Usually playing second fiddle to vodka -- and sometimes third fiddle to tequila -- gin has been hard on the comeback trail. And its crisp, clean, juniper flavor makes it an ideal spirit to help get you in the holiday spirit.

From Bulldog Gin, a light-tasting, ultra-premium gin in one of my favorite badass bottles (love the spiked "dog collar"), come these holiday drinks designed to up the celebration ante. (Along with one designed to ease the "after celebration" hangover...)

For more, head over to www.BulldogGin.com

Hare of the Dog
Created by John Freeman
Best served the morning after this year’s company party.

3 oz. Bulldog Gin
8 Pieces, diced lemongrass
1 oz. Organic carrot juice
1/2 oz. Wildflower honey water
1 Packet brown Sugar in the Raw
Fanned fresh lemongrass

Dry muddle lemongrass. Combine other ingredients. Shake, double strain, and serve up in a champagne glass. Add garnish.

Hey Bulldog!
Created by Michael Waterhouse
The answer for a last-minute holiday cocktail party.

2 oz. Bulldog Gin
1 oz. Chambord
1/2 oz. Peppermint Schnapps
7 Up

Combine all ingredients except 7 Up in a highball, then top with 7 Up.

My Funny Clementine
Created by Somer Perez
Try this comical drink for your holiday brunch instead of Mimosas.

1 1/2 oz. Bulldog Gin
4 Pieces of Clementine, no peel
1/4 oz. Lemon juice
1/2 oz. Simple syrup
2 Dashes blood orange bitters
Prosecco or dry champagne

In a mixing glass, combine all ingredients other than the champagne. Shake and strain into a champagne glass and top with the bubbles. Garnish with an orange or Clementine peel.