{"id":434107,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=434107"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:04","slug":"holiday-cocktail-recipes-with-bourbon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-cocktail-recipes-with-bourbon\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Simple Holiday Cocktail Recipes with Bourbon to Warm Your Spirits and Delight Your Guests!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with joy, laughter, and a hint of something special bubbling in the kitchen. There\u2019s something magical about sharing a cozy drink with loved ones, especially when that drink has bourbon in it! Let\u2019s explore some delightful cocktail recipes that will elevate your gatherings and bring a touch of warmth to your celebrations.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-cocktail-recipes-with-bourbon\/#Maple_Bourbon_Old_Fashioned\" >Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-cocktail-recipes-with-bourbon\/#Cranberry_Bourbon_Fizz\" >Cranberry Bourbon Fizz<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-cocktail-recipes-with-bourbon\/#Spiced_Bourbon_Apple_Cider\" >Spiced Bourbon Apple Cider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maple_Bourbon_Old_Fashioned\"><\/span>Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/14655674\/pexels-photo-14655674.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned\" title=\"Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Rockwell branding agency on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/dried-leaves-on-the-hood-of-a-vintage-car-14655674\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Linen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bourbon-holiday-cocktail-1760479469.jpg\" alt=\"Bourbon Holiday Cocktail\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brigeeski.com\/bourbon-holiday-cocktail\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bourbon Holiday Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> from BriGeeski<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (46 reviews). Total Time: 3 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SandyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/toasted-apple-cider-bourbon-smash-holiday-bourbon-cocktail-1760479469.jpg\" alt=\"Toasted Apple Cider Bourbon Smash | Holiday Bourbon Cocktail\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/livinglesh.com\/apple-cider-holiday-bourbon-cocktail\/\" target=\"_blank\">Toasted Apple Cider Bourbon Smash | Holiday Bourbon Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> from LivingLesh<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 3 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleGoldenRod\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rosemary-cranberry-bourbon-cocktail-1760479469.jpg\" alt=\"Rosemary Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blackberrybabe.com\/2022\/11\/16\/christmas-bourbon-cocktail\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rosemary Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> from Blackberry Babe<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews). Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This twist on the classic Old Fashioned combines the rich sweetness of maple syrup with the deep, smoky notes of bourbon. The result is a smooth and warming drink that feels like a hug in a glass. It&#8217;s simple to make, yet it impresses with its sophisticated flavor.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 oz bourbon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 oz pure maple syrup<\/li>\n<li>2 dashes Angostura bitters<\/li>\n<li>Orange peel for garnish<\/li>\n<li>Ice cubes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes the Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned special is its perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness. The maple syrup not only adds a unique flavor, but it also gives the cocktail a warm, festive vibe, making it perfect for holiday gatherings. Plus, the aroma of the orange peel complements the bourbon beautifully, making each sip an experience to remember.<\/p>\n<p>As you stir this cocktail, take a moment to appreciate the simplicity of the ingredients coming together. It\u2019s a drink that embodies the spirit of the holidays, and it\u2019s sure to be a hit with your friends and family. Serve it up, and watch everyone\u2019s faces light up with delight!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-a-maple-bourbon-old-fashioned-1760479491.jpg\" alt=\"How to make a Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3UGklbkYxd0\" target=\"_blank\">How to make a Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/receiving-a-maple-syrup-old-fashioned-perfected-bourbon-1760479491.jpg\" alt=\"Receiving a Maple Syrup Old Fashioned: Perfected Bourbon ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DN59ixpDZa3\/\" target=\"_blank\">Receiving a Maple Syrup Old Fashioned: Perfected Bourbon &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/old-fashioned-recipe-with-maple-syrup-whiskey-cocktails-1760479491.jpg\" alt=\"Old Fashioned Recipe With Maple Syrup | Whiskey Cocktails\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=JYovFNjHIdA\" target=\"_blank\">Old Fashioned Recipe With Maple Syrup | Whiskey Cocktails<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cranberry_Bourbon_Fizz\"><\/span>Cranberry Bourbon Fizz<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/14161988\/pexels-photo-14161988.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Cranberry Bourbon Fizz\" title=\"Cranberry Bourbon Fizz\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Rick Leal  de Sousa on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/brown-labeled-bottle-beside-a-glass-of-cocktail-drink-14161988\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Violet\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-ingredient-cranberry-bourbon-fizz-1760479472.jpg\" alt=\"3-Ingredient Cranberry Bourbon Fizz\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gimmesomeoven.com\/cranberry-bourbon-fizz\/\" target=\"_blank\">3-Ingredient Cranberry Bourbon Fizz<\/a><\/strong> from Gimme Some Oven<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (6 reviews). Total Time: 1 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:ForestGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-orange-bourbon-fizz-1760479472.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Orange Bourbon Fizz\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ourbalancedbowl.com\/cranberry-orange-bourbon-fizz\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Orange Bourbon Fizz<\/a><\/strong> from Our Balanced Bowl &#8211;<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (4 reviews). Total Time: 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lavender\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-bourbon-fizz-1760479472.