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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.
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.
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.
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.
