Don’t know what to make for Christmas cocktails? These ideas will be a hit, whether you’re throwing a shindig or just looking for something to sip on with family and friends.
Holiday cocktails for every celebration
Christmas cocktails shouldn’t be left off the menu for Christmas Eve or Christmas morning!
I pulled together 28 ideas for Christmas beverages, both alcoholic and a few that are alcohol-free. From martinis to mojitos, there’s something everyone will love on this list.
Types of Christmas cocktails
From fruity flavors like cranberry and pomegranate to herbal ones like peppermint and rosemary, there’s so much texture and fragrance to be enjoyed at the holidays when it comes to Christmas cocktails.
And there’s, of course, a spot for cookies and candy too! Chocolate, coffee, almond, ginger and more are lovely additions to your Christmas
- Warm drinks: From hot chocolate to apple cider, there are non-alcoholic and boozy drinks that will make you feel cozy.
- Cold drinks: Christmas is warm in some places of the world, so ice-cold, refreshing drinks are a necessity!
- After-dinner drinks: Usually sweet and boozy, these cocktails are served as dessert. At Christmastime, cookie and candy flavors make these a real treat.
- Non-alcoholic drinks: With zero-proof spirits more readily available these days, it’s easy to turn many cocktails into mocktails.
When to serve cocktails at Christmas
Make them for Christmas Eve, Christmas morning, Christmas brunch, Christmas parties… or just because! Christmas cocktails are always a hit whether you’re hosting a small get-together, a cookie decorating party or a larger shindig.
So get out your most festive glassware and bar tools. And don’t forget the festive garnishes!
I’d love to know what Christmas drinks you’re making this year! Leave a note in the comments.
Santa will love these Chocolate Chip Cookie Shots, which are edible shooter glasses that are filled with Irish cream and coffee liqueur. So delicious for the holidays!
Boozy hot chocolate is never a bad idea, and this one is made with homemade peppermint vodka.
Homemade Coffee Liqueur makes a sweet holiday gift for all the coffee lovers in your life! All you need is vodka or rum, vanilla simple syrup, freshly brewed coffee and a jar or bottle, and this popular spirit is yours to gift or drink!
This red and green holiday cocktail with ginger beer, cranberry, vodka and rosemary is sure to be a hit with everyone you serve it to.
With apples and cranberries, this gorgeous sangria is a perfect pairing for Christmas dinner.
Homemade Irish Cream Liqueur makes an amazing gift, and tastes better than the real thing! Perfect for sipping after dinner.
Russian Tea is a warm citrus tea punch for a chilly day. My family recipe is always a big hit.
This Pointsettia Champagne Cocktail is an elegant yet easy holiday cocktail. Make it for Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and every night in between!
This stunning martini is made with pine simple syrup and tastes like a Christmas tree!
Sweet and spiced, this cinnamon White Russian is an amazing holiday after-dinner cocktail made with cinnamon simple syrup.
Made with pomegranate, bourbon and ginger ale, this drink is refreshing and fun, perfect for a celebration or a girls' night in.
Christmas Spa Water is infused water. This non-alcoholic beverage is a jolly and colorful drink for the holiday season.
These pretty cranberry bellinis are a merry cocktail for Christmas morning or brunch.
Dairy-Free Blender Eggnog is a quick and easy way to prepare the traditional Christmas drink. It's a holiday beverage that vegans and those who can't consume dairy will love, but it tastes like the real thing!
This merry and minty cocktail for the holidays looks so cute with Candy Cane Drink Flags!
Ruby red pomegranate juice is the star of these festive holiday cocktails. Make them with gin or vodka and serve them at your next holiday party!
The Pomegranate Mimosa is a delicious choice for your Thanksgiving or Christmas menu. Enjoy it for breakfast or brunch!
For dessert, try a pretty tiramisu martini garnished with chocolate and a ladyfinger!
This stunning non-alcoholic punch would be a big hit with kiddos and non-drinkers!
Make a Cranberry Old-Fashioned cocktail with your leftover cranberry sauce from Christmas dinner!
This brandy-based liqueur is a delicious after-dinner sipper that you can drink solo, mix into cocktails or enjoy over ice cream.
Serve up a round of easy cranberry mimosas for a holiday party or for brunch! They'll be lovely on Christmas morning.
Whip up a batch of sugar cookie martinis to sip on while baking, decorating or partying for the holidays!
Minty mojitos with coconut rum and coconut water make for a tropical cocktail fit for Christmas!
Deck out a Christmas tree with juice-filled ornaments that holiday party guests can use to make their own mimosas.
These easy Christmas margaritas are a jolly cocktail to make your holidays bright!
Dance the night away with a Sugar Plum Sidecar in hand! Made with plum brandy, triple sec and lemon juice, this bejeweled cocktail pairs well with The Nutcracker soundtrack.
Spiced Hot Buttered Rum is a cozy winter warmer for chilly nights and the holiday season.
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