Calling all the holiday lovers. [whole world raises hand] Today’s list is so super simple and classic – just festive sips tossed with sugar, spice, and everything nice.
I mean, what can I say? It’s not the world’s most cray-z-awesome creative combination – it’s just what my mouth wants to drink every day all day in December.
1. Eggnog Cocktail
This is a total yuletide classic. We all know eggnog is that rich and creamy beverage for Christmas or New Year.
While you can use different liquors, this version calls for vodka and amaretto, which gives it that deep, nutty flavor. Just shake, pour, and finish it with caramel sauce. It’s basically a boozy milkshake and a total dreamy delight.
2. Cranberry Mimosa
You guys, mimosas are just so easy. This holiday version is just as simple but still so flavorful.
What is it? Just tart cranberries and fizzy champagne. That’s it! Talk about adding some sparkle to your season.
3. Jingle Juice Holiday Punch
This flavorful punch is just plain fun. It’s bright and breezy and just a perfect way to celebrate. And get this: it comes together in minutes with only three ingredients.
We’re talking cherry soda, vodka, and Champagne. You’ll be entertaining like a boss.
4. Holiday Mai Tai
I always think of fruity Mai Tais as a tropical beach drink, right? Well, this recipe brings that summer vibe to your Christmas party.
It’s got just four ingredients, so it’s super easy to throw together. A few of these will definitely keep you warm on those cold nights.
5. Bourbon Spiked French Hot Chocolate
This hot chocolate is going to be a total hit, whether you top it with marshmallows or whipped cream. This is real, from-scratch hot chocolate.
Think high-quality chocolate bars, brown sugar, and half and half. It is decadent and indulgent, and that’s even before adding the bourbon and toppings! You’ll want to make some mugs without the booze for the kids, too.
6. The Grinch Cocktail
Got some holiday stress? This fruity cocktail is here for your inner Grinch. It’s light, refreshing, and a sweet blend of melon, citrus, and cherry.
It’s made with melon liqueur, clear rum, and a fizzy lemon-lime soda. The balance of sweet and citrusy is perfect. Just one little warning: it’s so delicious, you might lose track of how many you’ve had.
7. Mulled Wine
Classic mulled wine is just one of the best parts of the holiday season. It’s such a traditional beverage! Back in the Middle Ages, people loved it as a way to use up wine that was getting old.
This recipe doesn’t mess with that classic combo. It’s great for beginners and packed with festive spices like nutmeg, clove, and cinnamon. It’s just sweet, warm, comforting, and so delicious.
8. Christmas Moscow Mule
I am ALWAYS a fan of Moscow Mules, and this Christmas version is just amazing. It’s so crisp and refreshing, and totally full of pomegranate flavor.
And don’t let the jalapenos weird you out. That’s where the spice comes from! I promise you, adding jalapenos to a cocktail is a total game-changer.
9. Winter Snowflake Cocktail
This is such a dreamy, creamy cocktail! It’s made with Bailey’s Irish Cream and has a cinnamon scent. Honestly, if you serve this at your party, you can just skip dessert.
It’s like a milkshake and sundae all in one, and it’s sinfully scrumptious. And SO filling.
10. Pomegranate Gin Cocktail
This juicy cocktail is basically Christmas in a glass. It’s made with gin, orange, pomegranate, honey, and fresh thyme.
It’s just so smooth and delicious, and it goes down really easy. Maybe a little *too* easy.
11. Pomegranate Martini with Rosemary Honey Syrup
Not every holiday drink needs a cutesy name. They just need the right stuff in the glass. And this ridiculously delicious Pomegranate Martini has ALL the right stuff.
The pomegranate juice gives it that gorgeous red color and a bright, drool-worthy flavor. Then you add that rosemary honey syrup? That’s a home run. This one is an instant Christmas classic.
12. Holly Jolly Christmas Citrus Cocktail
This tangy mix of vodka and citrus is just what you need to make your Christmas holly AND jolly. It’s zesty and sharp from the vodka, elderflower liqueur, and fresh-squeezed orange juice.
Add a splash of ginger beer and top it with pomegranate seeds and a sprig of fresh mint. This is such a sophisticated drink. It’s going to be the highlight of your next Christmas Eve party.
13. Christmas Sangria
If you love your drinks loaded with beautiful, bright flavors, you have to try this sangria. It’s pretty much mulled wine, just served chilled and without the mulling part.
With the red wine, brandy, cinnamon, sweet syrup, and fruit, it’s just a delightfully refreshing drink with so much flavor.
14. Drunken Snowman Cocktail
This is a super fun cocktail! It’s a decadent mix of ice cream, chocolate, and whipped cream. Oh, and a big helping of Bailey’s Irish Cream, too!
Because you just have to have a divinely creamy, boozy treat for Christmas. This is delicious enough to warm Frosty’s heart.
15. Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail
This is also called a ‘Blizzard,’ and wow, it is whiskey heaven. It’s bright and tart from the cranberry juice and lemon. Your taste buds are in for a zesty, mouth-watering treat.
16. Mistletoe Martini Cranberry Christmas Cocktail
Martinis are just so elegant, and they’re surprisingly easy to make. This holiday version is perfect for classing up your Christmas.
It’s a fruity blend of elderflower and cranberry. The Mistletoe Martini is vibrant, uplifting, and will keep the party going all night long.
17. Mrs. Claus Cocktail
Poor Mrs. Claus, right? This cocktail isn’t just a delicious blend of peppermint schnapps and eggnog. It’s a tribute to the woman behind the man! So let’s raise a glass.
And keep that glass coming, because this cocktail is crazy good.
18. Spiced Hot Buttered Rum
Hot buttered rum just sounds festive, doesn’t it? It is SO lip-smacking and belly-warming.
Serve this hot when your guests arrive from the cold, and you will be the most incredible Christmas host. Period.
19. Peppermintini
Appletini. Crantini. And now, Peppermintini! I would say this whole ‘tini’ thing is out of control… if I didn’t love them so much!
The Peppermintini is this delectable blend of white chocolate liqueur, peppermint schnapps, and half and half. It’s rich, sweet, creamy, and packed with that invigorating minty flavor. It’s dessert in a glass, and I am HERE for it.
20. Candy Cane Martini
Yes! You can get all that delicious candy cane taste in a winter-themed drink. This one needs a little planning, as the process takes up to 3 days. But trust me, it’s worth it.
You soak candy canes in vodka to infuse it with that sweet, minty flavor. Then you can drink it straight or use it as a base for all kinds of Christmas cocktails.
21. Christmas Punch
This fruity and fizzy punch is perfect for a festive party. We’re talking a juicy mix of sparkling wine, dark rum, orange, cranberries, and ginger ale.
Just load it up with ice, fresh cranberries, and orange slices. It makes such a colorful bowl that everyone will be gathering around.