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Christmas Drinks

Updated: Dec 12, 2024 · Published: Nov 24, 2022 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 10 Comments

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Christmas drinks collage with a text title overlay.

We have chosen a selection of the BEST Christmas drink recipes that will have you merry and bright and Ho-Ho-Hoing into the New Year. 25 festive drinks including warming drinks, colourful cocktails and everything mulled. It's the season to be jolly and these Christmas drinks will certainly get you in the mood.

A collage of four Christmas drinks.

Whether you want a festive cocktail, something warm and spiced or a big mug of Christmas hot chocolate - this Christmas drinks round up has something for everyone. There are sweet drinks, tart drinks, fruity drinks and indulgent chocolate drinks.

Maybe pair one (or more) of these festive drinks with your Christmas dinner. Take a look at our ultimate Christmas Dinner Meal Plan.

If you are entertaining this Christmas season, then why not give some of these Christmas drinks a try to impress your guests? There are plenty of options for those not drinking alcohol too. Our personal favourite is the Christmas punch below. So fruity and goes down WAY too easily!

Christmas Punch

4.93 from 13 votes
Christmas Punch - the perfect festive drink! Bursting with cranberry, pomegranate and orange, spiked with rum and prosecco.
Here's the recipe for Christmas Punch
Christmas Punch next to some fresh cranberries and orange slices.
A jug and two glasses of fruit punch surrounded by Christmas decorations.

Baileys Hot Chocolate

4.88 from 8 votes
Baileys Hot Chocolate is a thick, rich, creamy and luxurious hot chocolate. It's something a little bit special to serve up to your guests at Christmas.
Here's the recipe for Baileys Hot Chocolate
Two glasses of Baileys Hot Chocolate topped with cream.
Two glasses of cream topped hot chocolate in front of a bottle of Baileys.

Mulled Cider

5 from 6 votes
Wrap your hands around a warm mug of mulled cider full of cinnamon, cloves & orange flavours! This easy recipe will make the perfect Christmas drink!
Here's the recipe for Mulled Cider
Two glasses of mulled cider.
Two glasses of mulled cider next to some oranges and cinnamon sticks.

Vegan Eggnog

5 from 2 votes
Celebrate the festive season with our delicious vegan eggnog - coconut and almond milk, sweetened with maple syrup and then some warming spices added.
Here's the recipe for Vegan Eggnog
Two glasses of vegan eggnog.
Two glasses of eggnog next to various Christmas decorations.

Easy Hot Chocolate Spoons

4.96 from 21 votes
Hot Chocolate Spoons are so easy to make, with lots of different topping possibilities, and they make a lovely homemade gift.
Here's the recipe for Easy Hot Chocolate Spoons
Hot chocolate spoons next to a mug of hot chocolate.
Two large mugs of hot chocolate, one topped with cream.

Slow Cooker Mulled Wine

5 from 23 votes
The best slow cooker mulled wine recipe! Just 1 minute to prepare and only 7 ingredients needed. Zesty orange, cinnamon and gin flavours.
Here's the recipe for Slow Cooker Mulled Wine
Slow Cooker Mulled Wine in tumblers with cranberries and orange slices.
Two glasses of mulled wine surrounded by fruit and Christmas decorations.

Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

5 from 19 votes
This easy, creamy and indulgent hot chocolate is made in the slow cooker for the perfect winter warmer drink.
Here's the recipe for Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate
Slow cooker hot chocolate next to a red towel and a stack of pink doughnuts.
Two festive mugs topped with whipped cream, marshmallows and cocoa powder.

Christmas Snowman Hot Chocolate

5 from 32 votes
A hot chocolate on Christmas Eve is a must and kids are going to love this Christmas Snowman Hot Chocolate.
Here's the recipe for Christmas Snowman Hot Chocolate
A Christmas Snowman Hot Chocolate surrounded by fairy lights.
Two mugs of hot chocolate topped with marshmallow snowmen.

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

5 from 43 votes
This lightened up Healthy Peppermint Hot Chocolate has less sugar than most. That hint of peppermint is sure to get you in the festive mood.
Here's the recipe for Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Two latte glasses filled with peppermint hot chocolate.
Two tall glasses of hot chocolate topped with cream and candy canes.

