35 Christmas Cocktails & Drinks

This list of Christmas cocktails is sure to create holiday cheer! From cranberry margaritas to kid-friendly gumdrop punch, there’s something for everyone!

collage of Christmas themed drinks; text overlay "35 Epic Holiday Cocktails".

What is a Traditional Christmas Drink?

When you think of Christmas drinks, eggnog almost immediately comes to mind! It’s a holiday classic for a reason (and my family has a special eggnog recipe that’s been passed down for generations). However, there are so many fun options to play with!

Peppermint and cranberry are both perfect for making holiday beverages, both boozy and not. You’ll see quite a few on this Christmas cocktail list that feature these festive flavors.

You’ll also see some very unique holiday cocktails too, if you’re looking for something less traditional. There’s no right or wrong way to celebrate!

Use the table of contents below to easily navigate categories. Tap on a recipe name or photo to open the full ingredients list and instructions.

For each recipe on this list, I’ve included a photo so you can see what it looks like, as well as a short description. To view the full recipe in a new window, simply press the recipe title with your cursor. Cheers!

The Best Christmas Cocktails To Try This Season

These grown-up holiday drinks will liven up the holiday party! These are my most popular Christmas cocktail recipes that I’ve shared on the blog. You’ll be ready for anything the holiday season has to bring!

close up of a Christmas margarita made with cranberry juice

Christmas Margaritas aka “Mistletoe Margaritas” 

A classic margarita jazzed up with festive cranberry juice, this Christmas margarita recipe is one of our all-time favorites! The cranberry, lime juice, and tequila make the perfect mix. When I want to make a big batch, I shake them up in a mason jar as my cocktail shaker.

Christmas White Russian, garnished with peppermint sticks.

Christmas White Russian – A traditional White Russian, with a festive peppermint kick!

margarita that looks like Rudolph with antlers and a cranberry "nose"

Rudolph Margaritas

A cute spin on a White Christmas Margarita (without the coconut milk), this drink is decorated to look like Rudolph, with a cranberry nose and rosemary antlers.

hand holding a Christmas ornament cocktail

Christmas Ornament Mimosas

It doesn’t get any more festive than these clever holiday cocktails served right inside clear ornaments! They look stunning on a party table.

a layered Christmas drink with red and orange colors.

“Naughty or Nice” Cocktail – A delightful layered drink with spicy whiskey and sweet ginger and fruit juices. For all of your Christmas moods!

Christmas mimosa made with white cranberry juice, with rosemary sprig

White Christmas Mimosas

These tasty holiday spiced mimosas are perfect for sipping on Christmas morning as you unwrap all the presents. Would also be fabulous to serve at a holiday brunch!

 

eggnog white Russian cocktail surrounded by winter decor.

Eggnog White Russian Cocktail – We swapped eggnog for the cream or milk in a White Russian cocktail. The creamy texture and warm spices on the eggnog makes this the perfect Christmas cocktail!

White Christmas Sangria

This is an absolutely gorgeous drink! With a variety of colorful fruit and apple slices cut into stars, it almost looks too pretty to drink…almost!

two frozen Jack Frost cocktails, blue in color

Jack Frost Cocktail

This wintery cocktail can be made two ways: frozen and on the rocks. And despite its icy blue color, this drink is tropical flavored. The pineapple juice and rum combo makes it taste like a vacation in a glass! You could also strain to make martinis.

A red cocktail in a martini glass, with a coconut flake rim that looks like snow and a candy cane on top.

Santa Clausmopolitan – A festive holiday spin on the classic cosmopolitan cocktail, with extra cranberry juice for a Christmasy red color and a splash of peppermint flavor!

Christmas mimosa made with cranberry juice.

2-Ingredient Christmas Mimosas – This might be the easiest holiday cocktail ever! Perfect for Christmas brunch!

French Kiss champagne cocktail with liquor bottles behind it

French Kiss Cocktail

What do you get when you combine champagne and raspberry liquor? A classic French Kiss cocktail! This bubbly drink is delightful for a holiday party or New Year’s Eve celebration.

holiday spritzer drink recipe in mason jar mug

Christmas Cranberry Vodka Spritzer

Made with only 2 ingredients, it doesn’t get any easier than this! A perfect drink to whip up when you’re short on time. Just pour, stir, and serve!

chocolate peppermint Christmas cocktail

Tipsy Elf Peppermint Mocha Cocktail

If you love Starbucks’ peppermint mocha, then this is the drink for you! I created this boozy peppermint mocha inspired by my favorite holiday coffee drink. The candy cane rim is so pretty!

Peppermint Holiday Mule with a candy cane garnish

Christmas Moscow Mule

We took a classic Moscow Mule recipe that’s made with ginger beer and turned it Christmas-y with peppermint flavors and candy canes. So fun! (We also made a fall version with apple cider!)

Completed Holiday Paloma Cocktail

Holiday Palomas

Palomas are a tequila based drink made with grapefruit juice for a delightful combination of tart and sweet. We added a few holiday inspired touches to this one to make it especially gorgeous in a glass.

