67 Holiday Cocktails That That Are Full Of Christmas Cheer

Taking a creative cue from the carol, “The 12 Days of Christmas,” we created a Partridge in a Pear Tree cocktail to make this holiday season. With warming bourbon and whiskey, a bit of bubbles, a punch of pear brandy, and spiced simple syrup, this drink is one you'll want multiples of.

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With nostalgic foods and drinks on the rise, the Cosmo is in the perfect place to shine again. Keeping much of the same vein as the classic, this cocktail gets a boost from white cranberry juice and an aroma of fresh rosemary. The candied cranberries are totally optional, but are a fun way to really drive home the holiday spirit.

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Instead of lime juice like in a traditional Moscow mule, we opt for the classic winter combination of cranberry and orange. We also give the mule a holiday twist by using rosemary instead of mint. There’s also a sprig used as a garnish, so you get a whiff of the festive holiday fragrance with every sip.

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Our version of this festive favorite features Baileys and whole milk to give it that rich creaminess, along with vanilla vodka and Amaretto for that sugar cookie vibe. The best part? A tiny candy cane-shaped sugar cookie hanging off the rim.

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This Christmas version of a rum and coke is inspired by Rudolph the reindeer’s bright red nose. To get the vibrant hue, we use tart cherry juice. The juice, aside from being a beloved ingredient in a sleepy girl mocktail, also imparts a mild tartness that balances the sweetness of the soda.

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Somewhere between cocktail and dessert, this Italian-influenced White Russian is hard to resist. Looking for a festive upgrade? A dash of orange bitters, a pinch of ground cinnamon, or some fresh nutmeg shavings add another dimension to this decadent, tiramisu-inspired drink.

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We'd gladly get caught with one of these under the mistletoe. If you prefer your margaritas on the rocks, feel free to skip the blender step. And if you love a wintry marg, try our White Christmas margaritas next!

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We love a punch at the holidays as it cuts down on bartending time and they're maybe a little too easy to mix up! You'll be hearing jingle bells in no time with this sweet-tart big-batch version.

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This dessert cocktail is all that nostalgic classic Chips Ahoy chocolate chip cookie flavor, in a sippable, retro format. The amaretto and rum dance together, giving the drink a rich nuttiness that represents the cookie’s signature flavor; the syrup and milk round it out with chocolatey goodness.

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Scrooge may have been sour-hearted, but a sip of this warming (yet chilled) winter cocktail would’ve been just the trick to turn his frown upside-down. To make it, we take inspiration the holiday classic, mulled wine, to make a simple syrup that takes this sour cocktail to new festive heights.

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The holidays usually usher in seasonal cocktails with cozy spices to stay warm in the winter, but we think bright, refreshing beverages should be enjoyed all year long. If you love sipping on margaritas and palomas but want a more festive recipe to enjoy during the holiday season, meet the cranberry paloma.

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Hot chocolate is a forever fave, but sometimes we want something with a little more oomph. Enter, this boozy version, that's got just the right amount of whiskey to keep you warm over Christmas.

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Looking for a quick way to level up your holiday punch bowl or cocktails without the hassle? These stunning ice cubes are an incredibly easy solution—and they’ll make you look super-classy too! They use pomegranate juice instead of water, adding both flavor and a vibrant red hue to what would otherwise be plain ice.

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Move over, hot toddy—there's a new hot drink in town, and the name is fireside negroni. The Earl Grey teaw adds notes of bergamot and citrus, and the maple syrup gives a touch of rich sweetness that welcomes another sip, and another, and another.

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In this fall rendition of everyone's favorite summer spritz, we included a woodsy rosemary sprig and fig syrup to welcome fall’s rich earthy flavors and make the easiest large format cocktail that will impress everyone at your holiday table. Thanksgiving’s aperitivo hour just got a delicious upgrade.

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While a glass of Lambrusco is always good served on its own, it’s also a fantastic starting point for a cocktail. The smoky mezcal, bright orange citrus, and spice from the ginger beer here tie together beautifully, giving you a zingy, sweet-ish, refreshing, and original cocktail.

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With tart cranberry juice as well as notes of flower-power elderflower liqueur and sage, this is the perfect festive cocktail to drink while you hope for a Christmas kiss under the mistletoe. Even if you don’t get one, you’ll still have this cocktail to keep you company.

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This Christmas punch forgoes all the added sugar and instead derives its natural sweetness from apple cider. Add some spice from ginger beer and tartness from unsweetened cranberry juice, and you have a sophisticated, festive punch for your next holiday party.

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Let's just say, if you leave these for Santa on Christmas Eve, you'll definitely be on the nice list. We love the ease of using store-bought cookie dough, but if you've got the time, making chocolate chip cookies from scratch is even better!

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The margarita is a seasonal drink…right? We think so! Especially this cherry-lime margarita, which is right on theme for a tropical Christmas. We used both cherry concentrate and the syrup from a maraschino cherry jar to achieve the perfect balance of tart and sweet.

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