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    Home » Recipes » Recipes

    25 Festive & Easy Holiday Cocktails

    Published: Nov 6, 2016 · Modified: Mar 19, 2021 by Kelly Stilwell · This post may contain affiliate links 5 Comments

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    Holiday cocktails in a collage for Pinterest.

    Tis' the season to be...partying with these easy holiday cocktails! I enjoy having friends over to celebrate the holidays, and I always want to have a festive atmosphere.

    Holiday cocktail recipes in a collage.

    Colorful plates, napkins, and a pretty centerpiece make my table look cheerful and inviting.

    On my kitchen counter, I like to have all the ingredients for my guest to DIY a few of these easy holiday cocktails. That way I don't have to stop and make a cocktail each time someone needs one.

    One year I just had chilled Prosecco and raspberries, and it was a big hit! I also love the first recipe for the Raspberry Peppermint Fizz.

    You could use Prosecco for that, too, instead of champagne. Add a little peppermint vodka and some raspberries and you have a cocktail that is sure to be the hit of the party!

    I also love the idea of a cranberry mojito. How fun is that? Everyone loves a mojito, and the cranberries make it a perfect holiday party drink. Your guest will love any of these cocktails.

    Remember to drink responsibly and decide on a designated driver before the party starts.

    25 Easy Holiday Cocktails

    You will love every single one of these simple holiday drinks. Some are made with vodka, others have wine. They are all so beautiful and perfect for holiday parties.

    Cranberry Mimosa Recipe

    This Cranberry Mimosa recipe is as perfect for an elegant party or holiday brunch as it is for a lazy Christmas morning. The cocktail has just two ingredients making it simple to make!
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    Cranberry Mimosa Recipe

    White Christmas Mimosa

    This delicious Christmas mimosa is perfect for the holiday season and so festive! Made with white cranberry juice to give it more fruity sparkle, it’s so easy to make!
    Check out this recipe
    White cranberry juice mimosa with cranberries and rosemary in a fluted glass.

    Raspberry Moscow Mule Cocktail

    I thought a raspberry Moscow mule cocktail would be fun instead of the traditional recipe. I used candied ginger and it turned out delicious!
    Check out this recipe

    French Martini

    It took some experimenting to create this French Martini recipe, but it was so worth the effort! This might just be your new favorite cocktail!
    Check out this recipe

    Cranberry Moscow Mule Cocktail

    It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas parties! What could be more festive for the holidays than a Cranberry Moscow Mule?
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    Cranberry Moscow Mule Cocktail

    Raspberry Peppermint Fizz

    Light and refreshing this cocktail will be a party favorite!
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    Raspberry Peppermint Fizz

    Cranberry Apple Moscow Mule Cocktail

    A slight twist on a lovely classic cocktail! You have to try it!
    Check out this recipe
    Cranberry Apple Moscow Mule Cocktail

    Peppermint Dream Holiday Cocktail

    Have leftover candy canes just sitting around? Then, this peppermint dream cocktail is a perfect choice!! I think it might taste like Christmas!
    Check out this recipe

    Cherry Candy Cane Cocktail

    Sweet and refreshing and so very delicious! This Cherry Cnady Cane Cocltail is one of a kind!
    Check out this recipe

    Cranberry Lime Spritzer

    This Cranberry Lime Spritzer is fun and keeps the calories low with Zero Calorie Canada Dry Sparkling Seltzer water. And make sure you use fresh limes… they are delicious.
    Check out this recipe

    Cranberry Mojitos

    Cranberry Mojitos are perfect for any night but especially a celebration! Tart, sweet, refreshing, and delicious - everything a good cocktail should be.
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    Pomegranate Grapefruit Punch

    Perfect for fall and winter, this Pomegranate Grapefruit Punch is great for sharing with friends because it puts everyone in the mood for some fun! Enjoy!
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    Apple Cider Vodka Cocktail

    HThis great fall cocktail would be a good edition to a Thanksgiving dinner or can be enjoyed on any other day.
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    Apple Cider Vodka Cocktail

    Frozen Cranberry Margarita

    Cranberries are one of my favorite flavors during the winter. Their natural tartness pairs nicely with a bit of sugar to create a delicious combination. And this cocktail is no exception!
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    Fruity Twister

    A Perfect Holiday Cocktail for your holiday parties this season. You’ll love how easy this cocktail is to make. It’s a fruity fabulous drink.
    Check out this recipe

    Sparkling Cranberry Bourbon Chiller

    This Sparkling Cranberry Bourbon Chiller is a fun refreshing drink made with fresh cranberries. This Cranberry Cocktail can be non alcoholic.
    Check out this recipe

    Holiday Cocktails with Wine

    Cranberry Pomegranate Champagne Spritzer

    Celebrate the new year with this easy Cranberry Pomegranate Champagne Spritzer recipe. Break out the bubbly, add fresh fruit, and say cheers!
    Check out this recipe

