Mistletoe Martini

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is less than a week away and I am whipping up a festive favorite ~ Mistletoe Martinis! This tasty zingy cocktail blends cranberry, pomegranate and elderflower liquor for a flavor that you won’t forget.

You can find about a hundred different renditions of this drink online but this is by far my favorite variation. It calls for vodka, St. Germain, cranberry pomegranate juice and pops with color and texture with a garnish of fresh cranberry & mint!

This is also a super simple cocktail to make in a large batch and serve in a pitcher or drink dispenser. Umm hello, Did someone say Christmas party? It’s also an eye catcher and can serve as the centerpiece to your bar!

Ingredients:

• 1 oz St. Germaine Elderflower Liquor
• 1 1/2 oz Pomegranate Cranberry Juice
• 1 1/2 oz Vodka
• 1/2 oz Simply Syrup

Method:

• Pour vodka, elderberry liqueur, cranberry pomegranate juice and simple syrup in a shaker
• Fill with ice
• Vigorously shake until chilled
• Strain into a martini glass
• Garnish with fresh cranberries and mint sprig

A note: This recipe calls for a half ounce simple syrup. That’s supposed to be a conservative amount that’s just enough to help the elderflower liqueur counteract the tartness of the cranberry. If it is not sweet enough for your liking, simply add a dash more!