Chalet Inspired Cocktails to Keep You Warm this Season

Take a minute and picture it: Towering mountains framed by gently falling snow, a chalet with warm twinkle lights outside (maybe even a crackling fireplace glowing from within), and — best of all — you.

What are you doing at this magical chalet you might ask? Any number of things: Playing a classic board game with family (you’re winning of course), catching up with an old friend, or perhaps you’re just sitting and enjoying the idyllic scenery of the season, taking a moment to just breathe.

Cheers to the holiday season.

It’s time for all of the best cocktails of the year.

No matter how you’re spending your chalet holiday, one thing is for certain — you need a perfect cocktail that embodies the scents and tastes of the season. Lucky for you, we’ve put together our favorite chalet inspired cocktails that are perfect for snowy days, cold nights, and fuss-free holidays.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #1: Seasonal Punch Bowl

Because the holidays are made for gathering, right? Bring retro back with a classic seasonal punch that evokes memories of festive gatherings and timeless traditions. With its blend of rich spices, vibrant citrus, and a hint of holiday cheer, this punch is an absolute celebration of the season.

We bet you can’t have just one glass of this festive punch.

Seasonal Punch Bowl

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Servings: 6

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups Dried Hibiscus Flowers
• 2 cups Fresh Pineapple, diced
• 1 cup Fresh Green Apple, diced
• 6 Cloves
• 2 Cinnamon Sticks
• 1/2 cup White Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 cup Lemon Juice
• 1 gallon Water

Optional: Serve with rum (and/or pineapple rum) and garnish with a lemon slice

Method

 

1. In a large saucepan, add the water and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to a simmer and add all ingredients except the lemon and sugar.
3. Simmer until aromatic, about 10 minutes.
4. Strain and return the clear liquid to the pot.
5. Add the sugar to the pot and stir until all is dissolved.
6. Allow the mixture to cool, then add the lemon juice.
7. Add to a punch bowl full of ice and serve.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #2: Alpine Negroni

If looking for the comfort of a classic with a bit of a holiday twist, look no further than the Alpine Negroni.

Love a good negroni? Try this one with our holiday twist.

Alpine Negroni

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Servings: 1

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 oz Hendrick's Gin
• 1 oz Punt e Mes
• 1/2 oz Campari
• 1/2 oz Braulio Amaro

Spritz with Clear Creek Douglas Fir Brandy

Garnish with an orange slice and bay leaf

Method

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass.
2. Add ice, then stir for 30 rotations.
3. Strain into a rocks glass over a large rock of ice.
4. Using an atomizer, spritz the brandy over the drink.
5. Garnish and serve.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #3: Ginger Pomegranate Paloma

If looking for a refreshing — and deliciously tart — cocktail with a hint of that festive ginger spice, then this is your cocktail. (And we dare you to have just one.)

Try this festive winter take on the classic Paloma.

Ginger Pomegranate Paloma

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Servings: 1

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 oz El Tesoro Blanco Tequila
• 1 oz Pomegranate Juice
• 3 oz Grapefruit Soda
• 1 oz Ginger Beer

Garnish with mint, pomegranate seeds, and orange slices

Method

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail glass.
2. Add ice and lightly stir.
3. Garnish and serve.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #4: Espresso Martini (Holiday Era)

Love an espresso martini? Us too. Here’s how to add a little extra holiday sparkle to that end-of-evening-go-to.

An espresso martini is always a good idea.

Espresso Martini (Holiday Era)

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Servings: 1

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 oz Tito's Vodka
• 1/2 oz Kahlúa
• 1/4 oz Holiday Syrup
• 2 oz Espresso Shot

Garnish with 3 espresso beans

Method

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker.
2. Add ice and shake vigorously.
3. Strain into a coupe glass.
4. Garnish and serve.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #5: Coffee Campfire

Because the best part of the holidays is staying up late (thank you coffee) and catching up with those you love in front of a crackling fire.

We know you love your coffee.

Here’s how to turn it into a chalet inspired cocktail.

Coffee Campfire

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Servings: 1

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 oz Tito's Vodka
• 1/2 oz Kahlúa
• 1/4 oz Toasted Marshmallow Syrup
• 2 oz Fresh Espresso Shot

Method

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker tin.
2. Add ice and shake vigorously.
3. Strain into a coupe glass.
4. Garnish with a marshmallow, and light afire.
5. Serve, prior to extinguishing the marshmallow.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #6: Gstaad Toddy

Gstaad is a German-speaking town in Switzerland located in the canton of Bern, with nearly year-round skiing in the Alps. If making this toddy, look for a tea that contains “Alpine Herbs” including Chamomile and Mint or Peppermint.

Because a hot toddy and cold weather go together like.. a hot toddy and cold weather.

Gstaad Toddy

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Servings: 1

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 oz Laird's Apple Brandy
• 1/2 oz Becherovka
• 1/2 oz Lemon Juice
• 1/2 oz Honey
• 5 oz Hot or Cold Alpine Tea

Garnish with dehydrated orange, star anise, powdered clove, and a cinnamon rim

Method

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a footed glass, adding the tea last.
2. Stir until incorporated.
3. Garnish and serve.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #7: Second Slope

If looking for that perfect cocktail after a cold day on the slopes, then look no further. This fragrant concoction pairs perfectly with an icy winter’s day.

Second Slope: A perfect, icy cocktail. (Photo Credit: Christine Trant)

Second Slope

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Servings: 1

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 oz Cardamom-Infused Tanqueray Gin
• 1 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
• 1/2 oz Rosemary Syrup
• 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice

Top with Campo Viejo Cava

Garnish with rosemary and edible glitter

Method

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker.
2. Add ice and shake vigorously.
3. Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
4. Top with Cava, garnish, and serve.

To make the Cardamom-Infused Tanqueray Gin:

1. Place 1 Tbsp fresh cracked green cardamom and 1 bottle of Tanqueray Gin (750ml).
2. Fine strain, then rebottle.

To make the Rosemary Syrup:

1. Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil.
2. Add 6-8 sprigs of rosemary and remove from the heat.
3. Let sit until the liquid turns green, then strain out rosemary.
4. Add 2 quarts of sugar and stir until dissolved.

Chalet Cocktail Recipe #8: Batanga

The Batanga was created in 1961 by the legendary Don Javier Delgado Corona, owner and bartender of La Capillain Tequila in Mexico. Don Javier famously (and ritualistically) stirred this drink with the knife he used to cut the limes, something he did into his eighties. (Side note: We do not recommend.)

The Batanga embodies the holidays and a taste of Mexico — yes, please. (Photo Credit: Daniel Lee)

Batanga

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Servings: 1

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 oz Casa Amigos Tequila
• 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• 10 oz Coco Lopez
• 5 oz Unsweetened Coconut Milk
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Fill with Coca-Cola Classic

Method

 

1. Using the side of a cut lime, rub the side of the glass on just one side with the lime.
2. Roll the glass in the salt to create a thick salt crust.
3. Add ice.
4. Combine tequila, lime, and Coke in a glass and lightly stir. (Leave about 1/2" of space between the top of the drink and the rim of the glass.)
5. Slowly add whipped coconut cream evenly over the glass, and serve.

To make the Whipped Vanilla Coconut Cream:

1. Combine the Coco Lopez, unsweetened coconut milk, and vanilla extract.
2. Whip into a cream.

Which will be your go-to holiday cocktail? We can’t wait to find out.

Consider this a cordial invitation to join us at your favorite Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants this season. Find out about this season’s wintery cocktails, vintage games, signature menus, and more in our immersive Winter Chalet experience here.