Winter Cocktails aren’t just for holiday gatherings—they’re perfect for any cozy night in or intimate get-together. A wintry twist on a classic cocktail is ideal for celebrating the season with loved ones, whether you’re toasting to a special occasion or simply relaxing by the fire. Mulled wine, with its fragrant and festive spices and espresso martinis are sure to bring comfort to any chilly evening. Whatever your vibe, these winter cocktails will bring warmth, flavor, and a touch of elegance to your celebrations or holiday parties.

When the weather turns cold, there’s nothing better than warming up with a cozy winter cocktail. In this round-up, we’ve gathered a collection of delicious drinks to help you embrace the season in style. Whether you’re in the mood for a festive martini, or a sparkling drink with a little extra pop, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to create a delicious cocktail for any occasion. These drinks are the perfect balance of warmth and flavor offering a wintry twist in the colder months. Each recipe is easy to make, so you can spend more time enjoying the company of friends and family and less time behind the bar this winter season.
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- Mulled Wine from The Forked Spoon
- Winter Martinis
- Peppermint Espresso Martini from My Rad Kitchen
- Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys from Chenée Today
- Christmas Cookie Martini from A Grateful Meal
- Winter Vodka Cocktails
- Christmas Vodka Cocktail from Little Sunny Kitchen
- Winterberry Spice Cocktail from Served From Scratch
- Santa Clausmopolitan from The Soccer Mom Blog
- Cocktails with Sparkling Wine
- Blackberry Champagne Cocktail from My Rad Kitchen
- French 77 Cocktail Recipe from Rebecca Taig
- Cranberry Mimosa Drink Recipe from Ann's Entitled Life
- Winter Aperol Spritz Recipe from Rebecca Taig
- Winter Mule Cocktail
- Apple Cider Moscow Mule from My Rad Kitchen
- Cranberry Moscow Mule from Happy Kitchen
- Mistletoe Margarita from Chenée Today
- Winter Cocktails Recipe
Mulled Wine from The Forked Spoon
Mulled Wine is a traditional holiday drink made with red wine, brandy, and mulling spices like cloves, star anise, and cinnamon. It’s delicious, cozy, and guaranteed to warm you from the inside out.

Get the recipe this Mulled Wine recipe from The Forked Spoon.
Winter Martinis
Grab your cocktail shaker and a martini glass and get ready to mix up some of the best cocktails this winter season.
Peppermint Espresso Martini from My Rad Kitchen
This is the quintessential cocktail for the coffee lovers. Our Peppermint Espresso Martini is the perfect blend of boozy, frothy coffee, with a hint of mint! We love to garnish ours with crushed candy canes for a special holiday touch.

Get our recipe here.
Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys from Chenée Today
This Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys is the best espresso martini recipe! It just takes three ingredients and it's such a deliciously balanced coffee cocktail. And if you love espresso martini variations, read on to learn how to make a creamy espresso martini with no Baileys, with Kahlua coffee liqueur, and even without espresso!

Get the recipe for Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys from Chenée Today.
Christmas Cookie Martini from A Grateful Meal
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with this Christmas Cookie Martini, which is as festive as it is delicious. With rich notes of vanilla, cream, and a hint of almond, this cocktail truly captures the flavor of a holiday sugar cookie. It’s the perfect treat for your next holiday party or anyone looking to bring a little Christmas cheer to their glass.

Get the recipe to make this Christmas Cookie Martini from A Grateful Meal.
Winter Vodka Cocktails
Whether you take your favorite cocktail recipes and make them with an orange twist, or mix up a classic cocktail with cranberry juice to enjoy on a chilly winter night, we have a beverage for you.
Christmas Vodka Cocktail from Little Sunny Kitchen
The most delicious Christmas Cocktail recipe is right here! This Christmas Vodka Cocktail recipe expertly mixes vodka, cranberry, and a few other simple ingredients to create the perfect holiday beverage.

Get the Christmas Vodka Cocktail from Little Sunny Kitchen.
Winterberry Spice Cocktail from Served From Scratch
Perfect for the changing seasons, this Winterberry Spice Cocktail is everything you want in a winter cocktail. From the bright, fresh citrus, the warming cranberry spice of the syrup, to the sugar plum cinnamon rim, you’ll be refreshed and nostalgic all in one sip! It’s the perfect way to cozy on into winter.

