Season's greetings, cocktail enthusiasts! If you're ready to elevate your holiday spirits, we've got a concoction that's as festive as Santa's suit and as lively as a Christmas carol sing-along. Introducing the Yuletide Zest (aka our Yuzu Citrus Lager Christmas Cocktail) – a merry fusion of spirited libations and a splash of citrusy magic. Get ready to shake, stir, and savor your way to a holly-jolly celebration that'll have you saying, "Move over, eggnog – there's a new holiday favorite in town!"
Ingredients:
1 473ml can of Yuzu Citrus Fruit Lager
1 1/2 oz vodka
1 oz cranberry juice
1/2 oz orange liqueur (such as triple sec)
1/2 oz simple syrup
Fresh cranberries and a slice of orange for garnish
Ice cubes
Instructions:
Chill and Prepare: Ensure all your ingredients are well chilled. Grab your favorite festive glass and fill it with ice cubes.
Pour the Festive Spirits: In your chilled glass, combine the vodka, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup. Give it a gentle stir to let the flavors start their merry dance.
Yuzu Lager Magic: Now, for the star of the show – open up a bottle of Old Yale Brewing's Yuzu Citrus Fruit Lager and pour it over the vodka mixture. The citrusy zest from the Yuzu Lager is about to elevate your cocktail game to a whole new level.
Garnish with Glee: Drop in a handful of fresh cranberries for a burst of holiday color, and add a slice of orange for that extra touch of citrusy flair.
Stir and Sip: Give your cocktail a final stir to blend all the flavors together. Now, take a sip and let the Yuletide magic unfold on your taste buds.
Cheers to Christmas Zest: Raise your glass, clink with your loved ones, and toast to a season filled with joy, laughter, and the vibrant flavors of the holidays.
And there you have it, merry mixologists! You've just unlocked the secret to a Christmas cocktail that's as refreshing as a winter breeze and as lively as a holiday parade. As you sip your Yuletide Zest (aka our Yuzu Citrus Lager Christmas Cocktail), let the citrusy zest and festive spirits warm your heart. Until our glasses clink again, may your holidays be filled with laughter, love, and the joy of discovering new and delightful flavors. Keep shaking, stirring, and spreading that Yuletide cheer!