Who says summer’s best flavors have to end when the temperature drops? While fruit-forward mixer cubes are classic sun-drenched staples, they double as the ultimate secret ingredient for holiday entertaining. With a few seasonal twists (think splashy ginger beer, tart cranberry juice, and aromatic evergreens) you can effortlessly transform these bright, citrus-and-berry profiles into show-stopping holiday cocktails and mocktails. Here is how to reimagine our Americana Collection into festive, jewel-toned sips that will upgrade your entire holiday drink menu.

The Yuletide Holiday Punch (Batch Recipe)

Uses our Lemonade Stand Flavour Trio for a sweet, tart, berry-citrus holiday sip.

Yield: 6–8 servings (Pitcher or Punch Bowl)

Ingredients:

• The Luxe Cube Base:

• 2 Watermelon Luxe Cubes

• 2 Prickly Pear & Lime Luxe Cubes

• 2 Blueberry Luxe Cubes

• The Mixers:

• 1/2 cup Warm water (to dissolve the cubes)

• 2 cups Tart cranberry juice (or pomegranate juice)

• 1 bottle (750ml) Prosecco, Champagne, or Sparkling Pinot Grigio (For a mocktail: substitute with Ginger Ale or Sparkling Apple Cider)

• 1 cup Vodka, Blanco Tequila, or White Rum (optional)

• Festive Garnishes:

• 1 cup Fresh cranberries

• 1 Lime, thinly sliced

• 4–5 Fresh rosemary sprigs (looks like evergreen branches!)

Instructions:

1. Dissolve the Trio: Place all 6 Luxe Cubes (2 Watermelon, 2 Prickly Pear & Lime, 2 Blueberry) into a measuring cup or bowl. Add 1/2 cup warm water and muddle until completely dissolved into a deep, ruby-red syrup.

2. Build the Pitcher: Pour the dissolved syrup base into a large pitcher or punch bowl filled with ice.

3. Add the Mixers: Pour in the cranberry juice and your choice of spirit (vodka, tequila, or rum). Stir well to combine.

4. Top, Garnish, & Serve: Just before serving, top off the pitcher with chilled Prosecco or sparkling cider for a bright, festive fizz. Float fresh cranberries, lime slices, and fresh rosemary sprigs across the top. Ladle into ice-filled glasses!

    

Santa’s Spritz

Uses our Red, White & Blueberry Spritz Mixer Trio to create a rich, berry-vanilla sparkling cocktail that tastes like a festive holiday dessert in a glass.

Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients:

• The Luxe Cube Base:

• 1 Tart Cherry Luxe Cube

• 1 Shimmer White Raspberry Luxe Cube

• 1 Blueberry Luxe Cube

• The Mixers:

• 1 oz Warm water (to muddle/dissolve the cubes)

• 1.5 oz Vodka, Gin, or White Rum (For a mocktail: omit spirit)

• 1 oz Unsweetened tart cranberry or pomegranate juice

• 3–4 oz Chilled Prosecco, Champagne, or Club Soda

• Festive Garnishes:

• 1 Rosemary sprig (resembles a mini Christmas tree)

• Fresh cranberries or blueberries

• Optional: Granulated sugar or powdered sugar for a "snow-dusted" glass rim

Instructions:

1. Prep the Glass: (Optional) Lightly wet the rim of a champagne flute or wine glass with a lime wedge and dip into sugar for a frosty "snow-dusted" effect.

2. Dissolve the Cubes: Place the Strawberry, Vanilla, and Blueberry Luxe Cubes in the bottom of your glass or shaker. Pour in 1 oz of warm water and muddle until fully dissolved into a fragrant, berry-vanilla syrup.

3. Add Spirit & Juice: Fill the glass with ice. Add your choice of spirit and the tart cranberry/pomegranate juice, stirring gently to blend the vanilla and rich berry flavors.

4. Top, Garnish, & Serve: Top off the drink with chilled Prosecco, Champagne, or Club Soda for a bright, festive fizz. Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig and a couple of floating cranberries or blueberries for an extra pop of holiday color.

The Holiday Berry Shortcake Cold Foam Iced Latte

Uses our Berries & Cream Cold Foam Cafe Mixer Trio to create a velvety, berry-infused cold foam over iced espresso or tea that tastes just like a holiday dessert.

Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients:

• The Espresso Base:

• 1 Strawberry Luxe Cube

• 1 Blueberry Luxe Cube

• 2 shots Espresso (or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee/tea)

• Milk of choice (for the base)

• Ice

• The Vanilla Cold Foam Top:

• 1 Cream Luxe Cube

• 3 tbsp Heavy cream (or oat milk barista blend)

• 1 tbsp Whole milk

• Festive Garnishes:

• A pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg

• Fresh mint sprig (looks like holly!)

