The holiday season brings various joys to Canandaigua, NY, from sparkling decorations to children's excitement about gifts. Festive drinks add to the cheer, offering ways to celebrate and reflect on the passing year.
At the Lake House on Canandaigua, director of food and beverage Michael Lischak notes that seasonal cocktails have become popular. "The overall Christmas and holiday atmosphere really drives people to want to try something different and something more seasonal than they normally would," Lischak said.
Seasonal Specialties at the Lake House
The White Christmas Mojito and Santa's Manhattan are among the holiday offerings. These drinks are crafted for enjoyment in the resort's decorated Willow Room, which features a fireplace for a cozy setting.
The White Christmas Mojito combines white rum, mint, lime, coconut, and club soda. Other options include the Sip Like Santa with sparkling wine and pomegranate liqueur, Jingle Fizz with gin, cranberry, lemon, and rosemary, and Santa's Manhattan with bourbon, Living Roots muscat, and walnut.
"The holiday Manhattan for sure is my favorite out of all of them," Lischak remarked. These cocktails are available for $15 each through the New Year's holiday.
Additional Festive Options Nearby
Nolan's on Canandaigua Lake presents a Chocolate Peppermint Martini, available through December 31. This drink features Peppermint Bark Rum Chata, Absolut Vanilla vodka, and chocolate liquor, served in a chocolate-syrup-lined glass with a candy cane rim. It also costs $15.
Non-Alcoholic Alternatives for January
For those seeking alcohol-free options, New York Kitchen provides classes during Dry January. "Innovations and Revelations in No Alcohol Wines" will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on January 10, led by Heather McKechney, known as the "Intoxicating Professor." Participants can choose between six non-alcoholic wines or a comparison of three non-alcoholic wines with their alcoholic versions for $52.
Another class, "Brew-tiful Adventures in Tasting Non-Alcoholic Beer," runs from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on January 10, costing $50. McKechney will guide attendees through a flight showcasing the progress of NA beers.
Location Information
The Lake House on Canandaigua is located at 770 S. Main St. Nolan's on Canandaigua Lake can be found at 726 S. Main St. New York Kitchen is situated at 800 S. Main St.
