Capitol's
Ultra Lounge Presents Best of Christmas Cocktails culls 15 tracks from the swanky three-disc series of the same name. Holiday kitsch from
Kay Starr ("[Everybody's Waiting For] The Man with the Bag"),
Dean Martin's boozy rendition of "Winter Wonderland," and
the Starlighters' infectious "Jing-A-Ling" will keep your martinis ice cold, while
Bing Crosby ("Frosty the Snowman") and
Nat King Cole ("The Christmas Song [Merry Christmas to You]") will keep the fire stoked and the mulled wine strong. Keep this one handy at family gatherings to help prevent
Mannheim Steamroller from owning the night. ~ James Christopher Monger