I Tried All the Cocktails at Omni’s Blitzen’s Bar—Here’s What’s Worth Ordering
‘Twas the weekend before Christmas, and suddenly everyone—and their entire group chat—wanted in on a holiday pop-up bar. These festive pop-ups, which have flooded nearly every major city, are sure to be loaded with customers this weekend and next week. And if you’re still plotting on what holiday bar you plan on visiting with your squad, I’ve got all the boozy details about a pop-up that’s available in multiple cities across the country.
Returning this year is Omni Hotel’s Blitzen’s Bar, and the pop-up is available in additional cities this year, including my home base of Atlanta, Georgia.
Atlanta’s Coziest Holiday Bar Is Where You Least Expect It—And Free Churros Are Involved
When I say Boqueria is one of my favorite restaurants, I mean it wholeheartedly. Because where else can you get a wickedly delicious grilled cheese stuffed with burrata and Serrano ham, and a mini Espresso Martini? With that being said, I was a little hesitant upon learning that the tapas restaurant would be hosting a holiday pop-up. Atlanta has been flooded with holiday bars in recent years and some of them could use a little added spirit, if you know what I mean. But I was pleasantly surprised.
15 Holiday Cocktails That Go Way Harder Than Your Elf On The Shelf
Holiday cocktails are by far my favorite genre of seasonal sips. As much as I love a ghoulish martini on Halloween or a romantic dessert cocktail on Valentine’s Day, holiday drinks are where it’s at. And by “holiday,” I pretty much mean all the weeks in between November 1 and about mid-January. So she is a lengthy season to say the last.
With many holiday parties only days away, I’ve already had friends hit me up about cocktail recommendations. The great thing about this time of year is that the options really are endless. You can go full-on fruity with a boozy punch, get decadent with a dessert inspired-sip or keep it classy with a festive twist on a classic cocktail.
Thanksgiving Cocktails So Good They’ll Make You Forget About The Mac And Cheese
If your favorite Thanksgiving side dish is an Espresso Martini, then I think we’re meant to be real good friends. Seriously though, so much time is spent on Thanksgiving side dishes, desserts and mains, that cocktails get put on the back burner (right next to that pot of burnt rice). Trust me, your guests are going to want to have something delightful to sip on before, during and after dinner. And honestly, as long as you’ve got the right ingredients, crafting a cocktail that’ll have your guests raving into the new year, is pretty simple.
Delicious Friendsgiving Cocktails That’ll Keep The Gratitude And The Good Vibes Flowing
Can I make a confession? Okay, here goes…I like Friendsgiving wayyy more than I do Thanksgiving. I have so much fun when my friends host Friendsgiving. It’s always a great vibe. The food is a hit. Drinks are on point. And there’s always a bunch of crazy games to keep the fun going late into the evening. And while I love a traditional Thanksgiving meal, Friendsgiving also opens the door to different kinds of cuisine. For instance, one year, my friend and I hosted Phosgiving. We had pho, and other Asian-inspired bites. Needless to say, it was a hit. And the possibilities really are endless—brunch, pizza party, martini hour…go crazy.
Omni Hotels’ Blitzen’s Bar Holiday Pop-Up Is Back—Find Out If It’s Coming To Your City
Blitzen’s Bar, Omni Hotels & Resorts’ holiday pop-up, was a runaway success last year and is returning this month (November 28), now expanding to even more cities! Guests visiting this season are in for a treat, as the entire drink menu is crafted by mixologist Julie Reiner, who also appeared on Netflix’s 2022 mixology competition, Drink Masters.
“Keep that elfish twinkle in your eyes and get ready for a festive, boozy wonderland. It's time to mark your calendars because this seasonal delight is coming back to town! This holiday season, Omni Hotels & Resorts is proud to partner with renowned mixologist, bar owner and author Julie Reiner, bringing her award-winning expertise and exclusive cocktail recipes to Blitzen’s across select Omni properties,” reads a description on the Omni website.
Ole Smoky’s New Moonshine Advent Calendar Is The Only Thing On My Holiday Wish List
Holiday advent calendars have exploded over the past few years. From makeup to wine, you’d be hard-pressed to find a product that doesn’t have its own advent calendar. And now, Ole Smoky is joining in on the holiday fun. The moonshine and flavored whiskey brand has just announced its 12 Days of Moonshine Minis Holiday Pack. The advent-style calendar, which is packaged as a festive holiday-themed box, features windows that can be opened to explore and discover new flavors from Ole Smoky.
I love a good surprise, so I won’t give too much away, but among the flavors you’ll find in the advent calendar are Strawberry and Apple Pie (and there may or may not also be some cream moonshine offerings).