    Pomegranate Red Wine Sangria

    Toast fall with this easy and delicious pomegranate red wine sangria recipe!
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    Cranberry Orange Sparkling Wine Cocktail Recipe

    Perfect for elegant, but simple holiday entertaining! Full of delicious cranberry and orange flavor!
    Check out this recipe

    Spiced Cranberry Sangria

    Want a great winter sangria recipe?? How about this Spiced Cranberry version?? It's simply delicious!
    Check out this recipe

    Easy Cranberry Sangria

    This Easy Cranberry Sangria is delicious and the perfect holiday cocktail!
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    Easy Cranberry Sangria

    Dessert Cocktails

    Every party needs a dessert cocktail, too, right? Enjoy!

    Decadent Roasted Marshmallow Cocktail

    This roasted marshmallow cocktail recipe is one of my favorites ever, and it’s so easy! Doesn’t it look heavenly? Can also be made warm or as a mocktail!
    Check out this recipe
    Decadent Roasted Marshmallow Cocktail

    Million Dollar Chocolate Cocktail

    Mixology Monday time with chocolate. Making a million dollar chocolate cocktail with ingredients from Taza chocolate and craft beer.
    Check out this recipe

    Raspberry Cheesecake Cocktail Shots

    The sweeter and more dessert like my drink is, the better! These raspberry cheesecake cocktail shots fit that description perfectly!
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    Raspberry Cheesecake Cocktail Shots

    Apple Pie Cinnamon Cocktail

    This Apple Pie Cinnamon cocktail (for the over 21 crowd) is a festive drink for fall. Serve either warm or cold and enjoy!
    Check out this recipe

    Spiced Eggnog Cocktail

    A delicious way to enjoy classic egg nog...with a mix of spiced rum, bourbon and kahlua and a demerara sugar rim.
    Check out this recipe

    White Chocolate Eggnog Cocktail

    This White Chocolate Eggnog Cocktail is a delicious combination of Eggnog and white chocolate liqueur that creates the ideal holiday drink!
    Check out this recipe
    White Chocolate Eggnog Cocktail

    Holiday Mocktails

    You should always have something for those who are not drinking, whether it's simply a preference or they are designated drivers. These are a few of my favorites!

    Easy Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider Recipe

    This hot spiced cranberry cider recipe is a nice change from apple cider. The vibrant red color makes it the perfect choice for holiday entertaining.
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    Easy Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider Recipe

    Skinny Cosmopolitan Mocktail

    This skinny virgin cosmopolitan recipe not only looks beautiful and light, but is also quick and easy to make. And it's delicious!
    Check out this recipe

    Holiday Appetizers

    Looking for some holiday appetizers? Check out these 20 party appetizers! You will love these bacon-wrapped chicken bites and they are the easiest appetizer ever!

    Looking for New Year's Eve appetizers? You've found 20! I'm always looking for new and easy recipes for parties, and these recipes are from some of the best food bloggers out there!

    Holiday Desserts

    And for dessert, you can have your choice of these 20 decadent Christmas desserts. The Hot Chocolate Cupcakes and White Chocolate Oreos are my favorites! Decorate the Oreos for whatever holiday you're celebrating!

    Appetizers, desserts, and cocktails, and you're done!

    Come back and let me know which recipe your guests loved the most!

    Tis' the season to be...partying with these festive holiday cocktails! I enjoy having friends over to celebrate the holidays, and I always want to have a festive atmosphere.

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    Author: Kelly Stilwell

    Ingredients

    Some things you will need for these recipes:

    • Sugar
    • Raspberries
    • Mint Leaves
    • Ginger
    • Vodka
    • Rum
    • Gin
    • Whiskey

    Instructions

    Find your favorite recipe, gather what you need and enjoy!

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    • Pomegranate Red Wine Sangria
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    Comments

    1. Maria

      December 05, 2016 at 4:00 am

      What other festive drinks can be made with tequila?

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    2. sandy

      December 03, 2016 at 10:32 am

      Green creme de mint, white creme de cocoa and heavy cream shake over ice and pour over ice with whip cream on top!!! lovely, dont drink but one or two!!!

      Reply
      • Kelly Stilwell

        December 03, 2016 at 2:31 pm

        Going to try this one soon, Sandy! Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Acacia

      November 09, 2016 at 1:30 pm

      Anything with egg nog and I'm in, especially around the holidays.... The Cranberry Lime Spritzer also looks good. Great post, saving this for the weekend. Some others, including the frozen cranberry margarita are definitely worth a try too.

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      • Kelly Stilwell

        November 18, 2016 at 9:41 pm

        Thanks, Acacia! I can't wait to try the margarita, too! Thanks so much for visiting and taking the time to comment!

        Reply

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