This drink is a little bit naughty, a little bit nice, and a whole lot delicious! I am a bit obsessed and you might be too because this Dirty Santa Cocktail is fun to make, super cute and perfect for holiday gatherings. With a mix of smooth vodka, tangy lime juice, sweet grenadine, and fragrant elderflower lemonade, this festive cocktail is not only beautiful but also bursting with flavor and maybe a little too easy to drink. Rimmed with coconut for that snowy feel and garnished with fresh cranberries and rosemary, it’s the perfect holiday showstopper for parties and gatherings. Let’s grab those Santa hats and shake up the ultimate Christmas cocktail!
This Dirty Santa Cocktail recipe is simple yet festive, with easy-to-find ingredients that come together to create the perfect holiday drink:
The Dirty Santa Cocktail is more than just a cocktail, it’s a whole festive experience from appearance to sip! With its bright red color, snowy coconut rim, and cheerful holiday garnishes, it’s a visual treat that screams Christmas. Its sweet, tangy, and bubbly flavor is perfectly balanced for sipping, and its versatility makes it a hit at holiday parties or cozy nights by the fire. This cocktail truly embodies the holiday spirit in every sip!
Here’s how to create the ultimate Santa Cocktail with vodka:
Brush coconut cream around the rim of your glass using a pastry brush. Sprinkle desiccated coconut over the cream until the rim is evenly covered. Chill in the fridge.
In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, grenadine, and fresh lime juice. Add ice and shake vigorously.
Fill your prepared glass with ice, then pour in the cocktail mixture.
Add elderflower lemonade for a refreshing, bubbly finish. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for that festive touch.
This cocktail is so fun to customize so get creative and make it all your own!
Pair your Dirty Santa Cocktail with festive bites to elevate your holiday gathering. Serve alongside my favorite Grinch Cookies, Savory Vegan Meatball Holiday Wreath balance the cocktail’s sweet and tangy flavors, or keep it simple with a cheese board with nuts and dried fruits make for a perfect holiday pairing.
Who doesn’t love a themed cocktail? The holidays are here and what better way to toast to all the goodies than with this Dirty Santa Cocktail? It’s the perfect blend of festive fun and delicious flavor. Easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and looks absolutely stunning. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply looking for the perfect Christmas drink to enjoy by the fire, this cocktail is sure to bring some holiday cheer. With its sweet, tangy, and bubbly taste, this drink is a guaranteed hit for the season!
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Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!