White Christmas Cocktail

Nothing says Christmas more than this fruity, ginger-y and refreshing cocktail. With a hint of St. Germain liqueur, it is floral and fabulous and perfect for fizzy cocktail lovers. White Christmas Cocktail is a great way to add some holiday cheer to your gatherings, and you don’t need more than a cocktail shaker to make it!

If you love craft cocktails, this classy creation will become a favorite! It’s easy to shake up in your cocktail shaker, and it’s an elegant but still approachable cocktail. With floral notes from the St. Germain liqueur and zing from the ginger, it’s refreshing, so pretty, and tastes great!

Ingredients

• Gin – Or vodka.
• St. Germain Liqueur
• Fresh ginger – A 1/2-inch piece cut into 3 slices.
• Lemon peel/zest – A 1-inch piece of lemon zest.
• Ginger beer – Or ginger ale, for topping up.
• Lemon twist or cucumber Christmas tree – Optional garnish.

What is St. Germain Liqueur?

St. Germain Liqueur is a French liqueur made from elderflowers handpicked in the French Alps, and it has a delicate, floral sweetness that’s both subtle and complex. It’s often called the ‘bartender’s ketchup’ due to its versatility and ability to blend seamlessly with a wide range of spirits. In my White Christmas Cocktail, St. Germain adds a layer of sophisticated floral notes that complement the gin’s botanicals and the sharpness of the ginger, creating an elegant flavor profile perfect for festive occasions.

How to Make the White Christmas Cocktail

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the gin, St. Germain, sliced fresh ginger, and the piece of lemon zest into the shaker.
3. Shake the cocktail for 1-2 minutes. This not only chills the ingredients but also allows the flavors of the ginger and lemon to come out.
4. Strain the mixture into a tall cocktail glass filled with crushed ice.
5. Gently top off the cocktail with ginger beer or ginger ale.
6. Add a lemon twist or a cucumber Christmas tree for a festive touch, and enjoy!

Chef Jenn’s Tips

• Shake for at least a minute to release the flavor from the fresh ginger and the lemon zest.
• Gin and St. Germain are a perfect combination, but vodka will taste good in this easy holiday cocktail, too.
• Always use plenty of ice in the shaker and the glass to keep it refreshingly cold.

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What to Pair With This White Christmas Cocktail

This cocktail pairs wonderfully with light appetizers like baked brie or Whipped Feta. For main dishes, pair this St. Germain cocktail with lighter fare like Seafood Stuffed Bell Peppers or a Christmas ham. Desserts like this Triple Ginger Cake pair perfectly with the ginger notes in the cocktail, making this a delicious combo to finish any holiday meal.