16 Christmas Cocktails Guaranteed to Get Everyone in the Holiday Spirit
Whether you prefer rum, vodka or bourbon, we've got a tipple to tickle your fancy!
With all the hustle and bustle during the holiday season, sometimes you just want to kick back, relax and enjoy a festive tipple by the fire. That’s why the First for Women test kitchen pros have gathered their favorite recipes for Christmas cocktails that are as easy to make as they are delicious to sip. Whether you prefer vodka, gin or bourbon, there’s something for everyone, from cool and creamy to warm and cozy. Just keep scrolling to find you favorite or simply gather friends and family and try ‘em all!
16 easy recipes for Christmas cocktails
After all the shopping, wrapping and holiday baking, take time to enjoy a festive libation with loved ones. Need a delicious snack to serve with your sip? Check out these creamy Baked Brie recipes.
Christmas bourbon cocktails
1. Orange-Spiced Mulled Wine
A splash of bourbon makes this pitcher drink perfect for sipping by the fire.
2. Spiked Christmas Coffee
Our after-dinner pick-me-up comes all dressed up for the holiday festivities.
3. Bourbon-Spiced Apple Cider
Apple bourbon and mulling spices transform this seasonal favorite into an adults-only winter warmer.
4. Merry Berry Blitz
A splash of raspberry-flavored brandy upgrades an ordinary whiskey sour into a berry-licious beverage.
5. Creamy Cinnamon Eggnog
Warm spices and frothy steamed milk turn the classic holiday beverage into a festive new favorite.
6. Apple Pie Refresher
Our spiked apple cider punch is extra festive served with a sugared rim and spice garnish.
Christmas gin cocktails
7. Raspberry Gin and Tonic
This fruity spin on the classic sipper is a standout refresher.
8. Christmas Collins
This twist on a classic gets its festive color from a splash of maraschino cherry juice.
9. Cran-Rosemary Cooler
Just a handful of ingredients is all it takes to shake up this holiday refresher.
10. Cranberry Gin Fizz
Our easy-prep syrup comes together with only 3 ingredients — make an extra batch to stir into club soda or mocktails.
11. Ruby Reindeer Cocktail
Rosemary-infused simple syrup adds a savory-sweet note to our take on a Salty Dog.
Christmas vodka cocktails
12. North Pole Martinis
These tipples flavored with decadent chocolate or sweet-tart pomegranate will liven up the festivities.
13. Peppermint Twist
Crushed candy cane and peppermint schnapps make this pretty-in-pink drink even more creamy cool.
14. Snappy Ginger RumChata
For an adult version of cookies and milk, we spiced this shake with gingersnaps and spiked it with creamy sweet liqueur.
15. White & Milk Chocolatinis
Whether you’re a chocolate lover or a vanilla fan, these silky-smooth sips are guaranteed to satisfy.
16. Winter White Russians
This silky-smooth blender drink is simply decadent — perfect for the holidays.
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