Dec. 23, 2025
The Only Two Christmas Cocktails You Need
Two simple Christmas cocktails that look fancy, taste incredible, and don’t require a bar full of ingredients. The Elk’s Own and a ruby port Clover Club are two easy wins for the holidays. Get recipes and more on our newsletter https://thecocktaildad.com
// Elk's Own
2oz (60ml) Rye or Bourbon
3/4oz (22ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
3/4oz (22ml) Ruby Port Wine
3/4oz (22ml) Simple Syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
1 Egg White
1 Sprig Rosemary for garnish
Add all ingredients to shaker with ice and shake for ~20 seconds. Strain into smaller part of tin and discard ice. Shake again (without ice) to emulsify the egg white. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass (or whatever you have). Garnish with sprig rosemary.
// Ruby Port Clover Club
2oz (60ml) Gin
3/4oz (22ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2oz (15ml) Ruby Port Wine
3/4oz (22ml) Simple Syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
1 Egg White
1 Sprig Rosemary for garnish
Add all ingredients to shaker with ice and shake for ~20 seconds. Strain into smaller part of tin and discard ice. Shake again (without ice) to emulsify the egg white. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass (or whatever you have). Garnish with sprig rosemary.
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// History of Elk's Own
The Elk’s Own was created over a century ago for the Elks Lodge, a fraternal organization where cocktails were part of community, ritual, and celebration. At a time when drinks were meant to be shared and enjoyed slowly, this mix of rye whiskey, ruby port, and citrus delivered both balance and warmth. It’s an old recipe that still feels perfectly at home during the holidays.
// Elk's Own
2oz (60ml) Rye or Bourbon
3/4oz (22ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
3/4oz (22ml) Ruby Port Wine
3/4oz (22ml) Simple Syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
1 Egg White
1 Sprig Rosemary for garnish
Add all ingredients to shaker with ice and shake for ~20 seconds. Strain into smaller part of tin and discard ice. Shake again (without ice) to emulsify the egg white. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass (or whatever you have). Garnish with sprig rosemary.
// Ruby Port Clover Club
2oz (60ml) Gin
3/4oz (22ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2oz (15ml) Ruby Port Wine
3/4oz (22ml) Simple Syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
1 Egg White
1 Sprig Rosemary for garnish
Add all ingredients to shaker with ice and shake for ~20 seconds. Strain into smaller part of tin and discard ice. Shake again (without ice) to emulsify the egg white. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass (or whatever you have). Garnish with sprig rosemary.
// Gear Recommendations
Starter Kit - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/starter-kit
Mixing Glass - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/mixing-glass
Stirring Spoon - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/spoon-set
Cool Juicer - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/juicer
Fleece Sweatshirt - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/fleece
Premium Sweatshirt - https://shop.thecocktaildad.com/products/premium-sweatshirt
// Disclaimer
I may earn a small commission at no cost to you when you purchase products from my social media profiles or website.
// History of Elk's Own
The Elk’s Own was created over a century ago for the Elks Lodge, a fraternal organization where cocktails were part of community, ritual, and celebration. At a time when drinks were meant to be shared and enjoyed slowly, this mix of rye whiskey, ruby port, and citrus delivered both balance and warmth. It’s an old recipe that still feels perfectly at home during the holidays.
