With holiday season wrapping up, we have rounded up some of Houston’s festive cocktail offerings that are guaranteed to make spirits bright. Take a look at what you don't want to miss out on!
With holiday season wrapping up, we have rounded up some of Houston’s festive cocktail offerings that are guaranteed to make spirits bright. Take a look at what you don’t want to miss out on!
Amrina
3 Waterway Square Pl #100
The Woodlands, Texas 77380
936.444.4150
Woodlands hotspot, Amrina, is serving up a festive libation this holiday season. Named, The 25th ($17), this cocktail features Austin Bourbon, plantain dark rum, all spice dram, pomegranate syrup, and Peycheaud bitters.
Andiron Grille & Patio
3201 Allen Parkway, Suite E110
Houston, Texas 77019
281.974.1513
For this holiday season, cozy live-fire neighborhood spot, Andiron Grille & Patio, is putting their spin on a modern classic with their delectable Peppermint Carajillo. Served in a charming, glass moose mug as an ode to the famous Christmas movie, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, this nitro carajillo is infused with peppermint giving it a sweet holiday flavor and topped with a miniature candy cane. Enjoy this festive libation all December long.
Artechouse Houston
600 W 6th Street
Houston, TX 77007
Artechouse Houston invites you to savor the season at their XR Bar with a cocktail menu that is designed to evoke the cozy and joyful spirit of winter, with unconventional flavor pairings and indulgent ingredients.
Sip your way through holiday magic with creations like the Winter Caramel Sleigh, a decadent blend of spiced rum, warm apple cider, rich caramel, and sea salt, topped with whipped cream and caramel chunks. Or try the Snowflake Sparkle, a bubbly celebration of champagne and apple cider, crowned with playful cotton candy. For a refreshing twist, enjoy the Frosted Berry Cane, a fizzy mix of gin, blueberry and almond syrups, brightened with lemon and finished with a candy cane flourish.
Pair these enchanting cocktails with your visit to the Houston Holiday Spectacular, a multi-sensory wonderland where digital art, sound, and interactivity bring the spirit of the season to life. Whether you’re toasting before or unwinding after, Artechouse’s holiday cocktails promise a festive drinking experience like no other.
Berg Hospitality Group
1244 N Post Oak Rd Suite 100
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 804-3317
Celebrate the holiday season at Berg Hospitality Group concepts! All concepts (Annabelle Brasserie, The Annie Cafe & Bar, B&B Butchers B.B. Italia, B.B. Lemon, Prime 131, Trattoria Sofia, Turner’s, Turner’s Cut), except Buttermilk Baby, will be offering three limited edition holiday cocktails from November 29 through the end of December: the Fireside Cheer, made with bourbon, maple syrup, and allspice dram; the White Peach Margarita with tequila, cointreau, peach puree, lime juice, and cinnamon bun syrup; and the Espresso Mint-tini with vodka, Kahlua, espresso, peppermint syrup, and Aztec chocolate bitters.
Blossom Houston Hotel
7118 Bertner Avenue, Houston, TX 77030
832.734.8888
The Blossom Houston Hotel, situated between the Medical Center and Museum District, is serving up three festive cocktails for the holiday season. The Frosty the Snowman features white rum, coconut cream, simple syrup, and lemon juice, Mrs. Claus a festive cocktail with your choice of tequila, vodka, rum, or gin perfectly balanced with simple syrup and a creamy splash half & half, and The Grinch made with sparkling wine, orange juice, and blue curacao.
Classic Christmas by Enchant
303 Memorial City Way
Houston, TX 77007
Houston’s newest holiday sensation, Classic Christmas, is bringing the festive spirit to life with an enchanting lineup of holiday sips crafted in partnership with Coca-Cola. Indulge in: Spice Trade: A bold mix of Coca-Cola, scotch, sweet vermouth, Fernet-Branca, Cynar, and chocolate liqueur, Kiss Under the Mistletoe: Coca-Cola, spiced rum, grenadine, fresh orange, and a fragrant sprig of rosemary. Sweater Weather: A cozy blend of Seagram’s Ginger Ale, spiced rum, spiced brown sugar, and apple cider, CokeChata: Coca-Cola, RumChata, spiced rum, chocolate syrup, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings for a decadent treat, Ho Ho Ho Holiday Mule: Sprite, whiskey, ginger syrup, crushed mint, and a festive candy cane garnish, Maple Stormy Night: Coca-Cola, whiskey, maple syrup, lemon juice, and Minute Maid Orange Juice, and Santa’s Favorite Margarita: Sprite, tequila, blood orange syrup, lime juice, and Minute Maid Orange Juice.
