Holiday Cocktails & Liquors ~ The Review Stew

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What would the holidays be without a fabulous cocktail??!! I got you covered this holiday season! Check out all my favorite liquors, mixed drinks and cocktail recipes below!

COURVOISIER

Consistently recognized as one of the finest XOs in the world, Courvoisier® X.O. Cognac is a very old blend of fi ne and well-matured cognacs. The blend is a selection by master blender, Patrice Pinet, of beautifully matured eaux-de-vie, aged from 11 to 25 years, to highlight the complexity and richness of cognac aromas.

(SRP $150)

The Naked Turtle White Rum

They know that goodness starts from within. That’s why their rum is full of love, and free of gluten and preservatives. This smooth spirit is made with quality sugarcane molasses and distilled 5x with the pristine waters of St. Croix. They're bottled “naked,” which means they never touch the inside of an oak barrel, letting the crystal clear taste shine through.

When you enjoy this award winning rum, you’re actually doing good for the world! Did you know every one of their bottles saves a baby sea turtle? Drink to that!

Smirnoff Ice

If you're looking to kick up your next party platter, boozy brunch or family gathering – Smirnoff Ice has you covered. The below Smirnoff Ice cocktail AND food recipes will steal the show whether you’re hosting or just bringing a dish.

Check out these tasty recipes:

Holiday Berry Sparkler – Courtesy of Jay and Leah from The Gastronom

Ingredients

For the Cranberry Simple Syrup

· 1/2 cup sugar

· 1/2 cup water

· 1/2 cup cranberries

For the Cocktail

· .75 oz cranberry simple syrup (recipe below)

· .50 oz triple sec

· 1.50 oz apple cider

· 1 oz original Smirnoff Ice

· 2 oz strawberry Smirnoff Ice

· Cranberries and lemon peel for garnish

The authentic flavor experience of homemade caramel complete with a hint of salt for a true flavor experience

Caramel Green Apple Cocktail – Courtesy of Jay and Leah from The Gastronom

Ingredients

1 oz Smirnoff Kissed Caramel vodka
.50 oz ginger simple syrup
1.50 oz green apple Smirnoff Ice

And don't forget to pick up tasty mixers from Master of Mixes to make many more fabulous cocktails and mixed drinks - in minutes!!

Since the early 1970’s, Master of Mixes has scoured the earth’s premier growing regions, sourcing only renowned varieties of each fruit. Their fruit is picked at peak ripeness when it is the most plump, juicy, and fragrant. They use an exclusive “gentle processing” method that does not overcook the fruit, resulting in a fresh, true-to-fruit flavor.

In order to deliver a cocktail experience rivaling that produced by some of the world’s foremost mixologists, we combine premium fruit juice and purees, together with natural sweeteners and pure essential oils. Master of Mixes allows anyone to become a Mixology Pro and mix scratch quality, hassle-free cocktails in just a matter of seconds.

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Their passion for premium cocktails comes through in every sip of your finished drink- from the irresistible flavor to the sweet finish. Found in all 50 states and 34 countries, we are dedicated to being the Truly Premium cocktail mix you ask for.

I can't wait to use all my mixers to make tasty drinks like Mojitos, Mai Tai's, Cosmos and Red Sangria!! So easy and so tasty!!!

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