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Bourbon Fizz\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mainespirits.com\/recipes\/cranberry-bourbon-fizz\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Bourbon Fizz<\/a><\/strong> from Maine Spirits<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for something refreshing yet festive, the Cranberry Bourbon Fizz is calling your name. This bubbly concoction combines tart cranberry juice with the smooth warmth of bourbon, resulting in a drink that dances on your palate. The splash of soda adds a fizzy twist, making it a fun choice for any holiday celebration.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 oz bourbon<\/li>\n<li>3 oz cranberry juice<\/li>\n<li>1 oz club soda<\/li>\n<li>Fresh cranberries for garnish<\/li>\n<li>Ice cubes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The vibrant color of this cocktail makes it a standout at any gathering, and it perfectly captures the spirit of the season. The tartness of the cranberry juice is beautifully balanced by the warmth of the bourbon, creating a refreshing drink that everyone will love. Garnishing with fresh cranberries not only adds a pop of color but also enhances the holiday feel.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s fantastic about the Cranberry Bourbon Fizz is how easy it is to whip up a batch for a crowd. Just mix the ingredients in a pitcher, pour over ice, and top with soda for a fizzy finish. It\u2019s a crowd-pleaser that will keep your spirits high and your guests smiling!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-orange-bourbon-fizz-ad21-1760479494.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Orange Bourbon Fizz #ad21+\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/crowdedkitchen1\/posts\/cranberry-orange-bourbon-fizz-ad21\/1137888078342768\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Orange Bourbon Fizz #ad21+<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/holiday-series-brown-sugar-cranberry-bourbon-cocktail-1760479494.jpg\" alt=\"HOLIDAY SERIES: Brown Sugar Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DCINlRay6VN\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">HOLIDAY SERIES: Brown Sugar Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/holiday-hosting-made-simple-this-spiced-cranberry-bourbon-1760479494.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday hosting made simple This spiced cranberry bourbon ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DDXbGf3JId2\/\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday hosting made simple This spiced cranberry bourbon &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiced_Bourbon_Apple_Cider\"><\/span>Spiced Bourbon Apple Cider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5662247\/pexels-photo-5662247.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spiced Bourbon Apple Cider\" title=\"Spiced Bourbon Apple Cider\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by KATRIN  BOLOVTSOVA on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/autumn-apple-cinnamon-drink-in-glasses-5662247\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleGoldenRod\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/toasted-apple-cider-bourbon-smash-holiday-bourbon-cocktail-1760479487.jpg\" alt=\"Toasted Apple Cider Bourbon Smash | Holiday Bourbon Cocktail\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/livinglesh.com\/apple-cider-holiday-bourbon-cocktail\/\" target=\"_blank\">Toasted Apple Cider Bourbon Smash | Holiday Bourbon Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> from LivingLesh<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 3 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bourbon-holiday-cocktail-1760479487.jpg\" alt=\"Bourbon Holiday Cocktail\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brigeeski.com\/bourbon-holiday-cocktail\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bourbon Holiday Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> from BriGeeski<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (46 reviews). Total Time: 3 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rosemary-cranberry-bourbon-cocktail-1760479487.jpg\" alt=\"Rosemary Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blackberrybabe.com\/2022\/11\/16\/christmas-bourbon-cocktail\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rosemary Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail<\/a><\/strong> from Blackberry Babe<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews). Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Nothing says cozy quite like a warm drink on a chilly evening, and the Spiced Bourbon Apple Cider is the perfect remedy for winter blues. This cocktail combines the sweetness of apple cider with the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, making it a comforting choice for holiday gatherings. Adding bourbon takes it to the next level, creating a drink that warms you from the inside out.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 oz bourbon<\/li>\n<li>4 oz apple cider<\/li>\n<li>1 cinnamon stick<\/li>\n<li>2-3 cloves<\/li>\n<li>Star anise for garnish<\/li>\n<li>Orange slices for garnish<\/li>\n<li>Heat-safe mug<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This drink is special because it brings together the flavors of the season in the most delightful way. With just a few ingredients and a little heating, you can create a fragrant concoction that fills your home with the inviting aroma of spiced apples. The addition of the bourbon gives it a warm kick that enhances the flavors, making every sip feel like a celebration.<\/p>\n<p>Serving this warm cocktail in heat-safe mugs adds to the cozy atmosphere, making it perfect for sipping by the fire. It\u2019s an easy recipe that can be made in larger batches, allowing you to enjoy one-on-one time with your guests while keeping the drinks flowing. Your holiday gatherings will certainly be brighter with this comforting drink at hand!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warm up your holiday gatherings with three delightful bourbon cocktail recipes that will enchant your guests and elevate your festive spirit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":434602,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-434107","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-party","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/434107","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=434107"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/434107\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/434602"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=434107"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=434107"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=434107"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=434107"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}