Say cheers to these refreshing holiday drink recipes your family and guests will love. Whether it's Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year or the 4th of July, these party-worthy drinks will definitely take your get-togethers to the next level!
Holiday Drink Recipes For Fun And Merry Parties
Besides the main course, dessert, and appetizers, the kind of drinks you serve your guests definitely define your party. Admittedly, when I'm privileged enough to be a guest at a party, I secretly check the drinks if I plan to stay longer. That is why, when I host one, I certainly take time to plan the drinks I'll serve. I make sure my guests will feel welcome in Thanksgiving, warm at Christmas, and party on at the 4th of July or New Year's Eve. If you want the same for your family and guests at holiday feasts, check out these holiday drink recipes for your inspiration.
1. Egg Nog Latte
Make a copycat Starbucks eggnog latte at home without using an espresso machine. Warm up your Thanksgiving or Christmas party guests with this eggnog latte a la Starbucks sans the expense!
2. Gingerbread White Russian
A fun holiday twist on a classic cocktail, this gingerbread white Russian is sure to fire up your freezing holiday party. A cocktail of mixed vodka and rich coffee drizzled with sweet caramel is sure to excite.
3. Cranberry Moscow Mule
We all know how Russians are experts on liquor. This Christmas, you have got to include this cranberry Moscow mule with ginger sugared cranberries to keep your guests longer at the party!
4. Homemade Spiked Eggnog
What's Christmas without this homemade spiked eggnog? Try it once and you'll be amazed – and I promise you won't ever buy store-bought eggnog again!
5. Autumn Apple Sangria
Sangrias are always great for any party thought the year, but this autumn apple sangria is perfect for Thanksgiving or an autumn wedding. With lots of apple harvest this season, it's a shame not to make the most of it!
6. Paleo Peppermint Hot Cocoa
Paleo peppermint hot cocoa is a rich, healthy treat to warm up with during the holiday season. Dairy free and diabetic friendly, it should be great to warm up your Christmas guests as they are arriving.
7. Creamy Coconut Liqueur
You know coconuts remind us of summer holidays, so this creamy coconut liqueur should be perfect for 4th of July parties. Well, if you want it for the autumn and winter holidays, why ever not?
8. Cranberry Sauce Bourbon Cocktail
This cranberry sauce bourbon cocktail should be perfect for Christmas. You can use your leftover cranberry sauce from Thanksgiving for this tasty beverage!
9. Cranberry Cider Manhattans
Make this twist on a classic Manhattan, kick up your feet, and enjoy the long holiday weekend. This should also be a great way to make use of your leftover cranberries.
10. Holiday Cheer White Sangria
A perfectly crisp and delightful holiday-inspired adult beverage. With low-calorie white wine and a taste of the fresh autumn fruit harvest, this white sangria should be a great complement to all the rich food you'll be serving
11. Mulled White Wine
There are just some ingredients that scream, “holiday!” This mulled white wine, spiced with cloves, star anise, cinnamon, oranges, and honey sure reminds me of Christmas.
12. Salted Caramel Pumpkin Chai Latte
Cozy up for the holidays with this salted caramel pumpkin chai latte. The warm and lovely smell of salted caramel slow-cooking wafting around the house just creates some hygge feelings in me over the cold holidays.
13. Divination {Matcha Green Tea Martini}
Cheer up your holiday season with this matcha green tea martini. Trust me, this classic holiday drink really is the one.
14. Red Wine Hot Chocolate
This red wine hot chocolate makes the perfect holiday treat, and it's so easy to prepare with only three ingredients needed. Indulge in this rich drink you can enjoy on special occasions.
15. Cinnamon Apple Cider Mimosa
This refreshing cocktail features crisp apple cider, sparkling wine, and warm cinnamon – the ideal holiday drink. Follow the recipe up to the letter and you'll get lots of cheers for it.
16. Cranberry Apple Cider Punch
Looking for a non-alcoholic drink this autumn and winter holiday season? This cranberry apple cider punch recipe is simple, yet will keep help your party exciting with its festive fizziness.
17. Boozy Pumpkin Spice Latte
A delicious holiday cocktail using gluten-free pumpkin spice vodka and Irish cream liqueur. So yummy yet guilt-free–you'll be asking for more. Well, we do have more homemade pumpkin spice latte here.
18. Sparkling Fruit Sangria
While this fruit sangria is perfect for summer holidays, it won't stop me serving it in a New Year's party. I'm pretty sure my guests will love to say cheers to the new year with this bubbly and fruity drink.
19. Red Wine Sangria
This red wine sangria should go well with your Thanksgiving turkey or your Christmas holiday ham. Mix yourself a large batch for your party with this easy red wine sangria recipe.
20. Fresh Cranberry Vodka Spritzers With Rosemary
Mellow down vodka with this delicious spritzers recipe using fresh cranberry. Mix vodka with sparkling water, fresh fruit, and garnish with rosemary for a holiday drink to please your guests.
21. Easy Crockpot Cranberry Wassail
This slow cooker cranberry wassail is a mulled wine drink that is a great thing to serve on holidays. Double or triple it for a crowd, but first, give this easy wassail recipe a shot.
22. Homemade Pumpkin Liqueur
Homemade pumpkin liqueur is the perfect after-dinner drink for your holiday entertaining this year. You can take the easy route by using canned condensed milk, or you can perfect this recipe by making your own.
23. Pomegranate Ginger Paloma
Store pomegranate seeds this autumn season to create a festive pomegranate and ginger Paloma. You'll love this colorful, lovely, and cheery drink for a Christmas get-together.
24. Grinch Hot Chocolate
Whether you're naughty or nice, you'll love this hot chocolate with a green twist. Your little ones will definitely love this warm and cozy yet playful drink, too.
25. Harry Potter's Pumpkin Juice
We've got your Halloween party drink covered with this wholesome Harry Potter pumpkin juice. Get refreshed this autumn holiday with this drink that features smooth pumpkin flavor highlighted with spices.
26. Mint Hot Cocoa Recipe
This mint hot cocoa drink should be a refreshing yet warm drink to enjoy around a fireplace. Cozy up with your Christmas guests with this wholesome drink.
27. Apple Cider Floats
Greet the autumn season with this fruity and frothy wholesome drink. Sparkling apple cider, ice cream, whipped cream, and caramel makes this delightful drink for everyone to enjoy.
You'll also love these DIY Starbucks holiday drink recipes! Learn how to in this video:
Now, wasn't this roundup of both wholesome and cocktail holiday drink recipes enticing? Whatever is the season or the occasion, and whether you're serving a rowdy group of old friends or an intimate family affair, there is a holiday drink recipe here for you!
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Editor’s Note – This post was originally published in December 2014 and has been updated for quality and relevancy.
