Christmas is a time for gathering with loved ones, sharing laughter, and creating memories—and what better way to elevate the festive spirit than with a perfectly crafted Christmas cocktail?
These herb-infused creations are all inspired by Unwins Herb Seeds. Anyone can grow herbs from seed! Whether you have a collection of patio pots or a tiny kitchen windowsill; they are easy to grow and make such a different to home-made dishes and cocktails.
Take a look at these festive cocktail recipes:
Rosemary Cranberry Spritz
Flavour: Tart, sparkling, and refreshing with a hint of pine-like aroma.
Ingredients
- 30ml Cranberry Juice
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120ml Sparkling Wine
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60ml Vodka (or Gin if you prefer)
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10-15ml Sugar Syrup (adjust to taste)
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1-2 Sprigs of Fresh Unwins Rosemary
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Cranberries (optional garnish)
- Ice
Method
- Mix a sprig of rosemary and sugar syrup in a glass to release the rosemary oils.
- Add cranberry juice, vodka, and ice.
- Stir gently to mix the ingredients together.
- Top with sparkling wine for a fizzy, refreshing finish.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Peppermint Mojito
Flavour: Sweet, minty and festive!
Ingredients
- 60ml White Rum
- 30ml Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 60ml Soda
- 10-15ml Sugar Syrup (adjust to taste)
- Sugar (for the rim)
- 8-10 Fresh Unwins Mint Peppermint Leaves
- Ice
Method
- Dip the rim of the glass into sugar syrup and then cover with sugar.
- Muddle the mint leaves and sugar syrup in a glass to release the mint oils.
- Add the lime juice, white rum, and a couple of wedges of lime, and stir to mix.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Top with soda and gently stir.
- Garnish with a candy cane or fresh mint sprig for an extra festive touch.
Festive Bloody Mary
Flavour: Savory, spicy and aromatic.
Ingredients
- 50ml Vodka
- 150ml Tomato Juice
- 15ml Lemon Juice
- 1-2 dashes of Worcestershire Sauce
- 2-3 dashes of Hot Sauce
- Pinch of Salt & Pepper
- 1-2 sprigs of Unwins Dill (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 celery stalk (optional garnish)
- Ice
Method:
- Combine the ingredients in a shaker or tall glass, mix the vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt & pepper. Stir or shake well to combine.
- Tear one sprig of fresh dill and muddle lightly in the bottom of a glass to release its aroma before adding the Bloody Mary mixture.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour the Bloody Mary mixture over the ice.
- Add a sprig of fresh dill, and optionally a celery stalk for a festive and flavorful presentation.
Mint Chocolate Martini
Flavour: Rich, creamy and reminiscent of all things Christmas!
Ingredients
- 50 ml Vodka
- 25 ml Chocolate Liqueur
- 15 ml Sugar Syrup (infused with fresh mint—see below)
- 25 ml Cream or Half-and-Half (optional, for a creamy version)
- 3-4 Fresh Unwins Garden Mint (plus extra for garnish)
- Crushed candy canes, chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional garnish)
- Ice (for shaking)
Method
- (Optional) Dip the rim of a martini glass into syrup and then crushed candy canes or choice of sprinkles.
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle 3-4 mint leaves to release their aroma.
- Add the vodka, chocolate liqueur, sugar syrup, cream (if using), and ice.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and frothy.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass.
- Add a fresh sprig of Unwins Garden Mint Leaves for a fragrant finish.
*For just as delicious non-alcoholic alternatives, remove the alcohol and increase the volume of juice or soda*