MAVEN at Sawyer Yards
1501 Silver St. Bldg B
Houston, TX 77007
713.899.9074
With the holiday season in full swing, MAVEN at Sawyer Yards is celebrating the spirit of the season with a lineup of festive drinks. Holiday specials include the ($16) Pomme Toddy, a comforting blend of spiced pear liqueur, lemon and apple cider, perfect for chilly evenings. On the coffee side, seasonal syrups like gingerbread and peppermint add a touch of cheer to your favorite lattes, while eggnog cold foam offers a festive twist to cold brews. The cozy drinks pair perfectly with seasonal updates to the dinner menu, including favorites like lobster pot pie, French onion soup and a squash salad.
Puttshack
1200 McKinney St
Houston, TX 77010
346.509.7888
From December 4 to December 31, raise a glass to the season with Puttshack’s new Holiday Spritz—a refreshing blend of Jameson Orange Whiskey, Aperol, Maschio Prosecco Brut, soda water, and a fresh rosemary garnish. Perfect for festive gatherings, this holiday cocktail is best enjoyed while taking on Puttshack’s tech-infused mini golf experience.
SOSH Coffees + Cocktails at Us Bayou Park
2221 W Dallas St.
Houston, TX 77019
713.437.3633
Get into the holiday spirit at SOSH Coffees + Cocktails at Us Bayou Park, a chic coffee and cocktail lounge located in the heart of Us Bayou Park, an upscale residential community along the Allen Parkway corridor. This season, indulge in their special holiday cocktails, including the ($13) Pomegranate Mojito, a vibrant, ruby-red cocktail crafted with rum, pomegranate juice, fresh lime, muddled mint, simple syrup and club soda. For a dessert-inspired treat, the ($13) Peppermint Bark Martini combines vanilla vodka, crème de menthe, and crème de cacao. A chocolate syrup and crushed candy cane rim, topped with a mini candy cane, ensures this cocktail is pure holiday magic.
SOSH Coffees + Cocktails is open to the public with parking available at the front of the property.
SwitcHouse Plates & Pours
1200 Lake Plaza Drive Spring, TX 77389
281.350.4000
Houston CityPlace Marriott’s onsite restaurant, SwitcHouse Plate & Pours, is offering four holiday cocktails this season. Guests can celebrate with the Western Campfire ($16.95) made with Bulleit Bourbon, hot coffee, simple syrup, and heavy whipping cream, the Snowman’s Boot ($14.95) featuring Agua Sol Reposado Tequila, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, ginger beer, and dressed with a lime wedge, the Cranberry Crush ($17.95) made with Ritten House Whiskey, unsweetened cranberry juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup, and the Maple Old Fashion ($18.95) crafted with Buffalo Trace Whiskey, and maple syrup angostura bitters.
The Pit Room
1201 Richmond Ave Houston, TX 77006 | 281.888.1929
10301 Katy Fwy Houston, TX 77024 |346.741.5550
The Pit Room is offering cocktails to-go for all of your hosting needs this holiday season. The 750ml Pre-Batched Cocktails – available in Margarita ($39) or Bold Fashioned ($48) are perfect for guests to serve themselves and pair perfectly with all of your holiday food favorites.
Zanti Cucina Italiana – River Oaks
1958 West Gray Street/77019
Zanti Cucina Italiana – The Woodlands
10000 Research Forest Drive/77354
Both Zanti locations are celebrating the holiday season with a festive lineup of creative cocktails crafted by their talented bartenders.
At the River Oaks hot spot, guests can sip on unique, seasonal flavors like the smoky, espresso-kissed Noche de Oaxaca with mezcal, cinnamon-anise syrup, and Licor 43, or the herbaceous Reindeer Games, blending gin, St. Germain, and muddled sage. For a sweet twist, there’s Chocolate Night, combining Rémy 1738 Cognac with rich crème de cacao, while Spice Up Your Life and Milan Acido round out the selection. In the spirit of holiday cheer, Zanti River Oaks will donate $5 to Sky High for Kids, supporting the nonprofit’s impactful mission.
The Zanti location in The Woodlands features the Cranberry Bliss, which combines Nikka Coffee Gin with cranberry basil syrup, Italicus and prosecco to create a refreshing, festive cocktail. Other options include the Christmas Desire, a delightful mix of Belle de Brillet Pear Liqueur, Cutty Sark, grenadine, egg white and fresh lemon juice. For a truly seasonal experience, the Winter’s Walk and Raisin Punch perfectly capture the essence of the holidays with raisin and spiced syrups. Zanti Woodlands will donate $5 to YES to Youth for every cocktail sold, supporting the nonprofit’s impactful mission.
