Playing bartender has never been easier. You can whip up a batch of these spirited drinks in two shakes.
1. Pomegranate Martinis
This pretty red-hued cocktail, fortified with Cointreau and sweetened with simple syrup, is perfect for the holidays.
Get the recipe: Pomegranate Martinis
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2. Mulled Wine With Cranberries
Cranberry juice cocktail and fresh cranberries give this favorite winter warmer a tart kick.
Get the recipe: Mulled Wine With Cranberries
3. Apple Brandy Cordials
Garnish each glass with apple slices to add an extra hint of fruitiness.
Get the recipe: Apple Brandy Cordials
Read more: Microwave Mulled Wine Recipe
4. Easy Blender Eggnog
Use your blender to easily whip up this warm nutmeg-spiced drink.
Get the recipe: Easy Blender Eggnog
5. Rum and Grapefruit Spritzers
Use either ginger ale or ginger beer to give this spritzer its fizz; choose ginger beer if you would like a stronger ginger flavor.
Get the recipe: Rum and Grapefruit Spritzers
Read more: Top 10 Wines at Trader Joe’s Under $20
6. Rosemary, Grape and Gin Cocktails
Rosemary-infused simple syrup lends a delicate herbal note that doesn’t overpower the other ingredients.
Get the recipe: Rosemary, Grape and Gin Cocktails
Get the rest of the tasty holiday cocktails From Real Simple here.
This article originally appeared on RealSimple.com
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