8 Cocktails to up Your Christmas Spirit

christmas cocktail recipes

Up your Christmas spirit while sipping on one of these festive cocktails. They put a holiday twist on classic drinks like a martini, margarita, and a hot toddy. Sip on any of these Christmas cocktails while wrapping last-minute gifts or waiting for Santa. They’ll bring a little more cheer to Christmas Day too.


Mistletoe Martini

“This mistletoe martini recipe is a delight. Not only is it different from your average martini, but it’s also simple and delicious. The combination of cherry brandy with the sweet and sour flavors gives this martini a special taste that continues to satisfy with each sip.” – Elaine


Drunken Snowman Cocktail

“A Drunken Snowman is an adult beverage that combines two types of chocolate, ice cream, hot chocolate, Baileys, and whipped cream. With ingredients like that, I am not sure how this recipe could fail! (Don’t worry–it won’t fail.) It’s perfect for these cold winter months and delightful to sip while sitting next to a warm fire.” – Amanda


Gingerbread White Russian

“Officially kicking off the holiday season with this cozy Gingerbread White Russian. Homemade ginger and cinnamon simple syrup, mixed with the classic White Russian ingredients of vodka, Kahlúa, and heavy cream. This is the perfect holiday twist on the classic White Russian cocktail, and it’s a delicious holiday treat!” – Tieghan


White Chocolate Peppermint Martini

“Cheers to another holiday season! Today we’re shaking up this gorgeous White Chocolate Peppermint Martini. It’s a deliciously sweet and creamy cocktail with a peppermint twist.” – Michael


Caramel Apple Hot Toddy Cocktail

“The delicious mix of vodka, bourbon, and apple cider will keep you warm and cozy in those freezing cold temperatures. This apple cider hot toddy is so warming, comforting, and tasty. It’s a festive Christmas cocktail that can’t be beat!” – Becky


Sweet and Rich Hot Buttered Bourbon

“This Hot Buttered Bourbon is the ultimate warm winter drink. You could serve this as a Christmas cocktail, or over New Year to welcome guests in from the cold. It is so easy to make, with the rich taste of brown sugar.” – Claire


Saint Nickarita Christmas Margarita

“Cranberry and lime flavors come together with tequila for the most amazing Saint Nickarita Christmas Margarita!” – Erin


Holiday Cranberry Gin Fizz Cocktail

“There is something just supremely festive about a bubbly cocktail for the holidays, don’t you think? This gin fizz not only has super satisfying bubbles, but it also has a beautiful layer of sweet foam on top that looks like fresh fallen snow!” – Cassie