Christmas Snowball Cocktail

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Celebrate the festive season with a classic Christmas snowball cocktail. With its creamy texture, this festive drink is the perfect winter cocktail for holiday gatherings and cozy evenings by the fireplace.

A classic Christmas snowball cocktail is a delightful blend of advocaat, a rich and creamy Dutch liqueur, with the option of adding brandy for an extra warming kick. The tangy lime juice beautifully balances the sweetness of the advocaat, while sparkling lemonade adds a refreshing fizz to the mix.

Serve in a tall glass, garnished with a lime wedge and a maraschino cherry. This cocktail tastes wonderful and looks festive. Perfect for a Christmas party!

classic snowball cocktail birds eye view

Ingredients

Here’s what you need for this creamy drink. Find the ingredient amounts and the full recipe in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Advocaat: A velvety Dutch liqueur made from a mixture of egg yolks, sugar, and brandy, giving the cocktail its signature creamy base.
Brandy (optional): Extra brandy adds flavor and warmth.
Fresh lime juice: Provides a fresh, citrusy zing that cuts through the richness of the advocaat.
Sparkling lemonade: Fizzy lemonade brings a bubbly and refreshing element to the cocktail.
Lime wedge: For garnishing.
Maraschino Cherry: This adds a sweet, festive garnish that complements the drink’s flavors.

Preparing a traditional snowball cocktail

Combine the advocaat, brandy (if using), and lime juice in a highball glass. Stir it.
Add in ice and top with sparkling lemonade.
Garnish with a slice of lime and a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately and enjoy the festive flavors.

FAQS

What are some garnish variations for this cocktail?

Apart from lime wedges and maraschino cherries, you can garnish with a cinnamon stick, a sprinkle of nutmeg, or add sugar to the rim of the glass for a festive look.

What type of glass is best for serving the Christmas Snowball Cocktail?

A highball glass works well for this cocktail.

Can I use something other than lime juice?

Sure! Lemon juice can be used as alternatives to lime juice.

Is there a specific type of sparkling lemonade that works best?

Not necessarily; you can use any brand of sparkling lemonade you like best. The key is the balance of sweetness and fizz to complement the creamy advocaat and zesty lime juice.

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