The 12 Drinks of Christmas: Celebrate The Holidays With Your Favorite Boozy Beverages
On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me… this list of favorite holiday cocktails to rock around the Christmas tree. Whether you are keeping things low key, zooming in with family and friends, or hosting a social-distance friendly gathering you can never go wrong with a festive beverage in your hand to keep things merry and bright. Try some (or all) of these holiday mixed drinks to spread the joy as you celebrate this season.
Day One: Holly Jolly Christmas Punch
Nothing puts us in the mood to be jolly like a traditional christmas punch. This version uses tequila, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and lemon-lime soda such as Sprite. Don’t forget the cranberry and limes for a festive garnish!
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Two: White Christmas Sangria
Who says sangria is only for summer? Chop up some of your favorite seasonal fruits like cranberries and apples, add in some of your favorite wine and a bottle of your favorite sparkling juice, and top it off with Schweppes club soda and some rosemary sprigs. You can make this non-alcoholic with a few bottles of Vinada Sparkling Gold for all the fun without the hangover.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Three: Vodka Cranberry Punch with Apple Cider Ice Cubes
Vodka cranberry is a classic cocktail but you can take it to the next level with a bit of holiday flair with this delicious punch recipe. Vodka, cranberry juice, orange juice, and some spices set the base for the cocktail. Freeze some apple cider or juice into cubes and add it to your glass for a burst of flavor goodness.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Four: Chai Spiced White Russians
For some of us it isn’t the holidays without a creamy and delicious white russian. This version adds in chai tea to your favorite brand of half & half and some coffee liqueur for the perfect combination of sugar and spice and everything nice.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Five: Boozy Grinch Punch
If you’re feeling like a grinch this year then this is the punch for you. The powdered drink mix gives it a bright green color but the flavor comes from the tropical pineapple juice and lemon-lime soda and ginger ale. Skip the vodka and this is great for kids too!
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Six: Holiday White Wine Spritzer
Not all holiday cocktails are complicated. This white wine spritzer includes your favorite white wine, cranberry juice, a quality ginger ale with some cranberries for garnish.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Seven: Holiday Mimosa
Christmas morning just isn’t complete without that bubbly mimosa. This holiday version includes grapefruit juice, raspberry liqueur, and champagne. If you’re avoiding alcohol, Champorange makes a fabulous substitute with a delightful citrus flavor.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Eight: Santa Clausmopolitans
Shake it up this season with this Christmas version of a classic cosmopolitan. Cranberry juice, lime juice, vodka, triple sec, and some fresh cranberries make an easy way to sip your way through the holidays.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Nine: Fig and Rosemary Mule
There is a Moscow mule for every season! This version combines sweet figs and fragrant rosemary with some spicy ginger beer for a refreshing cocktail with a holiday twist.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Ten: Jack Frosties
When Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, snap back with this beautifully blue boozy beverage. Start with vodka, blue curacao, citrusy lemonade and top it off with some bubbly prosecco.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Eleven: Apple and Thyme Martini
You know it’s a fancy cocktail when you add in a sprig of thyme! This martini uses sweet apple juice and thyme simple syrup shaken with vodka for a classy cocktail for the hostess with the mostess.
Check out the full recipe here.
Day Twelve: Mistletoe Margaritas
It’s time to break out the blender! Add some sweet red cranberry juice to this margarita recipe for a lovely color to celebrate the season.
Check out the full recipe here.
Whether you are serving a crowd or just sipping from your couch in your slippers this year, you can find all your bar staples to make these amazing spirited beverages at beverageuniverse.com.
