10 Christmas Party Drinks

Celebrate the magic of the season with Christmas party drinks and cocktails that bring warmth, sparkle, and a touch of holiday wonder to every gathering.

Whether you’re hosting an intimate night in by the tree or a lively Christmas party with friends, festive drinks set the mood and make every moment feel a little more joyful.

From nostalgic flavors to modern twists, each cocktail is crafted to inspire connection, cheer, and a bit of holiday indulgence.

On this page you’ll find 10 delightful Christmas party drinks designed to suit every taste.

Sip on the romantic Komfy Kiss Martini, embrace the warmth and charm of the Plaid Blanket Old Fashioned, or toast winter magic with the shimmering Snowfall Spritz. For those who love dessert in a glass, the White Chocolate Peppermint Martini offers the perfect sweet finish.

Explore, experiment, and raise a glass to a truly memorable holiday season.

Christmas cocktails

1. Komfy Kiss Martini

Flavor: Cranberry and vanilla sparkle

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ oz vanilla vodka
• ½ oz triple sec
• 2 oz white cranberry juice
• Splash of lime juice
• Garnish: sugared cranberries and a sprig of rosemary

Instructions: Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a sugar-rimmed martini glass, and garnish. The sugared rim and rosemary look like frosted mistletoe.

2. Snowfall Spritz

Flavor: Light, bubbly, and citrusy

Ingredients:

• 3 oz prosecco
• 1 oz elderflower liqueur (like St-Germain)
• 1 oz white cranberry juice
• Garnish: frozen cranberries and edible glitter (optional)

Instructions: Pour the prosecco, elderflower liqueur, and cranberry juice over ice in a stemmed glass. Stir gently.

3. North Pole Negroni

Flavor: Bold, festive twist on a classic

Ingredients:

• 1 oz gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz sweet vermouth
• ½ oz blood orange juice
• Garnish: dehydrated orange slice

Instructions: Stir all ingredients with ice, strain into a rocks glass over a large cube, and garnish.

4. White Chocolate Peppermint Martini

Flavor: Dessert cocktail, creamy and indulgent

Ingredients:

• 1 oz vanilla vodka
• 1 oz white crème de cacao
• 1 oz peppermint schnapps
• 1 oz half and half or cream
• Garnish: crushed candy cane rim

Instructions: Shake with ice and strain into a chilled glass. Perfect for dessert hour or after dinner.

5. Hot Cinnamon Cider Toddy

Flavor: Warm, spiced, and comforting

Ingredients:

• 2 oz spiced rum or bourbon
• ½ oz honey
• 4 oz hot apple cider
• Cinnamon stick and star anise for garnish

Instructions: Combine rum, honey, and cider in a mug. Stir until the honey dissolves. Garnish with cinnamon and star anise.

6. Fireside Mulled Wine

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle of dry red wine
• ¼ cup brandy
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 orange (sliced)
• 4 whole cloves, 2 cinnamon sticks, 3 star anise
• Optional garnish: orange peel, cinnamon stick

Directions: Combine all ingredients in a pot. Simmer on low for 20 to 30 minutes (do not boil). Strain, pour into mugs, and garnish.

Suggestion: Serve in rustic mugs with a cinnamon stick stirrer.

7. Plaid Blanket Old Fashioned

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
• ½ oz maple syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Orange peel twist

Directions: Stir the bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters with ice. Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube. Express orange peel oils and drop into drink.

Suggestion: Garnish with a tiny sprig of rosemary for a woodsy aroma.

8. Toasted Marshmallow Hot Cocoa

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 oz Baileys or Kahlúa (optional for adults)
• Garnish: mini marshmallows or a toasted marshmallow

Directions: Heat milk, cocoa, sugar, and vanilla until steamy. Whisk well, pour into mugs, and top with marshmallows. Torch the top for that campfire toast.

Suggestion: Serve with a peppermint stick stirrer.

9. Cranberry Gin Fizz

Flavor: Light, sparkling, and festive red!

Ingredients:

• 2 oz gin or vodka
• 1 oz cranberry juice
• ½ oz lime juice
• ½ oz simple syrup
• Club soda to top
• Fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs

Directions: Shake gin, cranberry juice, lime, and syrup with ice. Strain into glass and top with soda. Garnish with rosemary and cranberries.

10. Spiked Apple Cider Toddy

Flavor: The definition of cozy in a cup.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz dark rum or bourbon
• 4 oz warm apple cider
• 1 tsp honey
• Cinnamon stick and apple slice

Directions: Stir honey into warm cider. Add liquor, pour into mug, and garnish with apple slice.