3 Ways with Holiday Cocktails

Eggnog has its time and place, but we're shaking up the cocktail category with some fresh takes on festive libations.

Photo: Maya Visnyei

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Cherry rosemary vodka ice
(Photo: Maya Visnyei)

Cherry Rosemary Vodka Ice

We chose rosemary to round out this drink’s fruity sweetness because we believe even boozy bevvies should come with a few health bennies. The scent and flavor of rosemary are linked to stress reduction, and rosemary oil, a common element in aromatherapy, has been found to improve alertness and mood.

Clementine turmeric margarita
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Clementine Turmeric Margarita

This soothing sipper looks like sunshine in a glass. We’re big fans of turmeric, a golden root used since antiquity in both cooking and ancient medicine. This spice contains compounds called curcuminoids, which have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Burnt grapefruit gin smash
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Burnt Grapefruit Gin Smash

This upscale twist on the classic gin smash is flavored with basil leaves. One tablespoon of this herb contains roughly 13% of the recommended daily intake for vitamin K, an essential nutrient that plays an important role in blood clotting, bone mineral density and cardiovascular health.

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