Instructions:

1. Brew & Sweeten the Base: Drop the Strawberry and Blueberry cubes into your espresso shots (or warm coffee/tea). Stir well until completely dissolved into a rich, fruity-coffee syrup.

2. Build the Iced Drink: Fill a glass with ice, pour in your berry espresso syrup, and top with your choice of milk (leave about an inch of space at the top for foam).

3. Make the Vanilla Cold Foam: In a small glass or measuring cup, muddle the Cream cube with 1 tablespoon of warm milk until dissolved. Add the heavy cream and froth with a hand handheld milk frother for 15–20 seconds until thick and velvety.

4. Assemble & Garnish: Pour the Cream Cold Foam over the top of your iced berry latte. Dust with ground cinnamon or nutmeg and garnish with a fresh mint sprig.

The Sugar Plum Fizz Holiday Spritz

Uses our Soda Pop Shop Flavour Trio to create a ruby-hued holiday cocktail that drinks like a festive artisanal soda.

Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients:

• The Luxe Mixer Cube Base:

• 1 Tart Cherry Luxe Cube

• 1 Cream Luxe Cube

• 1 Blue Raspberry Luxe Cube

• The Mixers:

• 1 oz Warm water or warm apple cider (to muddle and dissolve the cubes)

• 1.5 oz Gin, Bourbon, or Vodka (For a mocktail: omit spirit)

• 3–4 oz Club soda, Ginger ale, or Sparkling Prosecco

• Festive Garnishes:

• Fresh rosemary sprig (resembles an evergreen branch)

• Maraschino cherry or fresh cranberries

• Dehydrated orange slice or fresh lime wheel

Instructions:

1. Dissolve the Cubes: Drop the Tart Cherry, Cream, and Blue Raspberry cubes into the bottom of a cocktail glass or shaker. Pour in 1 oz of warm water (or warm apple cider) and muddle until the cubes melt into a syrup.

2. Add Spirit & Ice: Fill the glass with ice and pour in your choice of spirit (gin adds great pine/botanical notes for the holidays, while bourbon adds warm oak notes).

3. Top with Fizz: Top with chilled club soda or ginger ale for a bubbly pop-style finish (or Prosecco for an extra holiday toast). Stir gently so the shimmer swirls through the drink.

4. Garnish & Serve: Thread a cherry and fresh cranberry onto a cocktail pick, place it across the rim, and slap a fresh rosemary sprig between your palms to release the aromatics before tucking it into the glass.

The Frosty Fireside Blueberry Bourbon Smash

Uses our Blueberry Bourbon Smash Cocktail Mixer Kit along with warm oaky bourbon, spicy ginger beer, and winter botanicals for a cozy holiday fireside sip.

Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients:

• The Luxe Cube Base:

• 1 Blueberry Luxe Cube

• 1 Mint & Lime Luxe Cube

• 1 Shimmer Lemon Luxe Cube

• The Mixers:

• 1 oz Warm water (to muddle and dissolve the cubes)

• 2 oz Bourbon or Rye Whiskey (For a mocktail: substitute with zero-proof whiskey or extra ginger beer)

• 3–4 oz Spicy Ginger Beer or Club Soda

• Festive Garnishes:

• 1 Fresh rosemary sprig (resembles an evergreen branch)

• Fresh cranberries or blueberries

• Cinnamon stick or a slice of dehydrated lemon

Instructions:

1. Dissolve & Muddle: Drop the Blueberry, Mint & Lime, and Shimmer Lemon cubes into the bottom of a rocks glass or cocktail shaker. Add 1 oz of warm water and muddle until the cubes melt into a deep, citrus-mint berry syrup.

2. Add Bourbon & Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes (or one large ice sphere). Pour in 2 oz of your favorite bourbon and stir gently to combine the rich, warm oak notes with the bright fruit syrup.

3. Top with Bubbles: Top off the glass with chilled spicy ginger beer for a bubbly, festive kick.

4. Garnish & Serve: Slap a fresh rosemary sprig between your palms to release its aromatic pine oils, then tuck it into the glass alongside a cinnamon stick and a few floating cranberries.

Whether you’re stirring up a batch of sparkling punch for a festive crowd or cozying up by the fire with a single-serve bourbon smash, these versatile kits make winter mixology effortless. By pairing bright summer fruits with rich holiday spices and effervescent toppers, you can create show-stopping cocktails and mocktails without starting from scratch.

So pull out those mixer cubes, break out the festive garnishes, and pour yourself something extraordinary this season. Cheers to unexpected flavor pairings and host-approved holiday cheer!