Christmas is a time for family, friends, food and of course, Christmas cocktails!
This is the season to be jolly, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than with a festive cocktail.
Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party, Thanksgiving dinner party or just looking for a fun drink to enjoy with friends and family, here are some delicious Christmas cocktails to try out.
This collection of cocktail recipes will help you celebrate the holidays in style.
When it comes to cocktails, there’s no better time to celebrate than during the holiday season.
Some of this cocktails can be made into mocktails or non-alcoholic cocktails.
Plenty of choices for virgin drinks to choose from in this collections of Christmas cocktails.
Are you looking for drinks that are festive and fun, or something more classic and elegant, these drink recipes will give you what you looking for.
From classic eggnog to festive champagne cocktails, we’ve got something for everyone.
So gather your ingredients and get ready to mix up some merry drinks!
Best Christmas Cocktails
Channel your inner bartender with these easy-to-make Christmas cocktails.
In these collection of cocktails you will find, vodka cocktails, tequila cocktails, champagne cocktails, rum cocktails, cranberry cocktails and wine cocktails to name a few.
These drinks require minimal ingredients and effort, so you can spend less time mixing and more time enjoying the holiday cheer.
The Best Drinks for the Holiday Season
Here you will also find some non-alcoholic Christmas drinks, perfect for anyone looking for a festive mocktail.
Let’s get started with your favorite Christmas drinks!
Cranberry Martini
The Cranberry Martini is a crisp and delicious cocktail, embodying the festive spirit with its elegant and stunning presentation, making it a must-have holiday drink for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Cranberry Martini Recipe here
Cotton Candy Champagne Cocktails
Rosé champagne is topped with fresh cotton candy for a beautiful cocktail perfect for a garden party, wedding, or any other special event.
The cotton candy will dissolve when it hits the champagne, creating a sweet champagne cocktail.
Cotton Candy Champagne Cocktail Recipe here.
Appletini
Experience the delight of a party-worthy Appletini, a delicious sour apple cocktail that can be prepared in under two minutes with just four ingredients.
Try this delicious vodka cocktail now.
Apple Martini recipe here
Cranberry Margaritas
Cranberry Margaritas: A festive blend of tart cranberry, zesty lime, and smooth tequila.
Perfect for holiday celebrations or a refreshing summer sip!
Cranberry Margarita recipe here
Classic Vodka Sour
Learn how to make a classic Vodka Sour cocktail with this easy step-by-step cocktail recipe!
Vodka Sour is a timeless classic that is perfect for celebrating any special occasion!
Vodka Sour recipe here
White Christmas Mimosa
White Christmas Mimosa combines bubbly champagne with tart white cranberry juice, creating a festive and refreshing cocktail perfect for holiday celebrations!
White Christmas Mimosa recipe here
Strawberry Grapefruit Vodka Cocktail
This easy and refreshing Strawberry Grapefruit Vodka Cocktail is the perfect summer drink!
Made with fresh strawberries, grapefruit juice, vodka and a hint of lime, this cocktail is easy to make and will be sure to please any crowd.
Best of all, it’s low calorie cocktail, so you can indulge without the guilt.
Strawberry Grapefruit Cocktail Recipe here
Sidecar
This Grand Marnier SideCar cocktail will elevate your cocktail game to a new level.
A timeless classic cocktail that is unrivaled.
SideCar recipe here
Poinsettia Cranberry Champagne Cocktail
A Poinsettia drink is a cranberry champagne cocktail that’s vibrant and refreshing.
Great champagne cocktail for entertaining, it’s a perfect winter or holiday drink!
Poinsettia Cocktail Recipe here
Tequila Sunrise
Looking for the perfect festive cocktail?
Look no further than the Tequila Sunrise.
This classic drink is a fruity blend of tequila, orange juice, and grenadine that not only looks beautiful but tastes delicious.
Recipe here
Cranberry Mimosa Mocktail
This Cranberry Mocktail Mimosa is the ultimate non-alcoholic drink for your holiday celebrations.
Made with just two chilled ingredients—cranberry juice and apple sparkling cider.