Mulled Apple Juice

4.90 from 59 votes
This Mulled Hot Apple Drink tastes just like mulled cider, with all the festive spices, but without any of the alcohol (or as many calories).
Here's the recipe for Mulled Apple Juice
Christmas glasses containing Mulled Hot Apple Juice . An apple, cracker and red towel are in the background.
Mulled apple juice in Christmas glasses.

Cranberry Smoothie

4.94 from 32 votes
This Cranberry Smoothie is the perfect way to use cranberries. Enjoy, cinnamon, ginger and the tartness of cranberries for the ultimate winter smoothie!
Here's the recipe for Cranberry Smoothie
Cranberry Smoothie in a tall glass decorated with stars.
Tall Christmas glasses filled with cranberry smoothie.

Mistletoe Margarita

This festive Mistletoe Margarita is perfect for a holiday party or a Christmasy happy hour at home! It's made tequila reposado and an incredible spiced cranberry-agave syrup!
Here's the recipe for Mistletoe Margarita
Mistletoe Margarita
A margarita cocktail with frozen cranberries and sprigs of rosemary.

Gingerbread Spiced Mulled Wine

Perfectly balanced between sweet and spiced, warming, extra boozy, and so delicious! This Gingerbread Spiced Mulled Wine tastes just like a gingerbread cookie, but even better. Perfect for holiday entertaining or just to sip on during the winter!
Here's the recipe for Gingerbread Spiced Mulled Wine
Gingerbread Spiced Mulled Wine
Two glass mugs of mulled wine with small gingerbread men on them.

Cranberry Moscow Mules

The perfect holiday cocktail, Cranberry Moscow Mules are easy to make and festive to drink. Cranberry juice, vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer combine to make a delicious drink you’ll want anytime of the year.
Here's the recipe for Cranberry Moscow Mules
Cranberry Moscow Mules
A copper coloured mug containing a mule cocktail, lime slice, cranberries and rosemary.

Nutmeg Milk

Cozy and warming, this nutmeg milk has all the Christmas feels with flavourful spice and a little maple syrup. Very easy to make with just four ingredients, it comes together in 10 minutes.
Here's the recipe for Nutmeg Milk
Nutmeg Milk
A tea cup full of milk with a sprinkling of ground nutmeg on top.

Christmas Cosmopolitan

If you are looking for the perfect cocktail to serve during the festive season, look no further than this Christmas Cosmopolitan. It is a great way to begin a celebration and you can be certain that it is a crowd pleaser.
Here's the recipe for Christmas Cosmopolitan
Christmas Cosmopolitan
A cocktail shaker pouring a red cocktail into a martini glass.

How to Make Wassail

Learning how to make wassail is easy! Create a delicious, festive, drink with just a few ingredients and a little bit of time.
Here's the recipe for How to Make Wassail
How to Make Wassail
Two mason jars containing a yellow cocktail with chocolate shavings on top.

Hot Spiced Christmas Tea

Warm up on a chilly winter morning with this fragrant spiced tea. Or serve it as part of a Christmas Afternoon Tea or holiday brunch.
Here's the recipe for Hot Spiced Christmas Tea
Hot Spiced Christmas Tea
A glass of orange coloured tea with a lemon slice and a cinnamon stick.

Festive Cake Batter Shots

These festive cake batter shots with sprinkles are chock-full of holiday flavour and flare that easily convert from aperitif to after-dinner cocktails.
Here's the recipe for Festive Cake Batter Shots
Festive Cake Batter Shots
Five shot glasses containing a creamy drink decorated with red and green sprinkles.

Christmas Sangria

Christmas Sangria is the perfect holiday drink that is sure to bring some yuletide cheer! Filled with notes of cinnamon, orange and pomegranate- this wonderful sangria tastes like the essence of winter wonder in the form of a beautiful, delicious drink.
Here's the recipe for Christmas Sangria
Christmas Sangria
Two glasses of dark red sangria with orange slices, cinnamon sticks and sprigs of rosemary.

Spiced Pineapple Hot Buttered Rum Toddy

The distinctive flavours of ginger, vanilla, black spiced rum, and RumChata combine with a hint of nutmeg and all the delicious appeal of eggnog in this recipe. These Christmas or holiday creamy eggnog pudding shots are a great way of getting any party started.
Here's the recipe for Spiced Pineapple Hot Buttered Rum Toddy
Spiced Pineapple Hot Buttered Rum Toddy
Two tall glasses of dark orange drink topped with pineapple chunks and a cherry.

