Christmas Cocktails
Bloody Mary
The ultimate savoury cocktail, this Bloody Mary balances smooth vodka with rich tomato juice, tangy lemon, and a fiery kick from Tabasco and horseradish. With a salted rim and a crisp celery garnish, it's a festive brunch classic that's endlessly satisfying.
Bourbon Egg Nog
A creamy, spirited holiday classic that pairs rich store-bought egg nog with a generous nip of smooth Kentucky bourbon. Quick to pour and impossible to resist, it's Christmas in a cup.
Darwin Sunrise
A tropical twist on the classic lemon lime bitters, spiked with a generous double pour of gin. Refreshing, fizzy, and perfect for a hot Christmas afternoon in the Top End.
La Niña Pelirroja
A festive twist on the classic mule, this rum cocktail muddles fresh lime and ginger for a bright, spicy kick. Topped with fizzy ginger beer and finished with mint, it's a refreshing sipper for the Christmas season.
Ruby Spritz
A bright, refreshing three-part cocktail that couldn't be simpler to throw together. Ruby red grapefruit juice gives it a rosy glow and a tart-sweet edge, lifted by fizzy soda water and a good measure of gin. Perfect for festive gatherings when you want something quick and cheerful.
Sangria
A fruity, festive pitcher of red wine spiked with triple sec and lengthened with lemonade and soda water. Loaded with sliced strawberries, orange, and fresh mint, it's the perfect refreshing crowd-pleaser for Christmas celebrations.
Sloepagne
A festive fizz that pairs the deep berry sweetness of sloe gin with crisp, dry sparkling wine. Simple to make yet elegant, it's the perfect celebratory drink for Christmas toasts. Berries add a jewel-like finishing touch.
Texas Two Step
A no-fuss boilermaker pairing a shot of American bourbon with an ice-cold crisp beer. Knock back the whiskey and chase it with the lager, or sip both together for a slower dance. Rustic, bold, and perfect for a festive toast.