Christmas Drink Recipes

Make everyone merry with more than 260 Christmas drinks for all ages, from eggnog and hot chocolate to Christmas cocktails and mulled wine.

Staff Picks

Hot Cinnamon Apple Brandy Cider

Rating: 4.75 stars
2
This sweet, delightful hot cinnamon apple brandy cider is spiced with freshly squeezed apple cider, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon!
By Culinary Envy

Amazingly Good Eggnog

Rating: 4.73 stars
876
It's taken me several years to perfect this homemade eggnog recipe. Now everyone asks, 'When are you making the eggnog?!' This uses cooked eggs for safety, and you can use more or less rum to taste. It's a bit of work to make, but well worth it. You'll never buy store-bought eggnog again! Enjoy!
By NATALIESMOM

Red Wine Hot Chocolate

Chocolate and red wine are two things that go so well together. Combining them on a cold winter night and topping it off with a creamy froth and a sprinkle of grated chocolate will make you feel all warm and cozy inside.
By Kim's Cooking Now

Cranberry-Pomegranate Mimosa

Rating: 5 stars
1
These cranberry-pomegranate mimosas are great for your holiday get-togethers and cocktail parties, or for just spreading holiday cheer!
By Melinda

Chef John's Hot Buttered Rum

While eggnog gets a lot more press, hot buttered rum is the ultimate festive holiday drink. So rich, so delicious, so satisfying, and super easy to make.
By Chef John

Hot Apple Cider

Rating: 4.78 stars
196
Nothing beats a mug of hot cider on a cold winter day. This recipe is great as it calls for fresh apple cider and pure maple syrup. Start with only 6 strips each of the orange and lemon peel, and adjust to taste.
By Angel

Jack Frost Cocktails

These Jack Frost cocktails with champagne are a holiday favorite in the making!
By djmenson

Mexican Christmas Punch (Ponche Navideno)

This traditional Mexican fruit punch is spiked with rum and best served during the Christmas season. Garnish each mug with a fresh hibiscus flower and a sugar cane (or cinnamon) stick.
By FOODBEAST

Gingerbread Latte

Rating: 5 stars
14
If you have an espresso maker in your home or office, you can whip up this spicy seasonal favorite.
By THEARIZONA BULEYS

Cioccolata Calda (Hot Chocolate Italian-Style)

Rating: 4.39 stars
70
Hot chocolate Italian-style is one of the most amazing treats in the world! You have to try this pudding-like chocolate decadence! Add some Irish cream, cinnamon, and whipped cream for a fun variation, or create your own!
By nikwik

Cozy Mulled Wine

Rating: 4.64 stars
18
Feel all warm and fuzzy this season with this satisfying treat! Quick and easy too! Ladle into glass or mug, trying not to get the seasonings in it, and drink up!
By brittmichelle

Hot Cocoa Mix

Rating: 4.24 stars
236
I make this at the beginning of the cold weather, and have it ready all winter. Vary the flavor of your mix by trying flavored nondairy creamer; I like the cinnamon.
By Earla Taylor
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Inspiration and Ideas

Candy Cane Cocoa

Candy Cane Cocoa
Rating: Unrated
104
“What a yummy mug of cocoa! Great chocolate flavor with subtle peppermint too." – PULLEYHEATHER
9 Cranberry Cocktails

9 Cranberry Cocktails
The holidays are here—it's showtime for the humble cranberry once again.
Surprisingly Delicious Christmas Cookie and Cocktail Pairings

Surprisingly Delicious Christmas Cookie and Cocktail Pairings
Hot Buttered Rum Punch

Hot Buttered Rum Punch
Rating: Unrated
2
Holiday Mimosa

Holiday Mimosa
Rating: Unrated
21
10 Christmas Cocktails With Vodka

10 Christmas Cocktails With Vodka

Hot Buttered Rum Batter

Rating: 4.74 stars
309

This is THE batter to use for absolutely delicious and buttery Hot Buttered Rums! You can keep this in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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Lion House Wassail

Rating: 4.68 stars
47
This recipe is great to have with or after Christmas dinner. It's one of our Christmas traditions.
By Audrey Wariner

Eggnog Russian

Rating: 4.63 stars
21
This is my holiday version of a white Russian. It is smooth, almost chocolaty, and not overpowering.
By BAMATT

Cranberry Wassail

Rating: 4.7 stars
25
This is a traditional spiced holiday drink with an added twist. Enjoy this wonderful wassail for a cold winter day or to serve at Christmas parties.
By Miss Blurton

Mimosa

Rating: 4.61 stars
91
A traditional brunch beverage. Enjoy this light delight on Mother's Day, Christmas, or any special occasion.
By Jodi Hamrick

