Snowball
A classic festive cocktail that pairs the creamy, custard-like richness of Advocaat with the refreshing fizz of cold lemonade. A staple of British Christmas celebrations, this smooth drink offers a delightful balance of sweet vanilla notes and zesty citrus.
What it tastes like
The aroma is defined by vanilla custard and bright lemon zest. On the palate, the texture is creamy yet effervescent, resembling a liquid lemon meringue pie. The finish is light and sugary with a mild citrus tang.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Advocaat1.5 oz
- Lemonade9 oz
- Ice1 ml
- Lemon1 slice
Preparation
- 1
Place one large ice cube into a highball glass.
- 2
Pour the Advocaat liqueur over the ice.
- 3
Top up the glass with cold lemonade (approximately 8-10 oz).
- 4
Gently stir to combine the creamy liqueur with the carbonated mixer.
- 5
Garnish with a fresh slice of lemon.
- 6
Serve immediately.
Substitutions
- LemonadeGinger ale — Ginger ale introduces a spicy heat that cuts through the thick texture of the liqueur.
- AdvocaatEggnog — Eggnog offers a similar egg-based creaminess but adds holiday spices like nutmeg.
- Lemon sliceMaraschino cherry — A cherry adds a deep fruit sweetness instead of the acidic brightness of the lemon.
- LemonadeLemon-lime soda — This creates a sweeter citrus profile compared to traditional cloudy lemonade.
Variations
Spiced Snowball
Add 0.5 oz of aged rum to provide a backbone of oak and molasses.
Winter Sun
Incorporate a splash of lime juice to sharpen the acidity and balance the heavy sugar content.