20 Best Holiday co*cktail Recipes (2024)

The 20 BEST holiday co*cktail recipes for fall, Halloween, Christmas, and New Years! You’ll love these festive holiday co*cktails for your next party whether you’re making drinks for a crowd or serving holiday co*cktails by the glass.

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Best Holiday co*cktail Recipes

It’s the co*cktails during the holidays for me! Honestly, though, good and easy co*cktails are a basic ingredient to the holiday season, you’re not doing it right if you don’t make them. I already know this year being trapped inside I’ll be spending a good deal making co*cktail recipes and pretending I’m the seasonal bartender for the family.

It wasn’t Fall, Christmas, or New Years, but actually Valentine’s this year, I scored at hosting a Galentine’s with the most fabulous drinks! It was awesome. I took an idea from Pinterest including champagne and cotton candy (fun right?). The drink was so simple but SO freaking cute and got so many compliments.

You literally don’t have to mix things to make a crowd-pleasing drink, it can just be the presentation of it. I loved creating something that everyone was excited about. The holiday season is a perfect excuse to get creative with beverages and some of the best holiday co*cktail drink recipes!

This article will have you ready for all the holiday fun. You’ll find an assortment of the best holiday co*cktails recipes for Halloween and Fall time, Christmas, and New Year’s recipes. Whether you’re in the mood to make something simple or boujiee, classy or fancy, these co*cktail ideas are for you!

Halloween co*cktails

There is no better way to start off the holiday season than with co*cktails and one of the best times is Halloween! Here’s our favorite 5 best holiday co*cktail recipes for Halloween.

You can stay in and get creative with so many drinks and have reason to host fun co*cktail nights for your family and friends! Impress them with delicious and easy to make drinks that will entice them to come over again.

Halloween Rum co*cktail

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“ThisStormy Hallows Eve Rum Halloween co*cktail is incredibly simple to make and packed full of flavor with a little sparkle. Perfect for Halloween!” Add luster dust to make them sparkle!

Image & Recipe: Halloween Rum co*cktail | Three Olives Branch

Maleficent Halloween co*cktail

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Even though it’s inspired by a vengeful fairy, this beautiful shimmering Maleficent Halloween co*cktailis anything but scary! Our delicious purple Maleficent drink is a show-stopper and guaranteed to be the hit of any party!”

Image & Recipe:Maleficent Halloween co*cktail

The Grave Digger co*cktail

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The Grave Digger co*cktail can be quickly made up for a crowd or for solo sipping for a ghoulishly good time! This Halloween co*cktail is a refreshing, fizzy fall co*cktail perfect for celebrating.”

Image & Recipe:The Grave Digger co*cktail

Bloody Shirley Temples

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“These Bloody Shirley Temples are perfect for a Halloween party and so easy to make, too. Plus, your younger guests get to take home a fake syringe. It may not seem like a big deal to you, but I guarantee the little take away will make their day.”

Image & Recipe:Bloody Shirley Temples

The Hocus Pocus Halloween co*cktail

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Bring in the Halloween season with a simple Hocus Pocus Halloween co*cktail! This is a fun drink to make your friends and family and will get them in the Halloween spirit.

Image & Recipe:Hocus Pocus Halloween co*cktail

Fall Inspired co*cktails

Fall is everything in the holiday co*cktail season, here are 5 of the best holiday co*cktails for fall! You can make the simplest drinks for a party or a nice co*cktail for a cozy night in.

Making co*cktails for fall already has me wanting to get creative for the holidays, I’m definitely guilty of making drinks most nights! But this time of the year does that right? A splash of Baileys there, some pumpkin here, fall co*cktails are so fun!

The White Pumpkin co*cktail

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“Want to keep Halloween classy? Try this elegant little vanilla, honey, pumpkin-spiced White Pumpkin co*cktail at your next co*cktail party.”

Image & Recipe:White Pumpkin co*cktail

Apple Cider Sangria

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Apple Cider Sangria is the perfect way to enjoy sangria on a crisp Fall night! It’s also one of my favorite co*cktails to serve at a party, setting up a do-it-yourself sangria bar is a fun way to get your friends involved, and also give you a break from the bar!”

Image & Recipe:Apple Cider Sangria

Campfire co*cktail for Fall

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“I’m not really sure if toasted marshmallows are a summer snack or fall food. But there’s also nothing better than being bundled up around a campfire when the sun starts to set early while wearing your favorite sweater and trying to roast your marshmallow just perfectly..”

Image & recipe:Campfire co*cktail

Pumpkin Pie Martini

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“It’s a delicious combination of thick and creamy pumpkin pie spiced creme liqueur and vanilla vodka. Topped with a squirt of Reddi-wip you’re reddi to celebrate the turkey holiday.”

