Happy Hour Exclusive: 7 Trendy Cocktails to Try in January!
Indulge in the latest cocktail trends with our exclusive Happy Hour selection featuring 7 trendy cocktails to try in January. From classic favorites to innovative concoctions, elevate your happy hour experience with these must-try libations.
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Winter Warmers: Cozy Cocktails With a Twist to Beat the Chill
Picture this: you’re cozied up in front of your window, snowflakes dancing outside, and a perfectly crafted winter warmer in your hand. Sounds dreamy, right?
I love the feel of a warm glass wrapped in my hands with a delicious-smelling liquid inside. I can’t drink coffee in the evening but a delightful nightcap is always a good choice.
Sipping on our first three cozy cocktails can transport you to a rustic cabin in the woods, complete with crackling fire and fuzzy blankets. But I must warn you the third one has a real boost that might be tough to enjoy before bed.
Spiced Apple Old Fashioned
Equipment
- 1 Lowball Glass
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- 1 Cocktail Shaker
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Ingredients
- 2 1/2 oz Bourbon Quality Bourbon is always best.
- 1/4 oz Apple Cider
- 1 tsp Pure Maple Syrup
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- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
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- 1 piece Cinnamon Stick Garnish
- 1 slice Apple Garnish
- 1 slice Orange Garnish
- 1 Cube Ice Large Ice Cubes are best.
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker
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, and bitters. - Stir (don't shake)
- Strain into a lowball glass
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over one large ice cube. - Garnish with Cinnamon stick, apple slice, and orange slice.
Salted Caramel White Russian
Equipment
- 1 Cocktail Shaker
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- 1 Lowball Glass
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Ingredients
- 1 oz Salted Caramel Kahlua
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- 2 oz Stoli Salted Caramel Vodka
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- 1 oz Half & Half
- 1 Tbsp Ghiradelli Sea Salt Caramel Sauce For Garnish
Instructions
- Drizzle the Salted Caramel sauce down the inside of your lowball glass
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and set aside. - In your cocktail shaker
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, Salted Caramel Vodka, half & half and shake well. - Place fresh ice cubes in your glass and strain your mixture from the cocktail shaker
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over ice.
Espresso Martini
Espresso Martini
Equipment
- 1 Cocktail Shaker
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- 1 Martini Glass
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Ingredients
- 2 oz Ketel One Vodka
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Any premium Vodka can be substituted. - 1/2 oz Kahlua
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- 1 oz Espresso Prepared
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- 2 each Espresso Bean For garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your Espresso as normal and let it cool.
- Combine Espresso, Vodka, Kahlua
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, and simple syrup in a shaker with ice. - Shake well until a foamy top is produced.
- Strain into a Martini Glass
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slowly. - Garnish with Espresso beans for that added touch.
Reinvented Classics: Putting a New Spin on Old Happy Hour Favorites
As we explore the exciting world of trendy cocktails to try in January, it’s important to pay attention to the allure of reinventing classic recipes.
By adding a fresh twist to beloved favorites, we can elevate our happy hour experience and delight our taste buds in unexpected ways.
Blackberry Basil Mojito
Blackberry Basil Mojito
Equipment
- 1 Muddler
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- 1 Cocktail Shaker
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- 1 Collins Glass
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Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 1-2 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
- 6 whole Blackberries
- 3-4 leaves Basil
- 4-5 oz Sparkling Water
Instructions
- In a glass first muddle
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your blackberries aggressively. - Strain into a cocktail shaker
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and discard the pulp. - Add Basil, lime juice, sugar and softly muddle
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together. - Add the rum and shake to combine.
- Fill your Collins glass
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with ice and strain in the cocktail mixture. - Top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a blackberry and sprig of basil
Cucumber Jalapeño Moscow Mule
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Cucumber Jalapeno Moscow Mule
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that will really take a bite out of those cold winter days.Equipment
- 1 Blender
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- 1 Copper Mug
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Ingredients
Cucumber-Jalapeno Mix
- 1 each Jalapeno
- 1/2 each Cucumber
- 2 oz Ginger Beer
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Mule Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Cucumber Jalapeno Mixture Recipe Above
- 2 oz Ketel One Vodka
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Premium is best. - 4 oz Ginger Beer
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- 1 sprig Fresh Mint
- 1 1/2 tsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 4-5 cubes Ice
- 1 slice Cucumber For garnish.
