'Tis the Season
[caption id="attachment_5436" align="alignnone" width="618"] Morpheus at Lobster Bar Sea Grille[/caption] Nothing gets you quite in the Christmas spirit much like a holiday cocktail, and Miami’s top restaurants and bars have just the drink(s) you need to
Morpheus at Lobster Bar Sea Grille
Nothing gets you quite in the Christmas spirit much like a holiday cocktail, and Miami’s top restaurants and bars have just the drink(s) you need to make your spirits bright. Check out our top five holiday-inspired cocktails below! And because it’s the season of giving, we’ve even included a recipe for one of them so you can make it yourself at home. (You’re welcome.)
Morpheus
On the menu at: Lobster Bar Sea Grille {404 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.377.2675}
This Greek-inspired martini is made with Bombay Gin, St. Germain Elderflower liqueur, sour mix and lemon, making it perfect for those warm Miami Christmas nights.
Rum Forest Rum
On the menu at: NaiYaRa {1854 Bay Road, Miami Beach; 786.275.6005}
Nothing says “Christmas” like something sweet, so try this tempting libation with passion fruit, basil, fresh pomegranate, and Myer’s dark rum.
Smoked Apple Ol’ Fashioned
On the menu at: Sugar {788 Brickell Plaza, Brickell; 786.805.4655}
Perfect for any winter cocktail list, Old Fashioned’s are designed to warm you up! Try this smoked-apple version and you’ll feel cozy from the inside out.
Rubik’s Spritz
On the menu at: Quality Meats Miami Beach {1501 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.340.3333}
Prosecco, Stoli Orange, and St. Germain over—wait for it—Rubik’s Cubes. Can we get that under the tree, please?
Stiggin’s Cup
On the menu at: Pizza & Burger by Michael Mina {4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.674.4636}
This cheery Hendrick’s Gin, Pimm’s #1, Plantation Rum, pineapple, lemon, and ginger cocktail comes with a kick… just like the holidays.
Make one at home!
Hosting a holiday party? Looking for some seasonal cocktails to brighten up the holiday cheer? The Morpheus cocktail from Lobster Bar Sea Grille should do the trick. Here’s the recipe, below:
Mix 1 1/4 ounces Bombay Gin, 3/4 ounce Saint Germain elderflower liqueur, 2 ounces sour mix, and a splash of lemon in a shaker. Strain into a martini glass. Enjoy!
Happy dining!
By Jennifer Agress | Miami Editor