Apple Pie Moonshine

Rating: 4.48 stars
49
Great tasting apple pie in a jar but it does pack quite a kick if your not careful. The longer it sits in the fridge the better it seems to get. Makes a great gift.
By STASH

Original Irish Cream

Rating: 4.65 stars
585
Irish whiskey mixed with cream and sugar with hints of coffee, chocolate, vanilla, and almond. Will keep for 2 months if refrigerated.
By Mom

Luscious Slush Punch

Rating: 4.84 stars
1121
This is without a doubt the best punch I've ever had! Makes enough for 2 punch bowls. This is our Christmas Eve punch tradition, and there is never a drop left!
By Valerie Cain Cuff

Russian Tea

Rating: 4.63 stars
102
I love this tangy beverage on a cold winter's morning when I want something tasty and hot, but don't want coffee! It makes a great gift from your kitchen, too! If calories are your concern, use an artificially sweetened orange drink mix, eliminate the sugar and sweeten to taste with sugar substitute.
By Paula

Chai Tea Mix

Rating: 4.75 stars
875
Instant Chai tea mix. You can spice it up even further by adding 1 teaspoon nutmeg and allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.
By Jo

Gluehwein

Rating: 4.76 stars
216
Gluehwein is a German/Austrian winter-holiday drink that most tourists know as an after-ski drink. After you come in out of the snow, it is supposed to make you glow with warmth again. Watch it: Since you drink this wine warm, the alcohol goes to your head extra quick! Drink when you really have come in, and do not have to go out again! This is the one my father used to make for New Year's Eve.
By ELSE

Chocolate Bar Hot Chocolate

Rating: 4.74 stars
18
I wanted to use up some full-size chocolate bars leftover from Halloween and decided to make hot chocolate out of one. The result was fabulous!
By Duckball

Amaretto

Rating: 4.79 stars
254
This is really right on for Amaretto!! It's hard to tell it from the real thing!
By Marjory

Kahlua® Homemade

Rating: 5 stars
4
This recipe I love to make around Thanksgiving to drink or give as presents at Christmastime. The longer you wait the better it is, try and wait 4 weeks. I got this recipe from one of my own concoctions from trying several different recipes.
By littleimages

Creamy Limoncello

Rating: 4.42 stars
26
A delicious lemony treat without the bite of regular limoncello. This makes great Christmas gifts!
By Nikki

Apple Pie Shot

Rating: 3.79 stars
30
This is a mouthwatering vodka shot that tastes just like Mom's apple pie. Put entire shot in your mouth and swish back and forth a few times before swallowing.
By AGS63

Cranberry Martini

Rating: 4.6 stars
70
I had this cranberry martini recipe at a holiday party and everyone loved it. The cranberry juice mixes nicely with the liquor. It's a perfect smooth drink.
By Ed Grivner

Sparkling Punch

Rating: 4.8 stars
238
Sparkling apple cider, fresh orange juice, and lemonade concentrate blend into light and refreshing non-alcoholic punch in this easy recipe.
By Mathilda

Fruity Pebbles™ the Drink

Rating: 4.44 stars
9
My friend, Jane, shared this recipe at our Christmas Bash 2014. It was enjoyed by all. It is very simple to make this recipe as an adult version or a kid-friendly version. Serve over ice. Cheers!
By Molly

Old-Fashioned Swedish Glogg

Rating: 4.81 stars
25
My grandfather brought this recipe over from Sweden in 1921. We still use it today. God Jul.
By Judy

Cappuccino Mix

Rating: 4.51 stars
58
Here is a homemade dry cappuccino mix in a jar. Make it for yourself, or give it as a gift.
By Git

Instant Russian Tea

Rating: 4.53 stars
59
This is an instant tea mix that can be given as a gift in a large jar. It tastes like mulled cider.
By Laura

Cranberry Sangria

Rating: 4.53 stars
20
I came up with this while playing around with sangria recipes. It has now become a traditional beverage at Thanksgiving and Christmas; my family actually got upset the one time I didn't make it!
By Cathy K

Pumpkin Spice Martini

Rating: 4.48 stars
48
A fun, delicious cocktail for your next holiday gathering. A good friend shared this great idea!
By Shecan2cook

Coquito

Rating: 4.74 stars
298
Very yummy creamy tropical coconut eggnog made with spices and white rum. It is always requested at my holiday gatherings. (And sometimes gets selfishly hidden in the fridge by the hostess.) Serve in glass cups and sprinkle with more cinnamon if desired. Feliz Navidad!
By Brandy
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