Entertaining
December 22, 2021
15 Cocktail Recipes To Celebrate The Holiday Season
Whether you’re hosting a family feast or curling up with your favorite holiday movie, there’s no better way to do so than with a cocktail in hand. From a boozy Nutella hot cocoa to a bubbly alcohol-free aperitif, we’ve rounded-up some of our favorite festive cocktail recipes for the holidays.
Scroll down to see our selection of cozy holiday drink recipes!
The Double Double
Coffee lovers can finally put down the espresso martini, here’s a new cocktail recipe to give you a boozy jolt of java. Topped with espresso, this comforting cocktail packs a punch and makes the perfect dessert drink after a big meal.
Get the recipe for The Double Double.
The Canadian
Oh, Canada, you sure know how to make a delicious cocktail. This classic drink with a twist could be likened to a traditional Old-Fashioned, made with maple sugar candy in place of a sugar cube.
Get the recipe for The Canadian.
Hot Buttered Rum
This riff on the classic Hot Buttered Rum is brightened by the use of a compound butter that blends salted butter and bakeapple. It’s equally spiked and spiced, and the perfect drink to warm up with this holiday season.
Get the recipe for Hot Buttered Rum.
Spiced Rum & Chocolate Caramel Eggnog
If Christmas were a drink, it would be this. Festive, sweet and creamy with a kick, enjoy this spicy spin on a classic holiday cocktail. And don’t be shy with the caramel drizzle!
Get the recipe for Spiced Rum & Chocolate Caramel Eggnog.
Hot Spiked Cider
It’s a simple recipe with unmatched flavor. This bourbon and apple cider pairing is so good it could even get the grinch into the holiday spirit. Don’t forget to rim your mug with cinnamon and clove, that’s what makes it extra special.
Get the recipe for Hot Spiked Cider.
The Donald Draper
This concoction is made from some of the finest French liqueurs including Abricot du Roussillon and absinthe. Swap the lemon peel for a maraschino cherry to give it a sultrier presentation.
Get the recipe for The Donald Draper.
The Cranberry Pearl
From Thanksgiving to New Years Eve feasts, cranberries are a holiday staple. Their ruby red hue adds a splash of color to our plates and cocktails. Serve this subtly-sweet drink with hors d’oeuvres and let the festivities begin!
Get the recipe for The Cranberry Pearl.
Seedlip’s Alcohol-Free Peel Cocktail
Mocktails are never going out of style, at least not while UK-based brand Seedlip continues to distill an eclectic selection of non-alcoholic spirits. This cocktail is sweet, savoury, and guaranteed to get your dry January started on the right foot.
Get the recipe for Seedlip’s Alcohol-Free Peel Cocktail.
The Classic Negroni
This Italian aperitif is a pre-dinner cocktail meant to waken the palate and prime your appetite. It’s a bitter cocktail balanced by sweet orange — giving it a smooth finish.
Get the recipe for The Classic Negroni.
The Christmas Sweater
This bubbly cocktail is a celebration of festive flavors. Maple, peppermint and cranberry come to life in this rum-based party favorite.
Get the recipe for The Christmas Sweater.
Papa Don’t Peach
This drink is a refreshing departure from other holiday classics, with a unique tanginess and complexity. Combining the sweetness of vanilla, the sharpness of peach and the crisp acidity of Prosecco, this cocktail is inspired by the flavors of a grilled peach salad.
Get the recipe for Papa Don’t Peach.
Nutella Melt
This delicious hot drink inspired by your favorite cocoa-hazelnut treat is the ideal companion for gatherings around the fireplace or binge-watching holiday movies.
Get the recipe for Nutella Melt.
Peppermint Chocolate Frost
Dairy-free and non-alcoholic, this mint and chocolatey treat is a seasonal delight everyone can enjoy. Pro tip: serve with a peppermint stick to give it a flavorful boost.
Get the recipe for Peppermint Chocolate Frost.
Mulled Wine Sangria
A lively twist on traditional Summer sangria, frozen cranberries and cognac take this chilled mulled wine recipe to the next level. Batch-mix this signature cocktail ahead of time for easy pouring, and be sure to make extra for second and third helpings.
Get the recipe for Catriona Smart’s Mulled Wine Sangria.
French 227
This champagne cocktail is named for 227 Ossington Ave. — the address of La Banane. Make a batch before counting down to midnight by multiplying the ingredients by eight, then combining the gin, liqueur and lemon juice in a container.
Get the recipe for French 227.
Michael Graydon and Nikole Herriott