Sip, Savor, and Share: Crafting Holiday Mocktails & Cocktails

The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and giving, and there’s no better way to show someone you care than with a homemade gift. This year, elevate your gift-giving game with something truly special: handcrafted mocktails and cocktail ingredients made with love. Imagine surprising friends and family with a tangy elderberry shrub or a fragrant apple cinnamon syrup, perfect for their holiday gatherings. These gifts are thoughtful, sustainable, and oh-so-unique.

At our Gifts from the Garden: Holiday Sips Workshop, you’ll discover the art of creating delicious drink ingredients that are perfect for sipping, gifting, and celebrating. With expert guidance and all supplies included, you’ll leave with completed crafts, recipes, and inspiration to create more at home. Let’s explore why this workshop is a must-attend event this season!

What You’ll Learn in This Post

• How to make the gifting season special

• How to make five sippable crafts

• How our workshop makes holiday crafting fun and stress-free.

• How to sign up and secure your spot to our event.

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Homemade Gifts Make the Season Special

Handmade gifts are more than just presents – they’re a way to show care, creativity, and thoughtfulness. Here’s why you should consider ditching store-bought items and embracing DIY gifting this year:

1. Personal Touch: There’s nothing quite like a gift made by hand. Whether it’s a carefully brewed elderberry shrub or a batch of orange cardamom bitters, these gifts carry a story and a connection to you.

2. Sustainability: Homemade gifts reduce waste by using reusable jars, eco-friendly materials, and locally sourced ingredients. They’re a greener choice that aligns with the growing trend of conscious consumption.

3. Unmatched Uniqueness: Forget mass-produced items! Your handmade sippable treats will add a special flair to any holiday table or bar cart.

4. Cost-Effective and Memorable: Crafting your gifts can save money while creating meaningful memories, either by attending a workshop or spending time with loved ones making gifts at home.

The Charm of DIY Holiday Drinks

Holiday beverages hold a special place in seasonal celebrations. They’re warming, festive, and often the centerpiece of gatherings. By crafting your own drink ingredients, you can customize these beverages to suit your taste or your gift recipient’s preferences.

Our Gifts from the Garden: Sippable Treats Workshop focuses on five delightful creations that can transform any drink into a holiday masterpiece. From herbal infusions to spicy shrubs, these crafts showcase the flavors of the season. Let’s dive into the details of each one.

Get Crafty

Try one or more of these simple recipes this season.

Switchel: A refreshing blend of apple cider vinegar, ginger, and honey, switchel is a zesty drink that’s perfect for winter hydration. It’s easy to make and store. Blend the ingredients and bottle it for optimal flavor. Check out this recipe.

Conifer Simple Syrup: Capture the essence of the forest in a bottle with this woodsy, aromatic syrup. Ideal for cocktails or mocktails, conifer simple syrup adds a unique flavor that’s sure to impress. Simmer pine needles, sugar, and water. Strain and bottle. Check out this recipe.

Elderberry Shrub: Tangy, sweet, and packed with immune-boosting properties, elderberry shrub is a seasonal favorite. Simmer elderberries, mix them with honey and vinegar, and create a flavorful concentrate perfect for winter sipping. Check out this recipe.

Orange Cardamom Bitters: Bitters add depth and complexity to drinks, and this orange cardamom version is no exception. Combine dried orange peel, cardamom, and alcohol. Then steep the mixture to create an aromatic and flavorful addition to any bar collection. Check out this recipe.

Apple Cinnamon Shrub: A sweet and spicy infusion of apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and brown sugar, this shrub embodies the flavors of the holidays. It’s perfect for gifting or as a festive drink base for your holiday parties. Check out this recipe.

Get Crafty with Us

Crafting holiday gifts at home can be rewarding but also time-consuming and messy. So skip to the good part and join us for our workshop!

No Setup or Cleanup: Skip the hassle of gathering supplies and cleaning up – we take care of everything for you.

Community and Connection: Meet like-minded crafters and enjoy the camaraderie of creating together in a festive, welcoming environment.

Expert Guidance: Whether you’re a crafting novice or a seasoned DIYer, our step-by-step instructions ensure success.

Take-Home Treasures: Leave with five beautifully crafted sippable treats ready to gift or enjoy, plus recipes to make more at home.

Stress-Free Fun: With everything provided, you can focus on the joy of crafting and connecting without any pressure.

From Crafting to Celebrating

So you made some stuff, now what? Your creations will shine at holiday parties or as thoughtful gifts. Here are a few ideas for using your crafts:

Hostess Gifts: Got a last minute invite to a party? Just grab a couple of your handmade gifts as you head out the door!

Entertaining: Use your bitters and syrups in signature holiday cocktails or mocktails to delight guests. When developing your signature drink, start with one of these basic formulas:

Basic mocktail:

• 4 parts base-seltzer, tea, etc

• 1 part sour

• 1/2 part sweet

Basic cocktail:

• 2 parts alcohol

• 1 part sour

• 1 part sweet

Relaxation: In addition to festive celebrations, winter is the perfect time to retreat inward for some much needed rest. Stir up an herbal elixir, light a candle, and snuggle up to a good book.

Holiday Sips Workshop

This holiday season, slow down, savor the moment, and create something special. Join fellow crafters and sign up for our Gifts from the Garden: Sippable Treats Workshop for an afternoon of crafting, connection, and creativity.

📅 Date: December 8, 2024

⏰ Time: 3–5 PM

📍 Location: Wiggle Worm Gardens, 295 Rule Road, Eagle, CO 81631

🎟️ Tickets: Reserve your spot now!

Spaces are limited, so sign up today to ensure your place at this festive, hands-on event. Bring a friend – the more, the merrier!

Let’s sip, savor, and share the magic of the garden together!