This festive mocktail is as easy to make as it is delicious.
Optional garnishes like fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary add a touch of elegance, making it perfect for any occasion from intimate dinners to large gatherings.
Cranberry Mimosa Mocktail Recipe here
Vodka Party Punch
Vodka Party Punch: The ultimate make-ahead, big batch cocktail, blending fruity flavors for a refreshing summer hit.
Perfect for easy, breezy entertaining.
Vodka Punch recipe here
Sparkling Wine Sangria
There’s nothing quite like a glass of sangria and with sparkling wine as the main ingredient, this sparkling wine sangria recipe is perfect for any holiday celebration or any other occasion!
Sparky Wine Sangria recipe
Cranberry Kringle Cocktail
Cranberry Kringle Cocktail will be your new favorite holiday cocktail!
Easy to make and full of holiday cheer! Perfect for parties!
Cranberry Kringle Cocktail recipe here
Naughty but Nice Christmas Cocktail
It’s time to shake up another new holiday cocktail recipe.
Today we’re making this Naughty but Nice Christmas Cocktail.
It’s a delicious and festive mix of flavors almost anyone will love.
Naughty but Nice Cocktail recipe here
Peppermint Mimosa
Festive and fun – this peppermint mimosa is full of holiday cheer.
This bubbly combination of peppermint vodka and chocolate with champagne is a must on any holiday drinks menu.
Peppermint Mimosa Recipe here.
Candy Cane Vodka Cocktail
This simple, festive candy cane infused vodka has a surprisingly light, fresh result perfectly paired in the Candy Cane Cocktail with Creme de Cacao for a classic peppermint and chocolate libation.
An elegant vodka cocktail!
Candy Cane Peppermint Cocktail Recipe here
Cranberry Mimosas
A cranberry lover’s version of the standard mimosa – tart cranberries pair perfectly with a sugar-rimmed glass and sparkling champagne bubbles.
Two main ingredients and they’re ready in 5 minutes!
Cranberry Mimosa Cocktail recipe here
Sweet Tea Sangria
This Sweet tea white sangria is a delicious and refreshing drink that combines the best of both worlds – sweet tea and wine!
Sweet Tea and Wine Sangria recipe
Frozen Strawberry Margarita
This Frozen Strawberry Margarita blends vibrant strawberries, tangy lime juice, bold tequila, and citrusy Triple sec into the quintessential festive cocktail.
Frozen Strawberry Margarita recipe
Bloody Mary Cocktail
This Bloody Mary recipe is the best recipe you will taste. No matter what season of the year it is, this easy cocktail recipe will be a keeper for you.
There is nothing like the peppery tomato juice paired with vodka and yummy garnishes.
I like a cocktail that is also a snack.
This is an easy and delicious classic Bloody Mary recipe just waiting to be garnished.
Recipe for Bloody Mary
Amaretto Sour
This classic Amaretto Sour cocktail combines the smooth, nutty flavor of amaretto liqueur with the tang of fresh lemon juice, creating a drink that is both refreshing and satisfying.
Amaretto Sour recipe
Tequila Sunrise
A tequila sunrise classic cocktail that can be enjoy on any occasion.
Classic Tequila Sunrise recipe
Holiday Sangria Cocktail Recipe
The Ultimate Holiday Sangria is filled with citrus, pomegranate, pear and cinnamon for one irresistible cocktail!
Find out my secret method to making the BEST sangria recipe!
You’ll be the star of the holiday party with this easy wine cocktail recipe!
Holiday Sangria Recipe here
Vanilla-Pear Holiday Punch
Make this pear punch for your holiday get-togethers! It’s not too sweet, but full of cheer.
Holiday Punch Recipe here
Hot Buttered Rum Cocktail
This hot buttered rum recipe is the perfect winter warmer, with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and of course – dark rum.
Serve it in a mug or heat-resistant glass for a cozy rum holiday cocktail.
Raspberry Cream Mimosa Cocktails
These raspberry mimosa cocktails are a special treat!
They are made with a creamy frozen raspberry granita and topped with sparkling wine.
