{"id":252191,"date":"2022-11-22T22:42:01","date_gmt":"2022-11-22T22:42:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teambuildinghub.com\/?p=252191"},"modified":"2022-11-22T22:42:04","modified_gmt":"2022-11-22T22:42:04","slug":"holiday-happy-hour-ideas-virtual-and-real-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teambuildinghub.com\/blog\/holiday-happy-hour-ideas-virtual-and-real-life\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Holiday Happy Hour Ideas for Food & Drink | Virtual & In-Person Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When November rolls around, it\u2019s officially the holiday season! Give your team something to look forward to by planning a holiday happy hour with finger foods, drinks, and space where they can mingle. If your team is remote, don\u2019t stop reading\u2014this blog is still for you! We\u2019ve got food and drink ideas for both in-person and virtual holiday happy hours that will give your team a memorable holiday season together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10 Holiday Happy Hour Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Happy hours are great moments where your team can connect, take a break, and have a little fun together. The holidays are the perfect excuse for you to do a holiday-themed happy hour break for your team, and, if your employees usually take time off of work during the season, they\u2019ll get a chance to celebrate with each other!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you set up your team happy hour<\/a>, make sure you include the essentials: food and drinks. Here are some simple (but yummy) ideas for your holiday happy hour!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Easy Holiday Finger Foods for Happy Hour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. Bisquick Sausage Balls<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 cups Bisquick<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 lb pork sausage<\/p>\n\n\n\n

16 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1\/2 cup milk<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 1\/2 tsp Italian seasoning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preheat the oven to 350\u00ba. In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients with your hands. With a cookie scoop, form 1-inch sausage balls and squeeze them lightly so they hold their form. Line the sausage balls on a baking sheet and bake until brown, or 20\u201325 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Santa Hat Cheese Crackers<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monterey jack cheese cracker cuts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 red bell peppers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 oz cream cheese (softened)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Town House Flatbread Crisps<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cut the bell peppers in half and clean out all the seeds. Cut each half into small triangles and set aside. Add cheese slices to crackers and place a bell pepper triangle on top (the Santa hat!). Using a piping bag or a sandwich bag with the corner cut off, squeeze small dots along the bottom of the pepper and one dot at the point to finish off the Santa hat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Black Forest Cake<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve ever had a black forest cake<\/a>, you know that it\u2019s the epitome of end-of-year comfort food. There are so many different recipes to choose from, but the staple ingredients are rich chocolate and cherries. Treat your team (and yourself) to this classic dessert! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. A Charcuterie Board<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Well-laid-out charcuterie boards have seemed to take over the internet, and for good reason. The add-ons are simple (thin meats, cheeses, fruit, and different nuts), but the presentation is what inspires people. You can find charcuterie board kits at some grocery stores or check out this recipe<\/a> for a packed and impressive board. We suggest making your board while at home and covering it with saran wrap to transport it to your holiday happy hour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Honey Roasted Almond Cheeseballs<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8 oz cream cheese, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 cup shredded parmesan cheese<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 tbsp honey<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bd tsp garlic powder<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bd cup Blue Diamond honest roast almonds, ground<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pretzel sticks or toothpicks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Put the ground almonds in a small bowl and set aside. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and honey. Shape the cheese mixture into tablespoon-sized balls, and roll each ball in the almonds to cover it. When you\u2019re done with the batch, refrigerate them for at least 2 hours. Stick pretzel sticks or toothpicks in each cheese ball before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cocktails & Mocktails for Holiday Happy Hour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. The Ginger House<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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This drink is featured at Find & Rare<\/a> in New York City, and usually uses Brenne Estate Cask <\/a>whiskey, but feel free to use your favorite whiskey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 oz. whiskey<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.5 oz ginger liqueur<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.5 oz fresh-squeezed lemon juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice, shake, and serve strained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Rosemary-Grapefruit Sparkle<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bc cup rosemary leaves, coarsely chopped<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bd cup boiling water<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 tbsp honey<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 cup pink grapefruit juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8 oz. sparkling water<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Optional: vodka or gin<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steep the rosemary leaves in boiling water for 15 to 20 minutes (make sure you cover it in a safe container to keep the heat in). After it\u2019s steeped, strain the leaves and add the honey. Leave the mixture in the fridge to cool, and when it\u2019s ready, mix the rosemary syrup with the grapefruit juice. Pour it into glasses over ice, add sparkling water, and enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Spiked Hot Chocolate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This one\u2019s simple\u2014pick your favorite hot chocolate recipe<\/a> and just add booze! Peppermint schnapps, whiskey, or Bailey\u2019s are all great options for your spiked hot chocolate. Just make sure you set aside some normal hot chocolate for anyone who prefers it without alcohol. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Bailey’s and Coffee<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This drink is a simple yet delicious addition to your drink list, and, just like hot chocolate, you can leave aside some alcohol-free coffee for those who need a normal caffeine boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cups of coffee<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bailey’s Original Irish Cream<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pour a splash of Bailey\u2019s in each cup of coffee. Have fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Christmas Mocktail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 oz cranberry juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 oz apple cider or apple juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 oz orange juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 oz ginger ale<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make:<\/strong>
Add all the ingredients over ice, topping it off with the ginger ale, and stir. Feel free to add a garnish of mint!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Virtual Holiday Happy Hour Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your whole team or some of your team works remotely, you\u2019ve still got a great opportunity to set up a virtual holiday happy hour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to incorporate some of our virtual holiday party themes and games<\/a> as you prep your team on food and drink!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food for Virtual Holiday Happy Hour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. Christmas Cookies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Let everyone grab a pack of their favorite Christmas cookies and join the holiday happy hour! You can challenge them to find the most festive pack of cookies, or, if they\u2019re a Martha Stewart in the making, they can make and decorate their own cookies.<\/a> Check out some great recipes below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n