Image & Recipe:Pumpkin Pie Martini

Vanilla Chai Old Fashioned

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“Cozying up with this Vanilla Chai Old Fashioned. Homemade spiced chai simple syrup, mixed with warming bourbon, winter citrus, a touch of vanilla, and fizzy sparkling water. This old fashioned makes for the most perfect cozy fall and winter co*cktail that everyone will love.”

Image & Recipe:Vanilla Chai Old Fashioned

Christmas co*cktails

One of my all favorite times of the year for co*cktail making, CHRISTMAS. OH WHAT FUN IT IS to make drinks on a winter night! The fun part about Christmas drinks is you can make a range of them, anything to go with the holiday theme or anything fancy. Enjoy 5 of the best holiday co*cktails here!

Santa’s Hat co*cktail

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“What better way to bring on the good cheer than with a Christmas co*cktail named after the jolly old elf himself? With it’s coconut rim and bright red color, this Santa’s Hat Christmas co*cktail will most certainly bring on the holiday cheer!”

Image & Recipe:Santa’s hat Christmas co*cktail

Mistletoe co*cktail

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“The food is important of course but the details of the table are equally as important to make a gathering turn into an experience. Equally appealing to the eye as it is to the tastebuds, this Mistletoe co*cktail is the perfect beverage to offer your guests while they are waiting for the dinner to begin.”

Image & Recipe:Mistletoe co*cktail

Jack Frost co*cktail

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“NOW I see (and TASTE) what all the hype is about. OH. MY. WORD…with the Jack Frost co*cktail…they taste sweet, tropical and Christmas-y all at the same time.”

Image & Recipe:Jack Frost co*cktail

Peppermint Baileys Christmas co*cktail

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“Yaaaaaaaasssssssssss!!!!!!!! Christmas co*cktails!! Oh my goodness this one is my favorite. The Peppermint Baileys Christmas co*cktail is fabulous in so many ways. Baileys….helllllooooo. Peppermint vodka…deeelish! Cinnamon sprinkle! Died and went to Heaven.”

Image & Recipe:Peppermint Baileys Christmas co*cktail

Candy Cane co*cktail

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“The Candy Cane co*cktail is a fabulous holiday dessert drink. Of course, you don’t have to save it for dessert – it’s just so deliciously sweet that you could. While the name might have you expecting a simple mint drink, there’s a lot more going on in this co*cktail.”

Image & Recipe:Candy Cane co*cktail

New Years Holiday co*cktails

OKAY NEW YEAR, it’s time to spice it up! New years is probably one of the best times all year for the most bouijee, just fun drinks. Here are our favorite 5 best holiday co*cktail recipes for New Years!

Glitter Champagne Flutes

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How cute are these??? “This is a quick and easy way to dress up your glassware and is the perfect finishing touch for that signature co*cktail you always serve. If you’re hosting a NYE party this year, this is a simple DIY that can be done the day/ night before, with the supplies easy to find.”

Image & Recipe:Glitter Champagne Flutes

Peppermint White Chocolate Martini

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“The Peppermint White Chocolate Martini is a lovely after-dinner sipper for the holidays. Garnished with a candy cane drink flag, this festive drink features white chocolate liqueur, flavored vodkas, and Irish cream.

Image & Recipe:Peppermint White Chocolate Martini

Blackberry Champagne co*cktail

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“Blackberry Champagne Sparklers are one of the prettiest co*cktails out there. These easy Blackberry co*cktails have an ombre effect that makes them a beautiful addition to special occasions.

Image & Recipe:Blackberry Champagne co*cktail

Pear Vanilla Gin Fizz

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“Looking for a pretty co*cktail recipe filled with delicious juicy pears and vanilla bean? If you thought YES then thisPear Vanilla Gin Fizzco*cktail is the perfect recipe for you. A homemade pear and vanilla simple syrup combined with gin and soda water make this easy co*cktail perfectly sweet, gorgeous, and refreshing!”

Image & Recipe:Pear Vanilla Gin Fizz

Blood Orange Champagne Mule

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“This is a Moscow Mule, but with the addition of champagne and substitution of blood oranges. And yes, these are totally as awesome as they sound. And easy too, which is a must on New Year’s Eve!”

Image & Recipe:Blood orange Champagne Mule

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FAQs

What is the most popular drink at Christmas? ›

Eggnog. Of all the holiday co*cktails you can mix up, few are as fitting as a glass of homemade eggnog. It's a luscious, creamy drink that many crave when December rolls around and it often brings back fond memories. Eggnog is not difficult to make from scratch and it's tastier than most store-bought options.

Which popular alcoholic Christmas drink is best served hot? ›

Amaretto hot chocolate, mulled wine, eggnog and more! Temperatures have dropped, the festive season is upon us and nothing quite says winter comfort like a hot toddy or other hot alcoholic drink.

