Hosting a murder mystery party this holiday season? Elevate your event with festive cocktails that set the mood for intrigue and celebration. These drinks are perfect companions to your favorite murder mystery games, cold case file games, or even a true crime-inspired evening. Below are recipes for five holiday drinks, each designed to complement the themes and ambiance of a thrilling night of mystery.
Scrooge’s Festive Punch (Serves 8)
- 500ml Cranberry Juice
- 1 Bottle Prosecco
- 235ml Apple Cider
- 170ml Ginger Ale
- 170ml Brandy
- 2 Oranges (sliced)
- Fresh Cranberries
- Cinnamon Sticks
Method:
- Fill a punch bowl with ice.
- Add all liquid ingredients and stir gently.
- Garnish with orange slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks before serving.
This punch pairs well with a Christmas-themed murder mystery game. Imagine solving a chilling crime in a setting inspired by *A Christmas Carol*.
### Santa’s Strawberry Smash Mocktail (Serves 2)
- 1 Cup Fresh Strawberries
- 30ml Simple Syrup
- 30ml Elderflower Cordial
- Juice of 1 Lime
- Sparkling Water
- 100g White Chocolate (for garnish)
- Marshmallows and Strawberries (for garnish)
Method:
- Melt white chocolate and drip it around the rims of two glasses. Chill to set.
- Muddle strawberries with syrup, cordial, and lime juice in each glass.
- Fill glasses with ice and top with sparkling water. Stir gently.
- Garnish with marshmallow-and-strawberry “Santa hats” using cocktail sticks.
This drink works for non-drinkers or younger guests at your party, adding a sweet touch to the mystery. Pair it with our collection of Christmas murder mystery games for a memorable experience.
The Who Who (Serves 1)
- 25ml Vodka
- 50ml Midori
- 3 Lime Wedges
- Ginger Ale
- Red Sugar (for rim)
- Candy Cane (for garnish)
Method:
- Rim a glass with red sugar using sugar syrup.
- Muddle lime wedges in a shaker. Add vodka, Midori, and ice. Shake well.
- Pour over ice in the prepared glass and top with ginger ale.
- Garnish with a candy cane.
Use this vibrant green cocktail for a whimsical murder mystery game inspired by holiday cheer gone awry. Check out our Polar Express Christmas Train Murder Mystery Game for the perfect pairing.
The Snowman’s White Chocolate Milkshake (Serves 1)
- 2 Scoops Vanilla Ice Cream
- 150ml Milk
- 3 Tbsp White Chocolate Sauce
- Whipped Cream (for garnish)
- Milk Chocolate Chips, Glace Cherry, White Chocolate Shavings (for garnish)
Method:
- Blend ice cream, milk, and white chocolate sauce with ice until smooth.
- Decorate the glass with white chocolate drizzles and chocolate chips for buttons.
- Pour the milkshake into the glass. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a cherry.
This drink is ideal for snowy-themed games where the setting adds to the mystery.
Jack Frost’s Hawaiian Winter (Serves 2)
- 80ml Malibu Coconut Rum
- 60ml Blue Curacao
- 80ml Pineapple Juice
- Lemonade (to top)
- Shaved Coconut (for rim)
Method:
- Rim glasses with sugar syrup and shaved coconut.
- Shake rum, curacao, and pineapple juice with ice. Strain into glasses over ice.
- Top with lemonade and serve immediately.
This tropical cocktail brings a twist to any mystery game set in an exotic winter wonderland.
How to Enhance Your Party with Themed Drinks
- Match drink names and flavors to your murder mystery game’s theme.
- Prepare drinks in advance to keep the evening seamless.
- Offer a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options to suit all guests.
Themed cocktails can immerse your guests in the story and elevate the party. Pairing these drinks with our murder mystery or Christmas cold case file games ensures a memorable evening. Explore our collection of downloadable games to find the perfect match for your holiday event.
