From Cozy to Sparkling: Christmas Cocktails for Every Holiday Celebration

Bubbly, bright, and full of holiday cheer, this Cranberry Mimosa is the perfect blend of sweet and sparkling. Made with crisp champagne, cranberry juice, and a festive rosemary garnish, it’s a simple yet elegant drink that shines at any celebration!

Tangy, vibrant, and full of holiday sparkle, this Pomegranate Margarita puts a festive twist on a classic favorite. Made with tequila, Triple Sec, and pomegranate juice, it’s a sweet-meets-tart sip served in a sugar-rimmed glass with glistening pomegranate arils for the perfect seasonal touch!

Warm, spiced, and richly festive, this Traditional Swedish Glögg is the perfect holiday sipper. Made with red wine, port, brandy, and a fragrant mix of spices and citrus, it’s a cozy, aromatic drink finished with almonds, raisins, and a slice of orange for a beautiful seasonal touch!

Crisp, fragrant, and full of seasonal charm, this Apple Rosemary Gin Fizz is the perfect drink to enjoy through the holidays. Made with fresh apple, gin, and a sprig of rosemary, it’s refreshingly light with an herbal twist that feels both cozy and sophisticated!

Creamy, minty, and irresistibly smooth, this Bailey’s Mint Cocktail is a holiday indulgence in a glass. Made with Irish cream, crème de menthe, and a splash of vodka, it’s a rich and festive sip finished with whipped cream and chocolate chips for a touch of sweetness!

Warm, buttery, and perfectly spiced, this Hot Buttered Rum is the ultimate cozy holiday drink. Made with dark rum, butter, and a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, it’s a rich, comforting classic that feels like a hug in a mug!

Rich, creamy, and full of holiday cheer, this Classic Tom and Jerry Cocktail is an indulgent seasonal treat. Made with a spiced batter, rum, and brandy, it’s finished with a splash of milk and a sprinkle of nutmeg for the perfect festive sip!

This cranberry margarita is a true labor of love. It strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart for a smooth, refreshing drink.

Rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced, this Boozy Eggnog is a classic holiday indulgence. Made with eggs, milk, cream, and a splash of spiced rum, it’s served with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of nutmeg for a festive, comforting sip!

If there’s any flavor that evokes Christmas more than cranberry, it’s peppermint. Luckily, this martini blends them both for a Christmas drink to beat all.

Smooth, creamy, and elegantly spiced, this Brandy Alexander is a classic holiday cocktail with a rich twist. Made with cognac, dark crème de cacao, and cream, it’s shaken to perfection and finished with a sprinkle of nutmeg for a festive, indulgent sip!

Warm, comforting, and full of holiday spice, this Easy Mulled Wine is the perfect winter sipper. Made with everyday sugar and mid-range red wine, it’s a simple, fuss-free way to enjoy a classic festive drink without extra trips to the store!

This Christmas gin cocktail puts a cranberry twist on the classic gimlet. Sugared rosemary and other elegant garnishes take it to the next level.

Warm, spiced, and bursting with holiday flavor, this Boozy Wassail Spiced Cider is a festive crowd-pleaser. Made with apple cider, cranberry and orange juice, and a blend of warming spices, it’s finished with dark rum and optional cinnamon sticks for a cozy, celebratory sip!

Another drink that takes inspiration from a classic summer libation is the Christmas sangria. This one uses all sorts of Christmassy fruits to keep the flavor profile on point for the winter season.

The Jack Frost cocktail looks just like winter in a glass, and it only takes minutes to make. Plus the tropical flavors can offer a much-needed boost in the colder months.

Classic, smooth, and perfectly balanced, this Old Fashioned Cocktail is a timeless holiday favorite. Made with whiskey, bitters, and a touch of simple syrup, it’s finished with a cherry and orange slice for a festive, elegant sip!

Many people don’t realize it, but pomegranates are in season from late fall all the way through December. That means that pomegranate juice is a perfect Christmas flavor, such as in this sparking pomegranate punch.

Inspired by the gin rickey, a classic summertime drink, this one brings in some nice wintery notes. A ginger beer float and cranberry juice mean that the ginger rickey is all about the holidays.

Bright, tangy, and full of holiday flair, this Pomegranate Cosmo Cocktail is a festive twist on the classic cosmopolitan. Made with pomegranate juice, citrus, and vodka, it’s a light, vibrant sip that’s perfect for toasting or casual holiday gatherings!

Bold, zesty, and bursting with festive flavor, this Spicy Margarita Cocktail puts a fiery twist on the classic. Made with fresh jalapeño, tangy lime juice, and smooth tequila, it’s the perfect balance of heat and citrus for adventurous sippers!

With its rich, complex flavor, espresso blends so very well with mint. This makes an espresso martini the perfect vehicle for some candy-cane inspired peppermint flavor.

Outback’s gingerbread martini is already a classic drink Christmas drink, but not everyone has the time or the inclination for a trip to the restaurant. Luckily this copycat is simple enough to whip up at home in five minutes.

This Christmas cocktail blends fresh ingredients with good quality bourbon, and it comes with a surprise. The cabernet float on top looks just amazing.

This gin cocktail is loaded with cranberries, of course. But it also sneaks in some more holiday flavor with a touch (and a garnish) of rosemary.

The Santa’s Hat comes with the standard Christmas flavors like cranberry, sure. But what really brings the holiday spirit is the bright red color, combined with a coconut rimmer to look just like Santa’s hat.

Christmas morning punch is quick and easy to put together, perfect for a morning of festivities. It blends ginger with sparkling wine, fruit flavors, and even just a little mint.

This drink takes a Manhattan and throws a string of lights on it. The addition of ginger-cinnamon-cardamom-infused syrup makes it so very Christmassy.

Speaking of classic drinks given a festive makeover, there’s the Old Fashioned. This Christmas upgrade brings in flavors like cranberries and cinnamon, to name a couple.

Who knows, maybe the Grinch wouldn’t have been such a grouch if he’d have had one of his namesake drinks. Sparkling wine and OJ combine with a special ingredient to give it this green, grinchy color.

Clementines are another fruit that is in season right at the peak of the Christmas season. Fresh-squeezed juice is the secret weapon in this tasty Christmas margarita.

For the perfect add-in to all sorts of Christmas drinks, look no further than this gingerbread liqueur. It’s a homemade liqueur with all the wonderful spices of gingerbread packed into it.

Really go the extra mile this Christmas with these gingerbread jello shots. Make actual gingerbread jello, along with some Irish cream to keep things interesting.

Peppermint and cranberry might seem like an odd combination, but this drink pulls it off. Changing up the Moscow mule in this way brings in all the Christmas vibes.