This time of year can get pretty boozy: you’ve got your eggnog; your mulled wine; your New Years’ bubbly, and of course the requisite bowl of punch. But the classics can get a little tired—especially with all the (responsible) imbibing you’ll probably be doing. So, we thought we’d dial things up a bit: think a Bourbon-and-Campari punch; homemade mulled wine with brandy and fresh fruit; and even a zero-proof Negroni Sbagliato.
Whether you’re ringing in the New Year or just curling up by the fire with a warm mug (or glass) of something, you’ll definitely want to add one of these to your rotation.
Autumn Spritz Cocktail
This drink sounds a teeny bit all over the place, but the warm, citrusy, autumnal vibes are truly on-point, delivered by Chef Andy Miller of SoCal favorite Great White. Star anise—one of our favorite spices for both savory and sweet recipes—delivers a woodsy, licorice-y note that we find particularly addictive.
Winter Margarita with Pomegranate
Pomegranate isn’t just festive—it also makes a superb base for a wintry margarita. Instead of your typical margarita or highball glass, try dressing this one up by serving in one of our Stemless Wine Glasses (with an optional sugar rim, if that’s your thing.)
Spirit-Free Sbagliato
Love the bitterness and fizz of a Negroni Sbagliato, but trying to cut out the booze? Try this zero-proof version from Erin Ashford of Austin haunt Holiday: made with a non-alcoholic aperitif like Giffard as well as tonic water and orange juice, this bubbly bev is way more complex (and delicious) than your average mocktail.
In the Cups Bourbon Punch
The slightly sweet, oak-y taste of bourbon balances out the bitter, citrusy vibes of this party-ready punch, which also features Campari and blood orange juice. Serve this punch in our Crystal Wine Glasses (traditional or Stemless) to really show off those sunset hues and ensure guests come back for a refill (or two).
Mulled Wine
Everyone needs at least one mulled wine recipe to serve during the winter holidays, and this one might be our favorite. With unmatched heat retention, our French-made Dutch Oven is the ideal vessel for this recipe—make it ahead of a holiday party, set over low on the stove, and enjoy the fruits of your labor all evening long.
While we wouldn’t use a top-shelf wine for this tipple, you should still reach for a decent bottle of red: go for a fruity, full-bodied wine like a Merlot or Grenache.
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Equal parts cozy and bright, these cocktails are the perfect remedy for the shorter, darker days of fall and winter, especially when served in our fan-favorite Wine Glasses. With a proprietary shape equally suited to wine or cocktails, there's no better addition to your glassware cabinet this season.
You definitely do not have to wait for the winter holidays to roll around: make these for a party, a chill hangout with friends, or just a solo night on the couch—crackling fire not required.
