From hot chocolate to mocktails, martinis, pumpkin spice latte, and mulled wine: these festive vegan Christmas drinks make your dinner party or Christmas breakfast a moment to remember.
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Vegan Christmas Drinks & Cocktails
Vegan Gingerbread Latte
The best barista is YOU! Splurge at home and make yourself this delicious gingerbread latte that really tastes like Christmas in a cup. Top it with fresh whipped coconut cream and a dusting of nutmeg – guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit!
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White Christmas Mojito
May all your Christmases be happy and white! This festive twist on a classic mojito looks like snow and tastes amazing. Coconut milk and liquor swirl together with fresh lime for an adult tropical holiday treat – so delicious!
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Non-Alcoholic Mulled Wine
A warm spiced drink that everyone in the family can enjoy. This non-alcoholic mulled wine is made from tart cranberry juice, warmed with spices, and sweetened with apple cider. It's brimming with robust depth and powerful flavors – great for holiday parties!
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Creamy Homemade Vegan Eggnog
Get cozy this Christmas with a creamy, nutty vegan nog! This delicious drink shouldn’t be skipped during the holidays and can be made vegan-friendly. Featuring lots of soothing spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla!
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Cranberry Fizz Mocktail
Try a ruby red mocktail this holiday season! The star ingredient is tart fresh cranberries and the drink is easily customizable to suit a sweet or less sweet pallet. Play with different ingredients like ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, or seltzer water until your mocktail is just right!
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Protein Hot Chocolate
Enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate by the fire and drink some extra protein! Use a high-quality vegan protein powder and whisk it together with a few simple ingredients to make an ultra-luxurious frothy cup of cocoa.
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Candied Cranberry Pomegranate Prosecco Spritzers
Toast to the holidays with something a little extra special this year. A beautiful flute of candied cranberry prosecco is a statement cocktail that will have everyone talking. Sugar-coated cranberries look magical and leftovers can be enjoyed in oatmeal the next morning!
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Creamy Turmeric Latte
Both medicinal and delicious, a golden latte is a great winter beverage to snuggle up to on a cold day. Packed with aromatic spices like ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper, this creamy and slightly sweet beverage is made in less than 5 minutes!
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Vegan Baileys
Sweet, creamy, and delicious this homemade vegan Baileys recipe is as good as the real thing! Wholesome ingredients, including dates, are the secret to making it sweet, rich, and viscous, perfect for sipping your way into a blissful evening.
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Festive Christmas Soda
Add to the nostalgia of the season with a homemade holiday soda. The concentrate is made from cherries, vanilla, spices, and maple syrup, making it a playful take on cola. Add just the right amount of seltzer water and you have a fun fizzy beverage everyone will love.
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Christmas Cranberry Margarita
Have you been naughty or nice? Bring tropical vibes to your Christmas party with this cranberry margarita recipe. Muddled rosemary and lime play nicely with white tequila, but be careful, a few drinks could have you on the naughty list!
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Matcha White Hot Chocolate
Skip the Starbucks line and make yourself a gourmet seasonal drink at home. Earthy matcha powder is sweetened with vegan white chocolate and hot coconut milk. The perfect blend of matcha gives the beverage a bright green color – just like the Grinch himself!
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Spiced Pear Juice
This spiced pear juice is so easy to make and only takes a few simple ingredients. The hardest part will be waiting 2 hours until the flavors mingle in the slow cooker. Simply add the juice, spices, and fresh citrus, and set a timer – enjoy hot or iced!
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Red Wine Apple Cider Fall Sangria
Red wine sangria is not only a drink for the summer! This recipe pairs red wine with warm spices and apple cider, making it so flavorful and sweet that it's perfect to enjoy over ice. The depth of flavors makes it a great beverage to enjoy with the changing of the season!
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Vegan Nutella Cream Liqueur
Who doesn’t love sipping on a creamy liqueur? This vegan Nutella cream liqueur is ridiculously rich and oh-so-satisfying. An adult beverage that you will love to have throughout the holiday season – keeps for a month in the fridge!
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Winter Citrus Smoothie
Keep the winter sniffles at bay with this immune-boosting smoothie recipe. A powerful combination of both high-antioxidant fruits and medicinal spices, this vibrant smoothie will have your taste buds zinging and your immune system soaring high!
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Jack Frost Cocktail
This frosty blue cocktail is the perfect seasonal drink. The rim of the glass is adorned with coconut, making it look like freshly fallen snow and the drink itself is the ideal shade of icy blue – perfect for after ice skating!
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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
If the idea of fall makes you think of pumpkin spice, this latte is for you! In only a few minutes, whip together a professional quality vegan latte that is beyond divine. The synergy between sweet pumpkin and cinnamon spice is why this combination is an annual cult favorite!
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Hot Toddy
This hot toddy is the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's as easy as putting the kettle on the stove to heat and pouring a few ingredients into a mug. By the time your water has boiled, you have a beautifully crafted beverage that will warm you from the inside out!
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Cranberry Orange Mule
A Christmas twist on a beloved cocktail classic. Just like the name suggests, this cocktail packs a kick (like that of a mule) from the zingy ginger and citrus notes. Make sure to garnish with fresh rosemary for extra holiday cheer!
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Salted Chai Cashew Butter Hot Chocolate
If you are searching for a warm beverage that will fill your tummy and make your cheeks rosy, this hot chocolate is for you! Nutty, sweet, spiced, and so chocolaty, it's the perfect combination. The secret ingredient is roasted cashew butter!
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Make this year’s holiday season really special with these vegan Christmas drinks and cocktails! Delicious recipes for everyone in your family. The following classic vegan hot chocolate will be a hit with young and old alike!
Serves 2
Ingredients
Vegan Hot Chocolate
- 2 cups dairy-free milk 480 ml
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- 4 oz dark vegan chocolate melted (113 g)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegan whipped cream or marshmallows optional
Instructions
- Place soy milk and sugar in a small saucepan and whisk to combine. Warm over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until little bubbles form.
- Turn off the heat and add the melted chocolate and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined, then adjust to taste preferences.
- Top with whipped cream or marshmallows and serve warm!
Notes
- We like to use soy milk for this recipe but oat milk also works.
- Nutrition information has automatically been calculated without any toppings.
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Alena Schowalter is a Certified Vegan Nutritionist who has been a vegetarian since childhood and vegan since 2012. Together with her husband, she founded nutriciously in 2015 and has been guiding thousands of people through different transition stages towards a healthy plant-based diet. She’s received training in the fields of nutrition, music therapy and social work. Alena enjoys discussions around vegan ethics, walks through nature and creating new recipes.
Make this year’s holiday season really special with these vegan Christmas drinks and cocktails! Delicious recipes for everyone in your family.