini:
¾ part toasted marshmallow syrup
1 part espresso
1 part coffee liqueur
pinch of salt
1½ part Jim Beam Black®
garnish: toasted marshmallows
Meet Our Holiday Creators
@Parttimemixologist
We've partnered with Pranthik Samal, a photographer and cocktail enthusiast, to see what seasonal cocktail he’d make with Jim Beam—and we weren't disappointed.
@drinksbyevie
Another partnership we've enjoyed this season is with Evie Negri-Albert, recipe developer and
content creator.
