Christmas may be over but that does not mean we have to say goodbye to our favorite festive flavors just yet. To help you get the most out of the season, we have compiled a list of 6 establishments around Austin where you can still savor a taste of the holidays through their holly and jolly cocktails. Happy sipping!
2207 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757
Here at Lala’s, it is Christmas all year round! Recoup from the holiday hustle and bustle with a cup of Grandma’s Boozy Eggnog, a Hot Toddy or a Hot Cocoa. Surrounded by holiday decor, you might even forgot it’s 80 degrees beyond Lala’s front doors.
307 W 5th St Unit A, Austin, TX 78701
Don’t miss out on this Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar! Serving seasonal favorites in the most festive setting, Miracle features wall-to-wall holiday decor, multiple bars and a lot of Christmas spirits such as a zingy Christmapolitan, a warming Jolly Koala and a Snowball Old Fashioned.
2400 Webberville Rd Suite A, Austin, TX 78702
Through the end of the year, this East Austin bar is hosting a Nostalgic Noel pop-up, or an epic celebration of 90’s and 2000’s toys and cartoons in cocktail fashion. With drinks like Rocko’s Modern Toddy, Bebop (frozen peppermint mocha) and The Gromble’s Grog (hot buttered rum), you still have time to savor your favorite holiday flavors.
1000 East 11th Street, Austin, TX 78702
Feeling naughty? Feeling nice? Old Thousand has a list for that! This holiday, take direction from Old Thousand’s Naughty & Nice cocktail list. Try the new Buttered Up Blitzen made with buttered Tequila, Chai syrup and hot apple cider. Or sip the Sleigh Ride Flip complete with Sombra Mezcal, peppermint Schnapps, chocolate Coquito and whole egg. For non-alcoholic options, consider Elf On A Shelf made with honey, rosemary, grapefruit, lime and tonic, or Jingle All The Way with cranberry, orange, lemon, soda and ginger beer.
2211 Webberville Rd #3548, Austin, TX 78702
Through December 30th, this Webberville bar is hosting its annual Hanukkah pop-up. This year’s theme of “Get Lit” is all about drinking for a cause. Featuring frozen eggnog, an Oy Fashioned, and Latke Punch made with apple cider, potato vodka, lemon and ginger liqueur, a portion of all the proceeds will benefit Shalom Austin.
1109 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
For the month of December, enjoy winter cocktails and festive decorations at Gibson’s Wonderland! Stick with a classic with the Spiked Mint Hot Cocoa and Espresso Martini or try something new like the Poinsettia that is Serrano infused Milagro with Vida mezcal, hibiscus agave, lime, and Cointreau.
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