‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry! In Sonoma County, we’ve got oh so many delicious options to enjoy in December. For some festive cocktails that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit, click through the gallery above.
Get Into the Holiday Spirit at These Sonoma Bars and Distilleries
‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry! Here are some ideas for a festive night on the town.
Hanson of Sonoma, Espresso Hot Chocolate: Guaranteed to warm you up on a cold, winter’s night, this boozy chocolate drink is made with hot cocoa, organic espresso vodka and heavy cream, then garnished with candy canes and marshmallows. 22985 Burndale Road, Sonoma, 707-343-1805, hansonofsonoma.com (Hanson of Sonoma)
Hanson of Sonoma, Espresso Martini: Martinis are having a moment that never seems to end! Made with organic espresso vodka and whipping cream, the Hanson’s Espresso Martini is a decadent choice. (Hanson of Sonoma)
Hanson’s Organic Espresso vodka is available at the distillery in Sonoma (pictured). An Espresso Martini cocktail kit is also available for purchase. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Barber Lee Spirits, Apple a Day: A recipe for good health, this cocktail created by the hardworking trio behind Barber Lee Spirits features apple brandy, absinthe, lemon, honey syrup and more. 120 Washington St., Petaluma, 707-971-7107, barberleespirits.com (Barber Lee Spirits)
Barber Lee Spirits, Bloodlust: This bourbon cocktail includes beet powder and sage. Lorraine Barber, co-owner of the Petaluma distillery, describes it as “an updated version of a cosmopolitan.” (Barber Lee Spirits)
Barber Lee Spirits distillery in Petaluma is decked out for the holiday season. (Barber Lee Spirits)
Griffo Distillery, Winter Queen: Feel like royalty while you’re sipping on this whiskey cocktail with ginger, prickly pear syrup, lime, chicory pecan bitters and more. 1320 Scott St., Suite A, Petaluma, 707-879-8755, griffodistillery.com (Griffo Distillery)
Griffo Distillery in Petaluma also sells a Winter Queen cocktail kit with everything you’ll need to make a dozen cocktails. (Griffo Distillery)
Young & Yonder, Noggin Punch: Light and fluffy, this modern take on a classic eggnog boasts bourbon and fresh grated nutmeg. 449 Allan Court, Healdsburg, 707-473-8077, youngandyonder.com
Brewster’s Beer Garden, Miracle Pop-up: There’s something about those kitschy glasses! The Carol Barrel (pictured) includes Irish whiskey, banana liqueur, Guinness punch, Smith & Cross Jamaica rum and nutmeg. 229 Water St., Petaluma, 707-981-8330, brewstersbeergarden.com (Melissa Horn)
Brewster’s Beer Garden, Miracle Pop-up: The Christmas Cricket cocktail has a long list of ingredients including tequila blanco, vanilla, amaro and dark chocolate. (Melissa Horn)
Brewster’s Beer Garden in Petaluma has a well-earned reputation for its holiday decor. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Lazeaway Club, Sippin’ Santa: We dare you not to smile when this cocktail appears poolside at the Flamingo Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa. Made with aged demerara rum, amaro, lemon, orange and gingerbread mix, you might want to hold on with two hands. 2777 Fourth St., Santa Rosa, 707-545-8530, flamingoresort.com (Melissa Horn)
Lazeaway Club, Santa’s Yule Tide: The tiki vibes are strong with this one! Tequila, Applejack, lime and maple-cranberry syrup make this cocktail worthy of adding to the list when at the Flamingo Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa. (Sippin' Santa)
Plastic pink flamingo decked out for the holidays at the Lazeaway Club in Santa Rosa’s Flamingo Resort. (Dana Rebmann)
It’s a tiki-themed Christmas at the Lazeaway Club at Santa Rosa’s Flamingo Resort. (Dana Rebmann)