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25+ Festive Holiday Drinks

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What are some of your festive holiday drinks? There are so many fun flavors to try – and so little time! The next time you’re craving a holiday drink, use this drink list as your guide.

Festive family drinks like this are meant to be shared! Perfect for family gatherings during the holiday months. Make and sip the day away! So many delicious drink options!

The fun part about this list of drink recipes is the wide variety of flavors. You can have sweet, hot, cold, and more!

I love having options on hand for parties, family gatherings, or holiday events! You can make most of these for adults only, or kid-friendly.

What are toppings for holiday drink recipes?

Many look forward to cozying up with a warm drink as the holiday season approaches. From hot chocolate to apple cider, there are a variety of holiday drinks to choose from.

But have you considered adding toppings to take your drink to the next level?

Whipped cream, marshmallows, cinnamon sticks, and candy canes are all popular toppings for holiday drinks.

For those who enjoy indulgence, caramel sauce or chocolate shavings can be added to hot cocoa. Or, add a splash of peppermint extract to your coffee or tea and top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes for a festive twist.

Don’t be afraid to get creative and switch up your toppings to add a personal touch to your holiday drink.

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The holiday season is when people come together to share joy and laughter, and what better way to do that than over a good drink? Popular holiday drinks often feature seasonal flavors like eggnog, peppermint, and cinnamon.

One such drink is the classic Eggnog, a rich, creamy beverage made with eggs, milk, sugar, and a healthy dollop of bourbon or rum.

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If you’re feeling adventurous, try a Spiked Apple Cider made with cider, cinnamon sticks, and a spiced rum or brandy splash.

Another crowd-pleaser is the White Christmas Margarita, made with coconut milk, tequila, lime juice, and cranberry juice for a festive twist.

Whatever your preference, plenty of drink recipes are perfect for celebrating the holiday season with friends and family.

        

 

Can I make all drinks nonalcoholic?

In short, the answer is yes – you can make all drinks non-alcoholic. Whether it’s a cocktail, beer, or wine, various non-alcoholic alternatives are available to abstain from alcohol.

You can replace the liquor with various ingredients such as fruit juices, flavored syrups, and bitters for cocktails.

For beer, multiple brands produce non-alcoholic options that retain traditional beer’s taste and aroma.

Finally, many non-alcoholic wines on the market are made with grape juice and other fruit concentrates.

By exploring these options, you can still enjoy the flavor and experience of your favorite drinks while remaining alcohol-free.

More Drink Recipes

Here are a few other great drink options to make at home. They’re all so yummy!

