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Top off your sensational holiday gatherings and festive parties with a glass full of one of these tasty holiday drink recipes. Cool off or warm up, there is something for any occasion!
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We Love Holiday Drinks!
In my book, two types of drinks make the best Holiday drinks: punch and cocoa.
Why we love them:
- Add festive flair. Including a fancy drink is a perfect addition to your meal.
- Easy. Many of these recipes can be made ahead of time and all are simple!
- Any occasion. There are hot and cold drinks so every festivity is covered.
Whether serving punch at a party or Christmas dinner or cocoa during a cozy evening with friends, here are some holiday drink recipes that will help give you the best beverages.
All things punch
Take a classic drink up a notch with these festive touches!
- Punch cubes. Make a small batch of punch and freeze it in ice cube trays. As the cubes melt, they will add more flavor and not water down the drink. Cranberry juice, orange juice, and pomegranate juice would also make great frozen cubes.
- Carbonation in punch will last for a few hours, allowing you to mix up the punch a little ahead of time. I still usually add it along with the ice, just before serving.
- Garnishing drinks. Use decorative straws and drink umbrellas. Sliced fruits, cinnamon sticks, a spring of rosemary, or mint are also a nice touch.
- Sugar-rimmed glasses. Make drinks party-ready and fun to sip!
- Add a few scoops of sugar to a bowl, and a few tablespoons of lemon juice to a separate bowl.
- Dip the rim of the glass into the lemon juice, then into the sugar.
- Allow it to dry.
- Punch bowls are pretty, but can get messy. Use a beverage dispenser instead, just be sure not to add any smaller garnishes that can clog the tap.
Hot Cocoa Tips
- Garnishes. Add a dollop of Whipped Cream or flavored whipped cream. Peppermint sticks are great for stirring cocoa. Cookies on the rim are also especially tasty.
- Milk matters. The higher the fat content your milk has, the creamier the cocoa will be.
- Temperature. The ideal temperature for cocoa is 140°F. If not serving immediately, heat it to 160°F ensuring it cools to the perfect temperature.
- Add flavor. Drizzle with Caramel Sauce or a dash of cinnamon. Use an extract like vanilla, mint, or peppermint. Spice it up with hot sauce.
- Keep cocoa warm. For larger amounts, use a hot drink dispenser or a crock pot to keep cocoa warm. For smaller amounts, use a coffee thermos.
Best Holiday Drinks
A pretty, and tasty holiday drink can be the “cherry on top” of a perfectly planned party. Whether hot or cold, there is something for every occasion. We’ve included several non-alcoholic holiday co*cktails that are delicious!
1 Easy Eggnog Recipe
DrinksEasy Eggnog Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 23 votes
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2 Wassail Recipe
DrinksWassail Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 12 votes
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3 Holiday Punch Recipe
DrinksHoliday Punch Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 87 votes
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4 Apple Cider Recipe
DrinksApple Cider Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 71 votes
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5 Hot Chocolate Recipe
DrinksHot Chocolate Recipe
Total Time: 8 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 3 votes
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6 Christmas Punch Recipe
DrinksChristmas Punch Recipe
Total Time: 3 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 5 votes
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7 Peppermint Punch
DrinksPeppermint Punch
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
5 from 19 votes
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8 Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe
Dessert, DrinksFrozen Hot Chocolate Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 56 votes
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9 Caramel Apple Cider Recipe
DrinksCaramel Apple Cider Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
5 from 17 votes
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10 Shirley Temple Recipe
DrinksShirley Temple Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
5 from 12 votes
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More Fun Holiday Drinks
Fun twists and tasty flavors make these drinks the best for sharing during the holidays!
11 Mexican Hot Chocolate Recipe
DrinksMexican Hot Chocolate Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 25 votes
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12 Mint Hot Chocolate Recipe
DrinksMint Hot Chocolate Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
4.75 from 8 votes
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13 White Chocolate Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe
Dessert, DrinksWhite Chocolate Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
5 from 19 votes
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14 Eggnog Milkshake Recipe
Dessert, DrinksEggnog Milkshake Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
5 from 19 votes
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15 Peppermint Milkshake Recipe
Dessert, DrinksPeppermint Milkshake Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
4.90 from 19 votes
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16 Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa Recipe
DrinksDouble Chocolate Hot Cocoa Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
5 from 4 votes
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17 Butterbeer Recipe
DrinksButterbeer Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Recipe Video
5 from 86 votes
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18 Horchata Recipe
DrinksHorchata Recipe
Total Time: 12 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
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5 from 13 votes
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19 Mint Julep Recipe (Non-Alcoholic)
DrinksMint Julep Recipe (Non-Alcoholic)
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
5 from 19 votes
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20 Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board Recipe
Dessert, DrinksHot Chocolate Charcuterie Board Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
5 from 1 vote
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Drinks for Special Occasions!
Serving a fun drink makes each holiday party even more special, and the holiday drink recipes on this list are sure to be a big hit at your next get together!
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