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The most festive time of the year is finally upon us. As the winter holidays approach, millions of families around the world are getting in on the fun\u2014from enjoying traditional meals and swapping gifts to hosting parties and catching up with family and friends. What better way is there to celebrate the season than with a festive drink in hand?\n<\/p>\n
Around the world, different cultures celebrate the season with seasonal cocktails\u2014each more delicious and festive than the last. We’re sharing a mere 15 of these drinks, so you can sip through some holiday classics or try out some new favorites. So if you’re curious how other countries raise a glass this time of year, grab your cocktail shaker and give the recipes below a go!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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“Gl\u00fchwein is a hot spiced ‘glow wine’ that’s found in many winter markets in Germany and Austria,” says Else, who shared this recipe on Allrecipes. “After you come in from being out in the cold and snow, this warm, spicy mulled drink is supposed to make you ‘glow’ with warmth again.”\n<\/p>\n
Allrecipes member Irene added, “my mom is from Germany and she always made this for Christmas eEe when we opened presents. This tasted just like how she made it. Thanks for sharing and keeping our Christmas Eve tradition.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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This festive French cocktail is a beautiful ruby-red color thanks to the cr\u00e8me de cassis, a blackcurrant liquor. Simply add a tablespoon to a flute of Champagne and you have the Kir Royale\u2014perfect for holiday festivities.\n<\/p>\n
“Ah, this reminds me of a divine New Year\u2019s Eve in Paris,” said one Allrecipes member.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n