Cheers to Home: Holiday Cocktails & Mocktails

Mistral Marketing
Dec 16, 2025
3 min read

The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with friends and family and create lasting memories. At mistral, each community has its own unique charm — and we’ve crafted a festive drink inspired by each one.

From sparkling spritzes to cozy old fashioned and family-friendly mocktails, these signature drinks bring holiday cheer to every home. Whether you’re toasting by the fireplace, hosting a holiday brunch, or enjoying a quiet evening, these drinks are sure to add warmth and sparkle to your celebrations.

Mooney’s Bay Sunset Spritz

Inspired by The Docks at Mooney’s Bay (Ottawa).

Bright, bubbly, and perfect for waterfront holiday toasts. The warm orange hue and sparkling bubbles capture the glow of a winter sunset over the water, making it a cheerful start to any gathering.

Ingredients:

2 oz Aperol
3 oz Prosecco
1 oz sparkling water
Slice of orange
Ice

Instructions:

Fill a glass with ice.
Add Aperol, top with Prosecco and sparkling water.
Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.

Applewood Cider Holiday Smash

Cozy and festive, this cocktail celebrates the flavours of the season with crisp apple cider, warming spices, and a hint of maple. Perfect for fireside gatherings, holiday brunches, or as a welcoming drink for friends and family. The apple slice and cinnamon stick garnish make it as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients:

2 oz apple vodka or bourbon
1 oz apple cider
½ oz lemon juice
½ oz maple syrup or simple syrup
Dash of cinnamon
Ice
Apple slice and cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions:

Shake apple vodka, cider, lemon juice, and syrup with ice.
Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
Sprinkle cinnamon and garnish with apple slice and cinnamon stick.

Grafton Evergreen Old Fashioned

Inspired by Grafton Heights (Grafton).

Classic and warming with a hint of maple sweetness, this Old Fashioned is aromatic and festive. The bitters and bourbon provide a rich, comforting base, while the rosemary garnish evokes the woodland charm and tranquility of Grafton during winter. Perfect for intimate gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire.

Ingredients:

2 oz bourbon or rye
½ oz maple syrup or brown sugar simple syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters
Sprig of rosemary or pine (garnish)
Ice

Instructions:

Stir bourbon, syrup, and bitters with ice.
Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
Garnish with rosemary or pine.

EV SIX Winter Wonderland

Inspired by EV SIX (Cobourg).

Crisp, festive, and sparkling, this cocktail combines tart cranberry, zesty lime, and a hint of honey for a bright, refreshing holiday drink. Its vibrant color and sparkling finish make it perfect for cheerful parties or cozy evenings.

Ingredients:

2 oz gin or vodka
1 oz cranberry juice
½ oz lime juice
½ oz honey or simple syrup
Sparkling water
Ice
Lime wheel and cranberries for garnish

Instructions:

Shake gin, cranberry juice, lime juice, and honey with ice.
Strain into a tall glass with ice.
Top with sparkling water and garnish.

Parkside Espresso Martini

Inspired by Parkside (Brighton).

Bold, rich, and indulgent, this Espresso Martini is perfect for cozy winter evenings or festive holiday parties. Smooth coffee, a touch of sweetness, and a hint of chocolate make it an elegant after-dinner sip that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients:

2 oz vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
1 oz freshly brewed espresso (hot or cooled)
½ oz simple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Ice
Coffee beans or chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions:

Fill a shaker with ice.
Add vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup.
Shake vigorously until frothy and chilled.
Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Garnish with coffee beans or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.

The Wildwood Berry Cheer (Mocktail)

Inspired by Wildwood (Garden Hill).

Family-friendly, refreshing, and festive, this mocktail bursts with vibrant berries, a touch of lime, and sparkling water for a holiday-ready sip everyone can enjoy. Perfect for brunch, holiday parties, or cozy family gatherings, it embodies the natural beauty and joyful spirit of Wildwood.

Ingredients:

¼ cup cranberry juice
¼ cup mixed berry purée
½ oz lime juice
½ oz honey or simple syrup
Sparkling water
Ice
Fresh berries and mint for garnish

Instructions:

Combine juice, purée, lime, and honey.
Add ice, top with sparkling water, and stir.
Garnish with berries and mint.

Toast to Joy, Warmth, and Togetherness

No matter which mistral community you call home, these drinks are a delicious way to toast the season. Each recipe captures the unique charm of your neighbourhood while bringing warmth, sparkle, and festive cheer to every gathering. Cheers to celebrating the holiday season and sharing the warmth of mistral communities!