{"id":273,"date":"2023-12-13T12:00:23","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T11:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/?p=273"},"modified":"2026-02-02T15:03:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T14:03:11","slug":"bourbon-christmas-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/plan\/bourbon-christmas-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Festive Bourbon Cocktails for a Cosy Christmas at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bourbon Christmas cocktails are cosy winter serves made with bourbon and festive flavours like cinnamon, orange, caramel, and spice. From Hot Toddies to Eggnogs, these rich and comforting drinks are perfect for Christmas parties, Boxing Day gatherings, or relaxed nights by the fire.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether served hot or cold, on ice or straight, before dinner or after, they land every time with whiskey lovers and novices alike.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>So, when twinkling lights go up, playlists get nostalgic, <\/span>and you\u2019re winding down with loved ones, these <\/span>holiday bourbon cocktails<\/span> pair perfectly with the moment.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Classic bourbon Christmas cocktails<\/h2>\n

1. Old Fashioned<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Prep time<\/span><\/b>: 5 min | <\/span>Difficulty<\/span><\/b>: Easy<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re feeling a little nostalgic and yearning for the good old days, serve up an Old Fashioned. This is probably one of the most iconic of all the <\/span>festive bourbon drinks<\/span> out there. While there are many variations of this classic American drink, we love the taste of the original, and you will too. To make one, you\u2019ll need good quality bourbon, sugar syrup, aromatic bitters, ice and good company to share it with.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn more<\/span><\/b>: <\/span>Everything You Need to Know About Hosting a Christmas Cocktail Party<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Apple Butter Old Fashioned<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Prep time<\/span><\/b>: 5 min | <\/span>Difficulty<\/span><\/b>: Easy<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With the warm and inviting spiced flavours of apple pie in every sip, the Apple Butter Old Fashioned cocktail is one of the tastiest <\/span>winter bourbon cocktails<\/span> you can serve this holiday season. Made with real apple butter (that you\u2019ll be making from scratch!), this cocktail has vibrant flavours and is a wonderful, sweet sipper to end your Christmas feast.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn more:<\/span><\/b> What to Mix with Bourbon: Creative Cocktails & Easy Recipes<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Hot Toddy<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Prep time<\/span><\/b>: 5 min | <\/span>Difficulty<\/span><\/b>: Easy<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

After a long day of Christmas festivities (and family politics), a Hot Toddy is exactly what you\u2019ll need on a cold evening to shake off the winter cold and get that fireplace feeling. This warm cocktail is best enjoyed as a nightcap just before bedtime. While a traditional Hot Toddy should be bourbon-based, this recipe lends itself to many different spirits and variations with only one firm rule: drink it while it\u2019s hot.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cold-weather warmers: <\/span><\/b>Best Whiskey Cocktails to Drink All Winter<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sweet & creamy holiday sippers<\/h2>\n

4. Eggnog<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Prep time<\/span><\/b>: 60 min | <\/span>Difficulty<\/span><\/b>: Moderate<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Eggnog is everyone\u2019s favourite Christmas drink for a reason\u2014rich, nostalgic, and practically begging for a good splash of bourbon. A nice smoky pour like Wild Turkey 101 takes it to the next level. This creamy, sweet, spiked version with soft notes of vanilla and nutmeg is about as festive as drinks get.<\/p>\n

5. Mexican Hot Chocolate<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Prep time<\/span><\/b>: 10 min| <\/span>Difficulty<\/span><\/b>: Easy<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When the weather<\/span> gets cold<\/span>, <\/span>it\u2019s<\/span> time to make like the <\/span>Mexicans <\/span>and whip up this intensely rich<\/span>,<\/span> warmly spiced drink. <\/span>H<\/span>ot chocolate<\/span> has been enjoyed<\/span> for thousands of years<\/span> (since the Aztecs)<\/span>, <\/span>and this boozy version is a modern twist<\/span> on <\/span>the cocoa bean classic<\/span>! <\/span>We\u2019ve<\/span> got options to make it dairy-free, vegan-friendly, or as a <\/span><\/span>mocktail<\/span><\/span><\/a> so that\u00a0<\/span>everyone can enjoy this <\/span>delicious <\/span>dessert in a mug.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Bourbon Milk Punch<\/h3>\n

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Prep time<\/span><\/b>: 5 min| <\/span>Difficulty<\/span><\/b>: Easy<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rich, creamy, and unmistakably Southern, this bourbon recipe brings velvety richness and subtle hint of vanilla to your glass. It’ll remind you of Eggnog and can be enjoyed in many ways: as a dessert-y drink or a comforting nightcap.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n