8 Cozy Holiday Cocktails to Mix Up This Year

Citrusy, fruity, and not too sweet, this warming “smash” from Minimalist Baker is easy to adapt based on what ingredients you’ve got on hand.

Nothing says holiday cheer like a sweet, buttery, and warm drink like the hot buttered rum from Wholefully, who describes it as a “really good Christmas cookie in a mug.” Yes, please!

Sangria is a low-stress way to drink something special: You make it in a big batch, and it tastes best when prepped in advance, giving the flavors a chance to mingle. Lexi’s Clean Kitchen gives it a new twist with apple cider and a caramel-rimmed glass.

Make even the smallest holiday celebration feel like a party with Cookie + Kate’s recipe for mulled wine. Warming, fragrant, and easy to make, it’ll make your home feel cozy in an instant.

Whether you’re brunching on Christmas morning or “cheers”-ing at midnight on New Year’s Eve, Lemon Tree Dwelling’s bright mimosas are a perfect option. Mix up the simple syrup in advance to make assembly a cinch.

This cocktail from Half Baked Harvest looks (and tastes) like it was mixed up by a pro. Squeeze your own juice to take it up a notch, or use store-bought. Either way, the result will be impressive.

Good Life Eats’ version of peppermint hot cocoa is next-level, with or without the Irish cream. It’s the perfect treat for the whole family after an outdoor romp in the snow.

Adding cranberry juice and fresh cranberries to a traditional moscow mule, as Spoonful of Flavor does, makes it extra festive—and extra delicious.