The Poinsettia Holiday Cocktail
The holiday season calls for parties and this holiday season called for the Poinsettia Holiday Cocktail.
Last weekend my friends gathered at my home for a night of catching up, food and,of course, a holiday cocktail. I wanted to offer something different this year and found it harder to find a cocktail I liked. My criteria for party cocktails is that it can be mixed beforehand (so no need to worry about mixing each drink) and the ingredients go along with the current season or theme. The Poinsettia Holiday Cocktail fit perfectly with the holiday season but can be used throughout the year (think Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day). It is a light and refreshing drink and everyone wanted more. I chose to make some changes to the original recipe and received high reviews from everyone. 
The Poinsettia Holiday Cocktail
1 bottle of Prosecco, chilled 2 cups cranberry juice 1 cup Triple Sec 1/2 cup vodka Orange peels to garnish 
I mixed everything together about 1 hour before everyone arrived. It is important to note that I occasionally add more or less of something depending upon how my taste is at that time. During the holiday season, it is important to have a well stocked bar and we had all of the ingredients with the exception of cranberry juice. I used Costco’s Kirkland brand Prosecco (which retails for about $7) and it was perfect for this drink. It is not always necessary to utilize higher end alcohol when creating cocktails. I did use a cranberry juice without artificial sweeteners and I feel this makes the drink better. Make sure you pin this recipe for use at your holiday or future party. Most importantly, enjoy the season!
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Yum!! This sounds delicious and so easy to throw together!
It is super easy to throw together. Mix and have no worries as you enjoy your guests.
This looks pretty and sounds like it tastes great! The perfect cocktail combo in my book! 🙂
I agree with you, a pretty cocktail is important and I think even helps with the taste.(But this one doesn’t need any help).
This drink sounds delicious! And it’s so festive and pretty looking! Perfect for any holiday gathering!
I’m glad I found this as I plan on making it every Christmas.
This looks like quite the kicker! I was wondering what was in it from your Insta stories. I was guessing champagne but I think I like it even more now that I know there’s some other goodies in this drink! I gotta try it out!
I hope you try it out this holiday season! it does have a little bit of everything in it (but that is what makes it so good).
This sounds good and I don’t even drink! LOL . Will save it though for family members who do!
There are also some great non alcoholic cranberry juice cocktails!
Yum!! This would be perfect for NYE!
It would be great for NYE (or anytime really!!)
Ooh love the color and it would definitely work for other get-togethers past Christmas!
-Lauren
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I do love that it can be used for other times of the year.
I love the deep red color, and the fact that it can be mixed beforehand!
Making it before allows you to enjoy your guests!
This cocktails looks so festive! I’m hosting a little get together this weekend and it would be perfect to serve our guests.
It is perfect for a party as you don’t need to worry about mixing things up! If you have several people, i encourage making two batches.
This sounds so refreshing! I’m going to give this a try.
I really hope you do! It’s easy and delicious.
What a festive looking drink!
It is perfect for the season!
This sounds delicious—and incredibly refreshing!! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe, Sheryl, and hope you are enjoying the season. Going to pin this recipe now!
Thanks for the pin Charlotte!! This really is a refreshing drink (so you want to be careful!). Hope the season is relaxing for you!! XOXO