Ukrainian Christmas Uzvar

Ukrainian Christmas Uzvar is a traditional Ukrainian winter drink made with dried fruits, sugar, and spices. This moderately sweet fruit compote is one of the 12 dishes served on a Christmas Eve Dinner.
Here's the recipe for Ukrainian Christmas Uzvar
Ukrainian Christmas Uzvar
A translucent yellow drink in a glass.

German Mulled Wine (Glühwein)

Warm up with a mug of warmly spiced gluhwein this holiday season. With hints of cinnamon, orange, and clove, German mulled wine not only tastes delicious but makes the whole house smell like Christmas too!
Here's the recipe for German Mulled Wine (Glühwein)
German Mulled Wine (Glühwein)
Two glasses of glühwein with orange slices and cinnamon sticks.

Grinch Mimosa - Tabetha’s Table

No better way to kick off the holiday season than with this Grinch Mimosa! Blue sparkling wine turns Grinch green with just a little OJ.
Here's the recipe for Grinch Mimosa - Tabetha’s Table
Grinch Mimosa - Tabetha’s Table
A tall glass filled with a vibrant green drink decorated with yellow sugar around the rim.

Cranberry Ginger Ale Punch

You just need 1 minute to make this sparkling non-alcoholic Cranberry Ginger Ale punch! It's the perfect mocktail for all your holiday gatherings and easy to prep ahead.
Here's the recipe for Cranberry Ginger Ale Punch
Cranberry Ginger Ale Punch
Three glasses of a deep red drink.

Warm Sugar Plum Winter Cocktail

The holidays call for cozy, warm drinks, and you can enjoy the cozy goodness until the frost breaks for spring. A favourite winter cocktail is a Warm Sugar Plum, which is loaded with the same flavours as traditional sugar plum candy.
Here's the recipe for Warm Sugar Plum Winter Cocktail
Warm Sugar Plum Winter Cocktail
Two glass mugs containing a dark drink with lemon peel and cinnamon sticks on top.

Instant Pot Cranberry Orange Juice

Simple, delicious and rich in antioxidants– this Instant Pot Cranberry Orange Juice recipe comes together in little time without too much fuss! It makes the perfect hot drink to enjoy during the holiday season!
Here's the recipe for Instant Pot Cranberry Orange Juice
Instant Pot Cranberry Orange Juice
A glass mug containing a pink drink with half an orange slice.

Cheers to you this Christmas! May it be filled with joy and love. We hope that you found a few new Christmas drink recipes to try, but please remember to always drink responsibly.

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

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If you’ve tried any of these Christmas drinks, please leave a comment below.
Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - Use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

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Comments

  1. Taylor says

    December 01, 2022 at 8:58 pm

    Those hot chocolate spoons look amazing! Can’t wait to make them with the kids!

    Reply
  2. Michelle says

    December 01, 2022 at 8:24 pm

    These all look amazing! I think I'll try the margarita first!

    Reply
  3. Jess says

    December 01, 2022 at 7:49 pm

    I am having a Christmas party next week and was on the hunt for some drink recipes to serve. My hunt is over! So glad I found your list!

    Reply
  4. Nathan says

    December 01, 2022 at 7:34 pm

    Incredible collection of cocktails! That Baileys hot chocolate is calling my name and I'll absolutely be making one for myself as soon as I gt my hands on some Baileys!

    Reply
  5. Beth says

    December 01, 2022 at 7:11 pm

    So many great drink recipes - it's a good thing there are so many holiday parties to try each one!

    Reply
  6. Nikki says

    December 01, 2022 at 4:55 pm

    They all look so pretty and sound delicious. I'm especially interested in all the mulled recipes.

    Reply
  7. Beth says

    December 01, 2022 at 4:12 pm

    Oh, yes. Talk about a holly jolly Christmas. All of these look delicious.

    Reply
  8. Jen says

    December 01, 2022 at 2:58 pm

    This is such an amazing list!! Everything in here is so perfect for the holidays!

    Reply
  9. Toni says

    December 01, 2022 at 2:47 pm

    I love all these!! They are all so festive and amazing!! Thanks for the recipes!

    Reply
  10. Tayler says

    December 01, 2022 at 2:28 pm

    There are so many great options in this list! I especially can't wait to try the mulled apple juice!

    Reply

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