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Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe
Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe
In this pretty Gingerbread Cocktail, the cozy, festive flavors of gingerbread and eggnog blend with vanilla ice cream and spiced rum for a holiday treat that’s equally decadent and delicious. And it’s easy to make it into a nonalcoholic gingerbread milkshake for the kids!
Check out this recipe
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RUDOLPH’S TIPSY SPRITZER COCKTAIL (and kid-friendly version)
RUDOLPH’S TIPSY SPRITZER COCKTAIL (and kid-friendly version)
RUDOLPH’S TIPSY SPRITZER offers a perfect blend of flavors beyond a mere vodka-cran mix. This easy spritzer doubles as a kid-friendly party punch, making it ideal for all to enjoy!
Check out this recipe
3
Reindeer Eggnog – 2 Ways!
This festive version of holiday eggnog is fun for all ages!
Check out this recipe
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Mistletoe Margarita Recipe
Mistletoe Margarita Recipe
This Mistletoe Margarita recipe is so fun and easy to make! Can be made nonalcoholic as well!
Check out this recipe
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A festive drink with ice and cherries in a glass, decorated with a stir stick and pine branches. Text reads: “great drink for the holidays! Try this easy Mistletoe Mocktail Recipe.”.
The Mistletoe Mocktail
Great drink for the holidays! Cheers!
Check out this recipe
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Candy Cane Martini
Candy Cane Martini
Sip on the ultimate holiday treat with a Candy Cane Martini. This delightful flavor of peppermint will take your taste buds on a joyful ride.
Check out this recipe
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Ponche navideño (Mexican Christmas Punch)
Ponche navideño (Mexican Christmas Punch)
Make this punch recipe to share with family and friends!
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Christmas Moscow Mule
Christmas Moscow Mule
Raise a copper mug this Christmas with our delightful Moscow Mule twist. Experience the joy of sipping on a festive and refreshing cocktail!
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The Best Christmas Punch Recipe
The Best Christmas Punch Recipe
This is the best, non alcoholic, Christmas Punch Recipe that you have ever had! You seriously have to add this to your must make cocktails this holiday season!
Check out this recipe
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Sugar Cookie Latte (Starbucks Copycat)
Sugar Cookie Latte (Starbucks Copycat)
This sugar cookie latte recipe is a delicious copycat of the original Starbucks drink. Skip the drive through and save your money with this holiday favorite!
Check out this recipe
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Christmas Punch (Kid Friendly!)
This fruity Christmas Punch is the best holiday drink that kids and adults will love! It's made with cranberry pomegranate juice, pineapple juice, and lemon-lime soda.
Check out this recipe
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A top-down view of a creamy Peppermint Mocktail in a glass with a red-and-white striped straw, rimmed with crushed peppermint. Text overlay reads easy-to-make drink PEPPERMINT MOCKTAILS. A peppermint candy is nearby.
Delicious Peppermint Mocktail for Kids
This peppermint mocktail is seriously delicious. It's like a bright and tasty treat with a creamy base that it just perfect for a cold winter night!
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Rum and Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
Rum and Peppermint White Hot Chocolate
This Rum and Peppermint White Hot Chocolate is a boozy twist on the classic with refreshing peppermint flavor! So creamy and not too sweet and perfect for winter!
Check out this recipe
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Sugar Cookie Milk
Sugar Cookie Milk
This super easy sugar cookie milk is sweet and creamy. It's the perfect addition to celebrate the holidays with.
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Holiday Margarita Recipe
Holiday Margarita Recipe
Go for a Christmas twist with this Holiday Margarita Recipe that blends in coconut milk and garnishes with cranberries and rosemary sprigs.
Check out this recipe
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Homemade Gingerbread Latte
Homemade Gingerbread Latte
Get cozy with a gingerbread latte, featuring a richly spiced gingerbread simple syrup. You’ll want to sip on this by the fire all season long.
Check out this recipe
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A glass of blue mocktail with ice and a lemon slice, surrounded by festive ornaments and pine branches. Text reads: Perfect for holiday celebrations! Try this Blue Christmas Mocktail Recipe.
Blue Christmas Mocktail Recipe
Check out this Blue Christmas Mocktail Recipe!
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HOMEMADE DAIRY FREE COCONUT RUM EGGNOG
HOMEMADE DAIRY FREE COCONUT RUM EGGNOG
You'll love the flavor and taste of this simple drink recipe!
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Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch
Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch
Serve up this festive Non-Alcoholic Christmas Punch for an irresistible beverage the entire family will enjoy during your holiday gatherings. Combine the refreshing flavors of cranberry juice, ginger ale, and orange sherbet for a hassle-free Christmas punch.
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Healthy Eggnog Milkshake
Healthy Eggnog Milkshake
Sweet, slurpable, and perfectly seasonal, my Healthy Eggnog Milkshake is a delightful way to sleigh the day. Despite tasting like dessert, it’s nutritious enough to drink like a smoothie for breakfast.
Check out this recipe
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Eggnog Vodka Martini
Eggnog Vodka Martini
No better way to toast the holidays than with an Eggnog Vodka Martini.This delicious Christmas punch can be made with or without alcohol. It's delicious, very easy to make, and will fill your home with the amazing aroma of holiday spices
Check out this recipe
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Eggless Eggnog Recipe
This Eggless Eggnog recipe will not only give you the opportunity to enjoy Eggnog all year but will also keep the eggs away.
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Christmas Punch: Non-Alcoholic & Alcoholic Options
Christmas Punch: Non-Alcoholic & Alcoholic Options
This delicious Christmas punch can be made with or without alcohol. It's delicious, very easy to make, and will fill your home with the amazing aroma of holiday spices.
Check out this recipe
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Terry’s Chocolate Orange Hot Chocolate
Delicious chocolate orange hot chocolate made from scratch. This is the perfect holiday drink to enjoy on a colds winters day! Plus, it’s ready in just 5 minutes.
Check out this recipe
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Homemade Eggnog
Homemade Eggnog
Try this creamy and smooth old-fashioned holiday drink this Christmas. This classic homemade eggnog recipe has both spice and sweetness and is easy to make on the stovetop.
Check out this recipe
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Honey Ginger Warm Milk
Honey Ginger Warm Milk
This is a unique and flavorful drink recipe!
Check out this recipe
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Vegan Coquito
Vegan Coquito
Ready in minutes, made with sweet coconut milk, and warm notes of cinnamon, it’s easy to see why this is a favorite holiday drink for so many!
Check out this recipe
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Gingerbread Martini Christmas Cocktail
Gingerbread Martini Christmas Cocktail
Everyone will love taking sip after sip of this one!
Check out this recipe
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Christmas Holiday Punch Recipe
Christmas Holiday Punch Recipe
This holiday punch recipe includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options for guests with plenty of bright and colorful garnishes to celebrate!
Check out this recipe
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Holiday Wine Spritzer
Holiday Wine Spritzer
Our Holiday Wine Spritzer is always a hit at your holiday parties! Lightly sweet, sparkling, and so delicious!
Check out this recipe
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Delicious Egg Nog Float Recipe
Egg nog is a popular holiday drink that it can also be used to make a delicious float with just TWO simple ingredients!
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Which of these holiday drinks are you going to make first?

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