Stirred, shaken, sweet or sour! Channel your inner “mixologist” and mix up your favorite holiday cocktails for a Christmas, Hanukkah, or New Year’s Eve celebration.

We’ve put together some of our favorite classics (and twists on classics) from CCC bloggers. Cheers!

1.  Course sanding sugar for the rim of the glass adds a decorative and sweet touch. Cranberry and Orange Cocktails with Vodka from A Bucks County Kitchen.

2.  Colorful and Bubbly… Yes, please! Blue Sparkling Star Cocktail from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks.

3.  Dessert in a martini glass! Coconut Snickerdoodletini Holiday Cocktail from Snappy Gourmet.

4.  A “sugar plum fairy” twist on this festive drink.  Plum Margaritas from The Growing Foodie.

5.  A must for the winter season (with or without the brandy!). Spiced Hot Apple Cider from Baked Chicago.

6.  Add this homemade vanilla flavored vodka to your White Russians. Vanilla Vodka from Brenda Sweet and Savory.

Are you a Cooking Contest Central member and want to participate in our next recipe round-up?

We are currently seeking ideas for healthy kale eats and would love to hear from you. Send us a link to the recipe and you could be a part of our next list!

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