- 1 slice Jalapeno For garnish.
- 2-3 leaves Mint leaves For garnish.
Instructions
Cucumber Jalapeno Mixture
- Dice cucumbers and jalapenos into small chunks.
- Put them into the blender
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. - Add 2 ounces of Ginger Beer
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. - Blend slowly so you have pieces and it isn't mushy.
Moscow Mule Instructions
- Take out your Copper Mug
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and put ice into it. - Pour lime juice over the ice.
- Bring your mint leaves out, press them into your hand to release the flavor, and place them into the mug.
- Add 1 Tbsp of your Cucumber-Jalapeno mixture into each mug.
- Add Vodka
- Add Ginger Beer
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- Garnish with slices of cucumber, Jalapeno and mint leaves.
Notes
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Did you say Dry January? Mocktails for the Non-Alcoholic Alternative For Your Happy Hour
And for those who prefer to skip the alcohol but still want to join in on the cocktail fun, we have the perfect mocktail recipes to satisfy your taste buds without the booze.
These zero-proof options are just as delightful and refreshing as their boozy counterparts, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a trendy and flavorful beverage during happy hour.
Mocktail Margarita
First up is the Mocktail Margarita. This concoction combines the warmth of ginger with the zing of citrus, creating a refreshing and invigorating drink.
Mocktail Margarita
Equipment
- 1 Margarita Glass
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- 1 Cocktail Shaker
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp Orange Juice Fresh if possible.
- 3 Tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 tsp Agave Nectar
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- 1/3 cup Club Soda
- 1 slice Lime For Garnish
- 1 Tsp Coarse Salt For rim
Instructions
- Start by rimming your Margarita Glass
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with lime juice and then dip it into the coarse salt. - Mix all ingredients except for club soda into a cocktail shaker
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with ice. - Pour into Margarita glass
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and top off with Club Soda and gently stir. - Garnish with a lime slice.
Blue Rim Margarita Glasses
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Cucumber Jalapeño Moscow Mule Mocktail – With Seedlip 94
Cucumber Jalapeno Moscow Mule Mocktail
Equipment
- 1 Blender
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- 1 Copper Mug
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Ingredients
Cucumber Jalapeno Mix
- 1 whole Jalapeno
- 1/2 whole Cucumber
- 2 oz Ginger Beer
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is Non-Alcoholic
Mule Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Seedlip Spice 94
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This is a Non-Alcoholic spirit - 4 oz Ginger Beer
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- 1 sprig Fresh Mint
- 1 1/2 tsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 cup Ice
- 1 Tbsp Cucumber Jalapeno Mixture From above
Instructions
Cucumber Jalapeno Mixture
- Dice your cucumbers and jalapenos into small chunks.
- Put them into your blender
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and blend slowly so you still have pieces and it doesn't get mushy. - Set aside
Mule Instructions
- Take out your copper mug
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and put ice into it. - Pour lime juice over the ice
- Press mint leaves into your hand to release the flavor and place them into the mug.
- Add the cucumber jalapeno mixture, Seedlip Spice 94
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. - Garnish with a slice of cucumber, jalapeno, and a few mint leaves.
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So whether you’re skipping the alcohol for personal preference or simply looking for a refreshing alternative, these mocktails will satisfy your thirst and elevate your happy hour experience. Cheers to indulging in a delicious drink, sans the alcohol!
Cheers To Happy Hour Drinks!
These seven trendy cocktails offer the perfect opportunity to revamp your happy hour menu this January.
Whether you’re craving the warmth of a cozy winter warmer, the excitement of a reinvented classic, or in search of an alcohol-free option, there’s a drink here to satisfy every taste and impress every guest.
By embracing these innovative recipes, you have the chance to elevate your cocktail game and create unforgettable moments with your friends.
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Cheers to a new year filled with extraordinary cocktails and unforgettable memories!
