The Ultimate Women’s Hockey Watch Party Playbook

Hosting a watch party can feel like a high-stakes hockey game, but with Smirnoff (and The GIST!) on your team, playing host for your puck-loving pals has never been easier.

• There’s no gatekeeping here: We’ve curated the ultimate playbook to ensure your women’s hockey hangout is the talk of the town.

Step 1: Lock in your lineup

It’s not a party without people, so the first move in hosting the ultimate women’s hockey watch party is rallying your crew. Custom invites, anyone?

• Dressing the part is half the fun. Encourage your guests to rock jerseys, team gear, or their squad’s colours.

✨ Bonus tip: A mix of fandoms makes for the best energy. The MVP of any great watch party? A little friendly trash talk.

Step 2: Shake up gameday cocktails

Flex those mixologist muscles with an assist from Smirnoff. These six hockey-themed cocktails won’t disappoint.

🍀🏒 Boston: The Shamrock Smash

A bold cocktail with a nod to Boston’s love of Irish whiskey.

• 1.5 oz Smirnoff Green Apple

• 0.5 oz Irish whiskey

• 2 oz fresh lemonade

• 1 oz club soda

• Mint leaves for garnish

Directions: Shake with ice, strain into a glass over crushed ice, and garnish with mint.

❄️🏒 Minnesota: The North Star Mule

Inspired by the state’s icy winters and love for crisp, clean flavours.

• 1.5 oz Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka

• 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur

• 2 oz ginger beer

• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice

• Fresh cranberries & rosemary for garnish

Directions: Build in a copper mug over ice, stir gently, and garnish with cranberries and rosemary.

🔴🏒 Montréal: The Montreal Rouge Royale

A chic, red-hued drink inspired by the city’s vibrant nightlife and French flair.

• 1.5 oz Smirnoff Raspberry Vodka

• 0.5 oz raspberry liqueur

• 2 oz cranberry juice

• 1 oz champagne (for some French elegance)

• Fresh raspberries for garnish

Directions: Shake all ingredients except champagne, strain into a coupe glass, and top with champagne. Garnish with raspberries.

🗽🏒 New York: The Blue Line Breeze

Bold, blue, and electric — just like the city that never sleeps.

• 1.5 oz Smirnoff Blueberry Vodka

• 0.5 oz blue curaçao

• 1 oz pineapple juice

• 1 oz lemonade

• Lemon wheel for garnish

Directions: Shake well, strain into a highball glass with ice, and garnish with a lemon wheel.

🍁🏒 Ottawa: The Red Maple Fizz

A patriotic red-and-white drink honouring Canada’s capital.

• 1.5 oz Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka

• 0.5 oz maple syrup

• 2 oz cranberry juice

• 1 oz club soda

• Orange twist for garnish

Directions: Shake and strain over ice in a rocks glass, top with club soda, and garnish with an orange twist.

🔵🏒 Toronto: The Big Smoke Collins

A classy yet fun take on a Toronto favourite — perfect for game day!

• 1.5 oz Smirnoff Berry Blast Vodka

• 0.5 oz simple syrup

• 1 oz fresh lemon juice

• 2 oz soda water

• Blueberry skewer for garnish

Directions: Shake with ice, strain into a Collins glass, top with soda, and garnish with blueberries.

✨ Bonus tip: Why not try your archrival’s drink — the dark side never tasted so good.

Step 3: Fuel the fun

Delicious food is pivotal to any good party. With emotions running high after puck drop, the last thing you need is your guests' empty stomachs adding to the chaos.

Some game-day snacks that’ll pair perfectly with the Smirnoff cocktails from Step 2? Sheet pan nachos and loaded potato skins always do the trick.

✨ Bonus tip: Take some pressure off and make the party a pot luck. Sharing is always caring — and your bestie’s Buffalo chicken dip is absolute fire.

Step 4: Set the vibes

People? Check. Smirnoff cocktails? Check. Food? Check. Now it’s all about setting the atmosphere.

🎶 Nothing hits quite like a curated pre-game playlist — build hype with this one.

🎉 Level up your space with team- or sport-centered decorations.

💡 Integrate mini-games like predicting the score after each period or guessing who will light the lamp to keep guests engaged from puck drop to the final horn.

✨ Bonus tip: Ask your attendees ahead of time who they’re cheering for, then customize your party space to match the vibes. Icy, spicy rivalries just hit different.

Step 5: Enjoy the moment

You’ve perfected the watch party — now sit back, sip your Smirnoff cocktail, and soak it all in.*