7 Festive Christmas Martinis To Make This Holiday Season
- Christmas martinis are a popular choice for festive gatherings, with both gin and vodka variations being enjoyed during the holiday season.
These Christmas cocktails are like a present under the tree.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Looking for a signature cocktail this Christmas? A martini is a favorite for parties and gatherings this time of year as it's a season for toasting and keeping spirits bright. Technically, a martini is a cocktail made with gin and vermouth but vodka variations have become popular in recent years too. For this reason, we're not here to discriminate between gin and vodka, so we've included classic martini recipes using both spirits in this round-up. Ahead, discover our most festive Christmas martinis to sip on all season long.
Related: 40+ Holiday Cocktails You Need To Mix This Season
Gingerbread Martini
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This cocktail is basically Christmas in a glass. It's made with vanilla vodka, Irish cream liqueur, cream, and homemade ginger syrup—all topped with whipped cream and gingersnap cookies along the rim. Serve it while the kids are making cookies or gingerbread houses or as a signature drink to kick off an adults-only cocktail party.
White Chocolate Martini
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Chocolate lovers, this one is for you. While there's no such thing as too much chocolate—especially during the holidays—the white chocolate flavor of this cocktail is a smart choice, especially when served alongside rich Southern staples like German Chocolate Cake and Chocolate Peppermint Cake .
Cherry Blossom Cocktail
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Sure, cherry blossoms bloom in the spring, but ignore the name of this cocktail for now. This is a drink, made with cranberry juice, lime, and grenadine, that can be served year-round. Just trust us on this one. Plus, you get bonus points for fresh or frozen cranberries as a seasonal garnish.
Grasshopper Cocktail
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Famously created in New Orleans, this classically Southern drink has been around for decades—no doubt thanks to the perfectly smooth pairing of crème de menthe and crème de cacao. It's sweet to taste and mint green in color, making it an unexpected yet fitting addition to any Christmas menu.
Bourbon Espresso Martini
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This Christmas Eve, cozy up with one of our buzzy bourbon espresso martinis. You'll probably need to stay awake anyway to wrap any last-minute gifts. The best part is the cocktail only takes five minutes and five ingredients to shake up.
Chocolate Martini
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Rich and indulgent, this dessert-in-a-glass martini is for those who take their love for chocolate seriously. This cocktail makes an ideal post-dinner treat, but would also pair well with another Christmastime dessert . Garnish with espresso powder and dark chocolate shavings, and be sure to chill the glasses ahead of time for the most refreshing sip.
Peppermint Martini
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Peppermints, please! As evidenced by the peppermint-coated rim and candy cane garnish, this is another martini that was made for Christmas. It's smooth and creamy and can be served as a pre- or post-dinner treat.
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