Summary:
Suggestions for making non-alcoholic party drinks for holiday get-togethers. Go way beyond the usual sodas and bottled water, and offer your guests something truly special.

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Christmas and New Year´s Eve are the busiest holidays, especially for parties and get-togethers. If you´re planning to host a party, big or small, beverages are a big part of the event. While cocktails, wine, and beer remain popular party drinks, you´ll want to make sure that there is a variety of non-alcoholic drinks on hand for those who are driving, or who don´t drink alcohol. Go beyond the usual soda or bottled water with some special non-alcoholic drinks that look as good as they taste.

Dressed-Up Eggnog

Eggnog is a holiday treat that has a unique flavor all its own. A simple sprinkle of nutmeg is traditional, but you can dress up your eggnog even more to make it truly original.

Flavor shots, like those used in specialty coffees, can be stirred into a glass of eggnog to enhance the flavor. These can be found in most grocery stores and coffee shops. Use a light hand and add only a bit at a time, as you don´t want to overpower the eggnog. Try cinnamon, hazelnut, or gingerbread flavored syrups in eggnog.

Complete the drink with a cinnamon stick and a small shake of cinnamon or nutmeg on top.

Cranberry Mocktails

Cranberry juice is a popular cocktail mixer because of its beautiful red color and tart, fresh flavor. For a special holiday drink, mix cranberry juice with an equal portion of club soda or sparkling water, and add a splash of another type of juice. Try orange, grapefruit, or pineapple juice for an almost creamy appearance and a punch of taste. Garnish the glass with chunks of fresh fruit, or rim the glass with colored sugar.

For a tasty frozen drink, combine a cup of cranberry juice with...

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