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Holiday Cheers: Exploring Festive Drinks in River Falls

‘Tis the season to sip and shop! As you navigate the local businesses of our charming town, take a break from the hustle and bustle to indulge in the holiday spirit with a delightful drink in hand. 

We’ve curated a list of festive beverages that are sure to add a touch of merriment to your shopping experience. From cozy cocoa creations to spirited concoctions, these drinks not only warm the soul but also complement the joy of supporting our local gems. 

Join us in raising a toast to the season and the vibrant community that makes it special. Cheers to unforgettable sips and discovering the magic of the holidays, one local shop at a time!

Tequila Navidad

A festival cocktail from West Wind Supper Club’s new Winter Cocktail Menu. Made with Teremana Blanco Tequila, triple sec, cream of coconut, fresh line, and soda water.

West Wind Supper Club

Goodness Grief

This sparkling cocktail is served table-side on a “Charlie Brown” Christmas Tree with St George Terroir Gin, Cranberry Liqueur, Pomegranate, & Prosecco

Swinging Bridge Brewing

Elf Fashioned

A holiday riff on a classic old fashioned with a blend of Dark Rum, Spiced Rum, & a housemade Gingerbread syrup. Sweet and boozyenough to get Buddy the Elf dancing in the mail room. 

Swinging Bridge Brewing

HOT CHOCOLATE

We spent 1200 years perfecting this Hot Chocolate recipe with Cocoa, a pile of Whipped Cream, Marshmallows, and crushed candy canes! Make it a boozy hot chocolate if your an older elf.

Swinging Bridge Brewing

HEFE THE HALLS

Grab a pint of our Holiday Spiced Hefeweizen with just the right amount of cinnamon, clove, allspice, nutmeg and cardamom. 

Swinging Bridge Brewing

Tom and Jerry's

Indulge in the timeless warmth of Tom and Jerry’s at Emma’s Bar with the original recipe that’s been a local favorite! Immerse yourself in the rich, creamy goodness of this holiday classic, expertly crafted with a touch of nostalgia and a dash of Emma’s signature flair.

Emma’s Bar

Caramel Mocha Martini

Sip into the season with Johnnie’s Caramel Mocha Martini – a decadent blend of caramel, mocha, and a hint of locally made raspberry rim. Elevate your festive spirits with each delightful sip. 🍸

Johnnie’s Bar

Grand Champion Egg Nog

This rich, velvety delight combines the finest ingredients for a perfect blend of nutmeg and a hint of cinnamon. Elevate your holiday experience with a glass of seasonal joy.

Johnnie’s Bar

Pear Maple Fig Punch

Apple brandy, spiced rum, pear, maple syrup, fig, angostura bitters.

Tattersall Distilling

Winter Sangria

Red blend, crème de fleur, lemon, rosemary.

Tattersall Distilling

Cranberry Blossom Punch

Vodka, cranberry, pomegranate, orange blossom water, ginger, orange bitters.

Tattersall Distilling

Cinnamon Coffee Old Fashioned

Rye, italiano, orange, cinnamon honey syrup, coffee liqueur, angostura bitters.

Tattersall Distilling

(a)PEARitif

Gentian, pear cordial, prosecco

Junior’s Restaurant & Tap House

Averna and Everything After

Butter washed bourbon, amaro Avern

Junior’s Restaurant & Tap House

Cereal Milk

Butter washed bourbon, honey, cinnamon, heavy cream, cherry bark bitters. 

Junior’s Restaurant & Tap House

Sangria

Brandy, lemon, red wine syrup, oleo saccharum, seltzer.

Junior’s Restaurant & Tap House

Original Cin

Pineapple dark rum, Velvet Falernum (clove, lime), apple cordial, cinnamon. 

Junior’s Restaurant & Tap House

Papa Noel

Papa Noel (Santa Clause) beer boot for a $20 fill and get to keep the glass! Order any of our delicious beers that we have on tap. 

Belle Ame Vineyard

Holiday Sangria

For this delicious drink, we combine a deep bodied red blend and mix it with pomegranate juice and a touch of citrus. The finishing touch is a garnish of cranberries and a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Belle Ame Vineyard

Winter Warmer

Wee Heavy | ABV 8%

Based on a Wee Heavy Scotch Ale recipe, this deep mahogany beer is the perfect pint for the cold of winter.  A soft, warming alcohol presence underlies a full body with a chewy, malty sweetness at its core. The addition of roasted barley also contributes a slightly toasted nose and finish. 

Rush River Brewing

Uber

Altbier | ABV 8.5%

An ancient style from the Rhineland, Altbiers are ales that were virtually wiped out by European lagers in the 1800s. Uber Alt is a much stronger version of the traditional Dusseldorf Altbiers. We ramp up the grain bill with Pilsen, Munich and Caramel malts to produce a rich, malt-forward German ale. 

Rush River Brewing

WBBA Uber

Wheated Bourbon Barrel-Aged Alt | ABV 10%

Being a sweet, malty, high gravity ale, we feel that our Uber Alt makes a pretty good base beer for aging in a Bourbon barrel.  We got our hands on a few Wheated Bourbon barrels, so we filled them up and put them up to rest for a few months. The result is a smooth, caramel-rich beer with hints of maple and vanilla accompanied by a touch of boozy heat. 

Rush River Brewing

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