Sip into the Festive Spirit with These Top 10 Christmas Cocktails
As the holiday season gets underway, it’s time to get creative in the kitchen and whip up some festive cocktails that will leave your guests feeling merry and bright! From classic concoctions like eggnog and hot chocolate to more adventurous drinks featuring seasonal flavors like cranberry and cinnamon, we’ve got you covered with our top 10 Christmas cocktail picks.
Classic Christmas Cocktails: Eggnog, Hot Chocolate, and More
The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without a classic eggnog. This creamy, sweet drink is made with milk, cream, sugar, eggs, and spices, and can be enjoyed either hot or cold. Another festive favorite is hot chocolate, which can be dressed up with marshmallows, whipped cream, or even a splash of peppermint schnapps for an extra-special treat.
For something a little more adventurous, try making a Christmas-themed cocktail featuring flavors like cranberry and cinnamon. The Cranberry Moscow Mule is a refreshing twist on the classic vodka-based cocktail, made with cranberry juice, lime juice, and ginger beer, served in a copper mug or highball glass.
Another fun option for the holiday season is the Spiked Eggnog Latte, which combines the richness of eggnog with the depth of espresso. Simply brew a shot of espresso, pour it into a cup, and top it off with steamed eggnog and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
For those who prefer their cocktails on the sweeter side, try making a Candy Cane Martini. This festive cocktail combines vodka, peppermint schnapps, Godiva white chocolate liqueur, and grenadine for a sweet and creamy treat that’s sure to be a hit at any holiday party.
And finally, no list of Christmas cocktails would be complete without mentioning the legendary Tom & Jerry Cocktail. This frothy, eggnog-based drink is made with rum or brandy, milk, sugar, eggs, and spices, and can be enjoyed either hot or cold.
Spiked Holiday Classics: Rum, Gin, Vodka, and More
For those who prefer their holiday cocktails a little more…adventurous, try making one of our spiked holiday classic cocktail recipes. The Spiked Peppermint Mocha is made with peppermint schnapps, vodka, espresso, chocolate syrup, and whipped cream for a rich and creamy treat that’s sure to be a hit at any holiday party.
The Cranberry Gin Fizz is another fun option for the holiday season, featuring cranberry juice, gin, lime juice, and ginger beer for a refreshing twist on the classic cocktail.
For those who prefer their cocktails on the stronger side, try making one of our spiced holiday cocktail recipes. The Apple Cider Whiskey Sour combines whiskey, apple cider, lemon juice, and cinnamon for a warm and spicy treat that’s sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
Festive Holiday Flavors: Cranberry, Orange, Cinnamon, and More
From cranberry and orange to cinnamon and nutmeg, there are countless festive flavors to choose from when it comes to making holiday cocktails. Try incorporating some of these seasonal flavors into your favorite cocktail recipes for a unique twist.
The Cranberry Moscow Mule is another fun option featuring cranberry juice, lime juice, and ginger beer for a refreshing twist on the classic vodka-based cocktail.
Winter Wonderland Cocktails: Apple Cider, Hot Buttered Rum, and More
For those who prefer their holiday cocktails to be reminiscent of winter wonderlands, try making one of our winter-themed cocktail recipes. The Hot Apple Cider combines bourbon, apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg for a warm and spicy treat that’s sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
Festive Christmas Cocktails: Peppermint, Eggnog, Gingerbread, and More
From peppermint and eggnog to gingerbread and cinnamon, there are countless festive flavors to choose from when it comes to making holiday cocktails. Try incorporating some of these seasonal flavors into your favorite cocktail recipes for a unique twist.
Top 10 Christmas Cocktails: A Roundup
We’ve rounded up our top 10 Christmas cocktail picks, featuring everything from classic eggnog and hot chocolate to more adventurous drinks featuring seasonal flavors like cranberry and cinnamon.
From the Spiked Peppermint Mocha to the Cranberry Moscow Mule, these festive cocktails are sure to be a hit at any holiday party. So why not get creative in the kitchen and try making one (or two, or three!) of our top 10 Christmas cocktail picks this holiday season?
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or just want to get into the spirit with some festive drinks, these top 10 Christmas cocktails are sure to be a hit. From classic eggnog and hot chocolate to more adventurous drinks featuring seasonal flavors like cranberry and cinnamon, we’ve got you covered.