Close up of a Pomegranate Margarita

Pomegranate Margaritas

Similar to a cranberry margarita, but with pomegranate! A fun twist on a classic cocktail.

blue cocktail with a sugar rim, with winter background

Blue Glacier Cocktail

A winter inspired drink that can be served any time of the season. The bright blue color makes it different than many other holiday drinks and it’s sure to stand out from the crowd.

layered red and white Christmas shots

Tipsy Santa Shooters

A two ingredient layered shot recipe that is red and white, just like Santa’s favorite colors and flavored in a mix of cherry and vanilla. This is a lighter drink, with a lower alcohol content, so it’s perfect if you don’t want the party to get too wild.

mason jar with spiked hot chocolate, topped with marshmallows

Boozy Hot Chocolate

A grown-up version of the classic hot cocoa recipe, complete with marshmallows! We made ours with peppermint vodka, but you could use whiskey or bourbon if you prefer.

eggnog with whipped cream and a cherry.

Old-Fashioned Eggnog – A boozy blast from the past! This is real, homemade eggnog made with cream, sugar, bourbon, rum and brandy. It tastes fabulous served over ice cream too!

Christmas Jello Shot Recipes

Who says jello shots are for college kids only?? These holiday jello shots are so pretty and guaranteed crowd-pleasers for your guests! Plus, you can make them ahead of time and keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

close up of red cranberry jello shots with cranberries on top

Cranberry Jello Shots

These tart cranberry jello shots are easy to make with only 3 ingredients. But the real showstopper is the addition of gorgeous sugared cranberries on top. They look like they’re frozen in ice, for a festive wintery touch. Perfect for a Christmas party!

Christmas hot chocolate pudding shots, with candy canes

Hot Cocoa Pudding Shots

Little cups of hot chocolate…with a kick! Plus they look so pretty with whipped cream and miniature candy canes on top for garnish. You could also make these without alcohol for tiny dessert bites!

holding a red Christmas jello shot, with whipped cream and sprinkles

3-Ingredient Christmas Jello Shots

These cute little Christmas party treats are both boozy and tasty! We used flavored vodka so it blends perfectly with the cherry gelatin mix…but be careful! You could also use green jello to make a second batch.

gingerbread flavored jello shot with a mini gingerbread man cookie on top

Gingerbread Jello Shot

These Gingerbread Cookie Jello Shots have all the holidays spices like the cookies or a gingerbread latte.And aren’t they just the cutest with a little gingerbread man on top? Another easy garnish idea is a cinnamon stick!

red and white striped peppermint jello shots

Candy Cane Jello Shots

With colorful red and white layers, just like a candy cane, these cute little shooters just scream Christmas spirit! And they taste amazing too, with a creamy combination of sweet cherry and smooth mint…like a cherry candy cane! (Which was always my favorite!)

green Grinch inspired jello shots with whipped cream and red heart on top

Grinch Jello Shots

Even a grinch would love this fun green jello shot! Topped with whipped cream and a red candy heart.

Non-Alcoholic Christmas Drinks

I always like to have options available for the kids and non-drinkers too. Everyone deserves a special Christmas drink!

hot chocolate bomb and mug of hot cocoa

Classic Hot Chocolate Bombs

Simply drop one in a mug of hot milk to reveal all the ingredients needed to make the perfect hot chocolate. This is the ultimate cocoa making experience. My kids love them!

Peppermint hot cocoa bombs with a mug of hot cocoa

Candy Cane Hot Cocoa Bombs

Made with minty hot cocoa mix, white chocolate, peppermints, and marshmallows, they make a smooth holiday treat that both kids and grown-ups can enjoy together!

Christmas punch in red and green colors, with gumdrops on top

Gumdrop Christmas Punch

A family-friendly sherbet punch that’s topped with whipped cream and gumdrops. It’s a candy flavored treat! (Can be made boozy too!)

Cinderella Cooler Mocktail (bright blue drink) with ingredients listed on image

Cinderella Cooler Mocktail

Sip like a princess with this Cinderella Cooler Mocktail! This cool blue drink is kid-friendly and easy to make with just 3 ingredients! This refreshing mocktail is wintery blue in color and tropical fruit flavored.

mug of peanut butter hot chocolate with whipped cream on top

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate

Like a Reese’s cup in a glass! This slow cooker peanut butter hot chocolate is a decadent treat that’s perfect for warming up after a cold and chilly day! Get cozy by the fire with this amazing cocoa recipe.

hot chocolate in mug and crockpot

Crockpot Mint Hot Chocolate

Creamy and chocolate-y, with a hint of mint, this Andes Mint Hot Chocolate is the perfect winter refreshment. It stays warm in the slow cooker all day so you can enjoy a hot mug of cocoa anytime!

Festive green hot cocoa bombs inspired by the Grinch!

Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs

A bright green hot chocolate bomb with a red heart, inspired by the classic Christmas movie. You’ve never had a cup of hot cocoa quite like this!

two mason jars with keto whipped hot chocolate

Keto Whipped Hot Chocolate

A rich hot cocoa recipe that is so amazing you’d never believe it’s low in carbs! Whipped up for a frothy texture that is unmatchable!

mug of white hot chocolate topped with crushed oreos

Oreo Creme White Hot Chocolate

This extra decadent hot chocolate recipe is made with white chocolate and the creme filling from Oreo cookies. Yes, it is every bit as delicious as it sounds!

 

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