Ever wonder how Santa survives the holiday season? He's got a little secret: a tasty list of off-menu holiday beverages at Bay Area bars. Lucky for us, Santa's secret list has been leaked. You won't find these drinks on the menu, but if you ask for them by name, the bartender will know what to do.

The Grinch at Mosto

Inspired by everyone's favorite holiday villain, this red-and-green cocktail is made with Espolón Anejo tequila, Green Chartreuse, lemon, pineapple gum and a salted hibiscus rim. // 741 Valencia St., facebook.com/mosto

Winter's Kiss at 1760

The perfect balance of sweet and bitter, this drink is made with Cynar, Appleton Estate 12-year rum, dry vermouth, Crème de Menthe, chocolate, and orange bitters. // 1760 Polk St., 1760sf.com

Añogo at Elixir

This legendary eggnog cocktail created by H. Joseph Ehrmann is made with house-aged Suerte Añejo tequila, house-made eggnog, and a hand-torched orange peel. // 3200 16th St., elixirsf.com

Ho Ho Amaro at Locanda

Made with Braulio Riserva, Carpano Antica, grapefruit, lemon, and pineapple gum, this amari-based libation is just what you'd expect from an old world Italian cocktail. // 557 Valencia St., locandasf.com

Denogginizer at Scoma's

A different take on the eggnog cocktail, the Denogginizer is made with Bainbridge organic vanilla vodka, dark Creme de Cacao, Godiva white chocolate liqueur, and eggnog. // Pier 47 Al Scoma Way, scomas.com

Holiday Jamaica Old Fashioned at Forgery

If you're dreaming of an island holiday rather than a white Christmas, try this tropical Old Fashioned made with Appleton Estate Signature rum, Wray & Nephew rum, Orange Curacao, and orgeat-infused with holiday spices. // 1525 Mission St., forgerysf.com

Elf on a Shelf at Hopscotch

This Elf on a Shelf is for adults only, made with Armagnac brandy, rye whisky, Genepy, Carpano Antica vermouth, and mint. // 1915 San Pablo Ave., Oakland, hopscotchoakland.com

Santa's Helper at BIX

This festive concoction is made with SKYY vodka, Frangelico, peppermint, and espresso liqueur. // 56 Gold St., bixrestaurant.com

Spiced Apple Cider at spoonbar

Sonoma County shoppers can warm up from the inside with this hot toddy made with house spiced rum, hot apple cider, and caramel whipped cream. // 219 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, spoonbar.com

Winter Wondermint at Parada

If you find yourself shopping in Walnut Creek, pop in to Parada for this digestif cocktail made with Cynar, Frangelico, artisan peppermint schnapps, and a mint leaf garnish. // 7001 Sunne Lane, Walnut Creek, paradakitchen.com

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