Perfect for New Years cocktails or a refreshing summer drink, this mimosa recipe is sure to be your new favorite!
Maple Bourbon Smash
The Maple Bourbon Smash is a holiday twist on the classic whiskey smash.
A great cocktail that can be made in big batches.
Santa’s Spritz Christmas Cocktail
A fizzy, fun and delicious Christmas cocktail made with prosecco, rhubarb and ginger gin and cranberry juice.
This simple cocktail is perfect for serving at holiday parties or for enjoying at weekends when it’s time to chill.
Christmas Spritz Recipe here
Apple Cider Sangria White Wine Cocktail
This Apple Cider Sangria is everyone’s favorite Fall cocktail!
The perfect sangria for a fall celebration.
White Christmas Margarita
A creamy coconut margarita with lime juice, tequila, coconut water and cranberries that looks like Christmas in a cup.
It is sure to be a hit at your holiday party and guaranteed to give you the merriest of holidays!
White Margarita Recipe here
White Cosmo Cocktail
This White Cosmo cocktail is festive, refreshing and made with white cranberry juice, vodka, triple sec and lime.
It’s the perfect addition to any holiday party or celebration.
Pomegranate Champagne Margaritas
Pomegranate Champagne Margaritas are as delicious as they are head-turning.
The perfect easy valentine’s day cocktail!
Grapefruit and Sage Champagne Cocktails
These Grapefruit and Sage Champagne Cocktails are the perfect holiday party drink.
The herbaceous sage pairs beautifully with the tart grapefruit juice in this sparkling cocktail.
Ruby Red Jubilee Cocktail
Ruby Red Jubilee Cocktail is the perfect holiday cocktail made with Sagamore Spirit rye whiskey, grapefruit and lime juice and cinnamon syrup.
Recipe here.
Champagne Jello Shots
Champagne Jello shots are a sure-fire way to get the bubbly flowing at a Valentines Day, wedding, baby shower or bridal party.
This recipe is festive, fun, and so easy to make!Recipe here.
Recipe here.
Cranberry Bellini
This Cranberry Ginger Bellini is a festive sparkling cocktail that’s perfect for brunch or holiday parties.
Cranberry Bellini Recipe here.
Eggnog Martini
Celebrate the holidays with this creamy, decadently rich Eggnog Martini.
Just 3 ingredients & a few pinches of spice will create the perfect cocktail for the Christmas season.
Eggnog Recipe here.
Raspberry Mimosa
This pretty mimosa is the perfect cocktail to sip on sitting next to your honey! You can make this a mocktail non alcoholic cocktail.
Recipe here.
Raspberry-Lime Champagne Punch
A festive and delicious champagne punch made with raspberry liqueur, fresh lime juice, and sparkling wine.
You have the option to make it alcoholic and non alcoholic.
The perfect addition to any holiday party spread!
Recipe here.
Christmas Punch
Christmas Punch is an easy and delicious holiday party drink packed with fruits like cranberries, oranges, and pomegranates.
Keep it non-alcoholic or add rum or vodka for extra holiday spirit!
Holiday Punch Recipe here.
Apple Cider Mimosa
This apple cider mimosa is made with only two ingredients.
Jazz up a champagne flute or any other glass and add delicious apple cider and champagne.
It is the perfect holiday cocktail.
Apple Cider Mimosa Recipe here.
Raspberry Vodka Spritz
A refreshing cocktail to start your holiday party.
This holiday cocktail is beautiful and elegant but most importantly delicious.
It will sure wow your crowd!
Recipe for Raspberry Vodka Spritz
Christmas Citrus Cocktail
A delicious mix of vodka, St. Germain (elderflower liquor), and fresh squeezed winter citrus juice.
It’s so simple, refreshing, cheerful, and beyond good.
Serve this festive cocktail pitcher style for friends and family this Christmas.
White Chocolate Peppermint Martini
Cheers to another holiday season! Today we’re shaking up this gorgeous White Chocolate Peppermint Martini.
It’s a deliciously sweet and creamy cocktail with a peppermint twist.
