The 12 drinks of Christmas

Cranberry Jack

Where: Mayor Mike’s, 283 Asylum St., Hartford
What’s in it: Jack Daniels, Chambord, cranberry juice, sweet and sour mix, splash of Sprite
Damage: $6.50

On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love drank with me: Six Cranberry Jacks.

The pretty crimson color of this jewel-toned drink will put you in the holiday spirit. But like many pretty martinis, the Cranberry Jack needs more booze to bring on a festive mood. The drink is pleasant and sweet, but the Jack Daniels is hardly noticeable. Ask the bartender to be a bit more generous when you order.