Get this Winterberry Spice Cocktail Recipe from Served From Scratch
Santa Clausmopolitan from The Soccer Mom Blog
This Santa Clausmopolitan is the perfect fruity festive drink to unwind with after dealing with all the holiday hustle and bustle. It’s also the perfect festive cocktail for any Christmas party or celebration. Using a few basic cocktail making ingredients, you can whip this up in no time for a delightfully tart cocktail recipe with fun holiday vibes.

Cocktails with Sparkling Wine
Champagne cocktails are perfect any time of year! Here are plenty of options to pour yourself a delicious cocktail in the winter months.
Blackberry Champagne Cocktail from My Rad Kitchen
Whether you're toasting to a festive occasion or looking to add some extra sparkle to your weekend brunch, our Blackberry Champagne Cocktail is the perfect drink. Crisp and bubbly Prosecco, sweet blackberry simple syrup, and a garnish of fresh, juicy blackberries come together to create a delicious balance of flavors that are sure to elevate any celebration.

Get our Blackberry Champagne Cocktail Recipe.
French 77 Cocktail Recipe from Rebecca Taig
Experience the refreshing and delightful taste of a French 77 Cocktail. This recipe uses elderflower liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and bubbly champagne. This elegant drink is perfect for the holidays!

Get Rebecca Taig's French 77 Cocktail Recipe.
Cranberry Mimosa Drink Recipe from Ann's Entitled Life
This Cranberry Mimosa Drink is a festive holiday beverage. This is a perfect holiday drink for your holiday brunch, it can also be served at cocktail parties, to ring in the New Year, or for any other holiday celebration you may have.

Get Cranberry Mimosa Drink Recipe from Ann's Entitled Life.
Winter Aperol Spritz Recipe from Rebecca Taig
Experience the festive flavors of this Winter Aperol Spritz. Cranberry and Aperol pair perfectly with Prosecco for a colorful and refreshing holiday cocktail.

Get the Winter Aperol Spritz Recipe from Rebecca Taig.
Winter Mule Cocktail
We love putting a wintry twist on a classic cocktail, especially on a cold night. Enjoy your favorite drinks that feature a cinnamon stick, apple cider, cranberry juice and lime juice even in the colder months.
Apple Cider Moscow Mule from My Rad Kitchen
Concentrated apple paired with heavy notes of ginger, enhanced with a little vodka and fresh lime juice. The flavor combination of our Apple Cider Moscow Mule is pure perfection!

Get our Apple Cider Moscow Mule recipe.
Cranberry Moscow Mule from Happy Kitchen
The Cranberry Moscow Mule is the perfect holiday cocktail recipe, be it Thanksgiving, Christmas or 4th of July! Easy to put together, easy to tweak, fun to drink and so delicious and festive! You can even make it non-alcoholic.

Get the Cranberry Moscow Mule from Happy Kitchen here.
Cold-weather cocktails don't have to be boring. Use warm spices and lime juice in a winter tequila cocktail for the perfect way to enjoy your next batch of cozy drink.
Mistletoe Margarita from Chenée Today
This Mistletoe Margarita recipe is sure to be one of your favorite margarita recipes! With reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, and a spiced cranberry agave syrup, this Christmas margarita recipe will be a huge hit at the holiday party! Try this merry Christmas Margarita for all your holiday celebrations!

Get the recipe for this Mistletoe Margarita from Chenée Today.
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Winter Cocktails Recipe
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Glassware
Ingredients
- Mulled Wine
- Peppermint Espresso Martini
- Creamy Espresso Martini with Baileys
- Christmas Cookie Martini
- Christmas Vodka Cocktail
- Winterberry Spice Cocktail
- Santa Clausmopolitan
- Blackberry Champagne Cocktail
- French 77 Cocktail Recipe
- Cranberry Mimosa Drink
- Winter Aperol Spritz
- Apple Cider Moscow Mule
- Cranberry Moscow Mule
- Mistletoe Margarita
Instructions
- 1. Choose your favourites, and enjoy!
Notes
- Each recipe will have unique equipment required and instructions.
- Each recipe will have unique nutritional information.
Eva Filer says
This is a great collection of cocktails perfect for fall or winter!