What drink to buy for a Christmas party? ›

Top 20 Festive Holiday Drinks!
  • Christmas Margarita. One of our favorite ideas for Christmas is a delicious Christmas margarita, which breathes new life into this classic drink! ...
  • Classic Eggnog. ...
  • Cranberry Sangria. ...
  • Gingerbread Hot Chocolate. ...
  • Mulled Wine. ...
  • Espresso Martini. ...
  • Coquito. ...
  • Holiday Punch.
Nov 2, 2023

What drink is traditionally drunk on Christmas morning? ›

Classic Bucks Fizz/Mimosa. The classic morning drink for Christmas is orange juice with a little fizz in it. There are plenty of options for adding fizz to orange juice, from Cava, prosecco or Crémant to decadent Champagnes and even a little spirit should one need the extra pick me up.

What alcohol do people drink at Christmas? ›

From classic favorites like eggnog and mulled wine to creative concoctions like spiked hot cocoa and horchata, there are endless possibilities. Get inspired to update your seasonal menu with this list of holiday co*cktails.

What is Christmas co*cktail attire? ›

A well-fitted co*cktail dress should fall around knee-length, although it can be slightly above or below the knee. If dresses aren't your thing, opt for tailored dress pants with a festive blouse and blazer or cardigan.

What do you serve at a casual co*cktail party? ›

Simple co*cktail party food ideas
  • co*cktail meatballs. Slow-cooking beef meatballs in grape jelly and ketchup yields a tender, sticky sweet appetizer. ...
  • Crab and corn fritters. ...
  • Zucchini fritters. ...
  • Cheese truffles. ...
  • Miniature fish cakes. ...
  • Deviled eggs. ...
  • Salmon vol-au-vents. ...
  • Roasted veggie bruschetta.
Mar 24, 2022

What is an American Christmas drink? ›

Eggnog is a sweet beverage with a serious edge. It is probably derived from “posset”—a concoction involving a combination of cream or milk, eggs, spices and ale or wine.

What is the name of the Christmas co*cktail? ›

20 best Christmas co*cktails
  • Christmas Cosmopolitan (pictured above) Cranberry sauce with your turkey and cranberry juice in your Cosmo. ...
  • Elf On The Shelf. ...
  • Champagne Snowball. ...
  • Chocolate Orange Espresso Martini. ...
  • Christmas Margarita. ...
  • Mulled Negroni. ...
  • Gingerbread Old Fashioned. ...
  • Celebration.

Which is a popular festive drink? ›

Mulled Wine

This classic winter wine is best served hot or warm. It's simple, delicious, and will warm your spirits right up. All it takes is holiday spices like star anise and cinnamon sticks, and red wine. This drink is perfect for holiday parties and events.

What is the most popular holiday drink? ›

1. Christmas punch. That's right; a classic Christmas punch is the most popular holiday drink in America. While there are many ways to make it, the classic Christmas punch recipe includes juice, cider, rum, sparkling wine and fresh fruit.

What is a drink that might be served at a holiday party? ›

Mulled Wine is one of the easiest Christmas drink recipes we have on our blog. A big pot of it makes any party or cozy evening at home just a bit merrier. This Eggnog Recipe just gets better with age. Savor it right after your make it, or up to a week later.

What is Christmas punch made of? ›

How to Make Holiday Punch Step by Step. Make the Punch: Pour 32 ounces of cranberry juice, 16 ounces of orange juice, a 750-milliliter bottle of sparkling apple cider, a 2-liter bottle of ginger ale, and 8 ounces of vodka into a punch bowl and stir well to combine. Top with orange slices and fresh cranberries.

What is the best selling Christmas drink? ›

Top ten Christmas drinks
  • Beer. ...
  • co*cktails. ...
  • Eggnog. ...
  • Gin. ...
  • Mulled wine. ...
  • Rum. ...
  • Hot chocolate. ...
  • Whisky. Rich, warming, and high on the list of festive favourites, whisky is enjoyed all year round, but it really comes into its own at Christmas.
Nov 13, 2023

What is a classic Christmas drink? ›

Scroll through this list for timeless holiday classics like Eggnog and Hot Buttered Rum; boozy versions of hot chocolate; and new riffs on classics like our Cranberry Ginger Mimosa and a Negroni that tastes like a Christmas tree. We've also included decadent after-dinner drinks and punches for a crowd.

What does Santa drink at Christmas? ›

The jolly Santa Claus doesn't need a caffeine-boosting mug of coffee or a quick sip of water. He needs a drink that complements the kids' gift of cookies that will help him succeed in his yearly journey. How? Real milk provides Santa with the nutrients that he needs to get all the presents delivered in one night!

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