Santa Clausmopolitan
All of the presents are wrapped and you now deserve a Santa Clausmopolitan.
This fresh, tart cocktail is the perfect way to unwind from the holiday stress.
Holiday Gin and Tonic
This Holiday Gin and Tonic is full of the festive flavours of cranberry and clementine, and it’s made with sweet sloe gin.
It’s the perfect cocktail to serve over the holidays as it’s easy to mix and a gorgeous, festive colour.
This is going to be your new favourite G&T.
Sparkling Cran-Cherry Punch
Ingredients Needed:
- Vodka
- Ginger syrup
- Lime juice
- Club soda
Classic Margarita Vodka Cocktail
Ingredients Needed:
- Tequila
- Orange liqueur
- Lime juice
- Simple syrup
Pink Cocktail
Ingredients Needed:
- Vodka
- Grapefruits juice
- Lemon sparkling soda
Easy Holiday Mimosas
Ingredients Needed:
- Champagne
- Cranberry juice
- Simple syrup
Holiday Apple Cider Sangria
Ingredients Needed:
- Apple cider
- Apple whiskey
- Brandy
- Sparkling wine
Spiced Red wine Sangria
Ingredients Needed:
- Red wine
- Apple juice
- Triple sec
- Sliced fruits
Christmas Holiday Punch
Ingredients Needed:
- Champagne
- Prosecco
- Rum
- Vodka
Christmas Candy cane Jello Shots
Ingredients Needed:
- Vodka
- Schnapps
- Gelatin
- Whipped cream
Christmas Spanish Sangria
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 bottle red wine
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup sugar syrup
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 lime, sliced
Christmas Margarita
A festive twist on the classic margarita with cranberry and pomegranate.
A recipe for a Christmas Margarita.
Chambord Bellini
Chambord Bellini is a delicious, easy cocktail recipe made with Prosecco and Chambord Liqueur.
It’s a light, refreshing and bubbly sipper that’s super elegant.
This simple cocktail is perfect for New Year’s Eve toasting!
Grinch Green Cocktail
Ingredients Needed:
- Rum
- Vodka
- Simple syrup
- Food coloring
Christmas Cranberry Martini
Ingredients Needed:
- Elderflower liqueur
- Cranberry juice
- Simple syrup
Pink Señoritas Margarita
Ingredients Needed:
- Tequila
- Triple sec
- Pink lemonade
Peppermint Mimosas
Ingredients Needed:
- Champagne
- Peppermint schnapps
Cranberry Ginger Spritz
Ingredients Needed:
- Vodka
- Ginger liqueur
- Cranberry juice
- Ginger ale
Sugar Cookie Martini
A Sugar Cookie Martini is a festive Christmas cocktail that tastes like a delicious Christmas cookie with a kick!
Serve these at your next holiday party.
Vanilla-Pear Holiday Punch
This holiday punch is unlike any I’ve ever had, and I think you’re going to love it. It’s not too sweet.
It tastes like pear, vanilla, spice and everything nice. It’s a smooth, easy sipper, even with tequila inside.
Mango Tequila Sunrise
Ingredients Needed:
- Tequila
- Orange juice
- Grenadine
Best Holiday Mimosa
Ingredients Needed:
- Champagne
- Cranberry juice
- Pineapple juice
Christmas Snowball Cocktail
Ingredients Needed:
- Advocaat
- Lemon juice
- Sparkling lime soda
Festive Pomegranate Margaritas
Ingredients Needed:
- Tequila
- Pomegranate juice
- Lime juice
- Simple syrup
Holiday Coquitos
Ingredients Needed:
- Rum
- Coconut cream
- Evaporated milk
- Sweet condense milk
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Serve a few holiday drinks with some yummy Linzer cookies or the best Christmas cookies collection to get the full flavors of the holidays.
If you having a Christmas dinner make some cookies ahead and have them ready for dessert.
Cheers and Enjoy these Christmas Cocktails Recipes
I Hope you enjoy this collection of holiday cocktails.
Hoping you found your favorite Christmas cocktail recipe or two or three.
Enjoy with your love ones!
Happy Holidays!!
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