The vacation season is in full swing, and in San Antonio, which means twinkling lights, festive cheer, and loads of Christmas pop-up bars. From spiced martinis to boozy scorching candies, these Alamo Metropolis bars are serving up ingenious vacation drinks and buzzy Instagram-friendly décor. This 12 months, Santa’s not solely checking the naughty record; he is checking the cocktail menu, too!
Blitzen’s on the Omni Mansion del RioMaster mixologist Julie Reiner (a choose on Netflix’s Drink Masters) has crafted a complete menu of cocktail artistry at Blitzen contained in the Omni Mansion del Rio. Rum lovers will not wish to miss the Frost Chew, made with Ten to One’s award-winning white and aged rums, Liquid Alchemist coconut, and Llords blue curaçao. Regardless of its chilly title, this vibrant cocktail looks like a sunny escape to the tropics.
House Alone Pop-up at Howdy, Sore LoserA latest addition to San Antonio’s bar scene, Howdy, Sore Loser (from the creators of Pink Shark) goes all out this Christmas with a House Alone-themed pop-up. Your complete drink menu and pop-up setup is a playful homage to the basic vacation film. The standout sipper is the blowtorch scorching chocolate — a nod to Kevin McCallister’s daring transfer in opposition to Harry the burglar.
In the case of vacation decorations at Blitzen’s, extra is extra.Photograph courtesy of Omni Mansion del Rio
Miracle on Commerce Avenue at Esquire TavernDon’t let the absinthe mist scare you; that is Christmas magic in a glass. The Christmapolitan at Miracle on Commerce Avenue is again at Esquire Tavern’s beloved vacation pop-up (an area twist on the nationwide Miracle expertise), and it is nonetheless a must-try. Attempt the Christmapolitan, a superbly balanced concoction mixing vodka, spiced cranberry, and vermouth — all served in a festive coupe with a sprig of garnish. We’re not kidding, this one actually tastes like Christmas.
Peppermint Peak at Excessive PraisePeppermint Peak, the pink-hued Christmas pop-up at Excessive Reward, the InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk’s signature rooftop bar, is again with a contemporary lineup of vacation cocktails. Highlights embrace their festive twist on the basic Aperol Spritz: Spritz the Season. Made with an Aperol base, rosemary-infused gin, Topo Chico, and simply the correct amount of prosecco, it offers simply the correct amount of buzz for a glowing vacation sip.
Sippin’ Santa places a tiki spin on the vacation season. Courtesy of Sippin’ Santa
Sippin’ Santa at Hugman’s OasisThe eponymous drink on the Sippin’ Santa pop-up at Hugman’s Oasis is mainly Kris Kringle’s tropical getaway in a glass. Demerara rum, Averna, ginger, orange, lemon, and nutmeg swirl collectively in a playful tiki Santa mug, full with a surfboard stirrer. It is vacation cheer with a sunny twist, good for Alamo Metropolis.
The Tenth Noel: A Rooftop Christmas Affair at Tenfold RooftopThe Tenth Noel: A Rooftop Christmas Affair at Tenfold Rooftop runs from December 19 by way of Christmas, providing a seasonal lineup of on-theme cocktails. Highlights embrace the very San Antonio-appropriate Jingle Juice Margarita. This festive twist on the town’s favourite drink options blanco tequila, lime, and agave, elevated with apple spice and hazelnut for a real Yuletide taste.
