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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    12 Cheerful Holiday Cocktails to Toast the Season

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 19, 2024, updated December 20, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with friends and family, and what better way to celebrate than with some cheerful cocktails? From festive flavors to cozy warm drinks, these 12 cocktails will add a splash of joy to your holiday gatherings. Whether you prefer something fruity, spicy, or creamy, there’s a drink here to suit every festive occasion.

    Hot Toddy

    Hot Toddy
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    The hot toddy is a warm whiskey drink mixed with lemon and cloves.

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    Slow Cooker Irish Cream Hot Chocolate

    Slow Cooker Baileys Irish Cream Hot Chocolate.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Irish Cream Hot Chocolate is creamy and has just the right amount of Irish cream. It's easy to make and great for parties all through winter!

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    Sparkling Ginger Cocktail

    Sparkling Ginger Cocktail
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This bourbon cocktail features a homemade spicy ginger syrup that adds a unique kick. It's a great mix of spicy, tangy, sweet, and fizzy flavors.

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    Citrus Mulled Wine

    Citrus Mulled Wine
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This mulled wine is perfect for gatherings and is sure to please everyone. It's filled with festive spices, brown sugar, and citrus for a warm, inviting drink.

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    Cranberry Champagne Cocktail

    Cranberry Champagne Cocktail
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    Celebrate with a refreshing Cranberry Champagne Cocktail. This drink combines festive champagne or sparkling wine with cranberry juice and a splash of gin, making it a great choice for any party and easy to prepare in just a minute.

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    Holiday Spiced Apple Cocktail

    Holiday Spiced Apple Cocktail
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This holiday cocktail combines the delicious tastes of apple cider and spices with a good amount of warming bourbon. It's a perfect drink to enjoy during festive celebrations.

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    Cranberry Moscow Mule

    Cranberry Moscow Mule Recipe
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This cranberry moscow mule adds a festive spin to the traditional drink. With cranberry juice, lime, and a kick from ginger beer, it's a great cocktail for holiday celebrations.

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    Slow Cooker Hot White Russians

    Slow Cooker Hot White Russians.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Make a beloved cold drink “hot” in the slow cooker for a cozy holiday indulgence. These Slow Cooker Hot White Russians are delightful to sip and a pleasure to serve to guests.

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    Cranberry Ginger Ale Punch

    Cranberry Ginger Ale Punch
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    This sparkling Cranberry Ginger Ale punch is quick to prepare and perfect for holiday celebrations. It's just as tasty without alcohol as it is with a splash of gin.

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    Apple Cider Punch with Bourbon

    Apple Cider Punch with Bourbon
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This apple cider punch is a fun mix of apple cider, ginger beer, and bourbon, perfect for holiday gatherings. It's easy to make in large quantities, so you can serve it to everyone at your celebration.

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    Pomegranate Pear Champagne Cocktail

    Pomegranate Pear Champagne Cocktail
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This festive champagne cocktail combines pomegranate and pear liqueurs with sparkling wine. Topped with pomegranate seeds, it adds a fun touch to your holiday celebrations.

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    Instant Pot Mulled Wine

    Mulled Wine in the Instant Pot
    Photo Credit: The Foreign Fork.

    Mulled Wine is a great way to stay warm and cozy during the chilly fall and winter months. With the Instant Pot, you can whip up this tasty drink in just three minutes, making it perfect for impressing your guests while you enjoy a cozy evening.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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