5 Easy Christmas Cocktails to Serve at Home

Entertaining at Christmas doesn’t need to mean juggling cocktail shakers or measuring spirits mid-party. With Kocktail’s bartender-crafted bottled cocktails, you can serve premium, bar-quality drinks in minutes - no mixology skills required.

 

Each cocktail is made using premium spirits and natural ingredients, carefully blended by expert bartenders. All you need is ice, a shaker or jar, and your favourite glassware.

 

Here are 5 easy, flavour-packed cocktails that are perfect for Christmas hosting - no stress, all style.

 

Gingerbread espresso martini cocktail

1. Gingerbread Espresso Martini

Flavour: Rich espresso with warming gingerbread spice

Serve with: A dash of nutmeg or a mini gingerbread biscuit

 

This festive twist on our most popular cocktail is made for cosy evenings and post-dinner sipping. Smooth, spiced and indulgent — it’s guaranteed to impress.

 

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Winter spiced negroni cocktail

2. Winter Spiced Negroni

Flavour: Bold and bitter with a festive botanical twist

Serve with: A twist of orange peel or a cinnamon stick

 

A warming riff on the classic Negroni, infused with seasonal spices and winter botanicals. It’s a bold, aromatic serve that’s made for candlelit gatherings and aperitivo moments.

 

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passionfruit martini cocktail

3. Passionfruit Martini

Flavour: Fruity, tangy and fun

Serve with: A lime wedge or dried passionfruit garnish

 

Bright, vibrant and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re serving up a welcome drink or keeping the party going, this one delivers full-on flavour with minimal effort.

 

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Mince pie old fashioned cocktail

4. Mince Pie Old Fashioned

Flavour: Warming whisky, festive fruit and buttery spice

Serve with: Orange peel or a dried orange wheel

 

A Christmas classic — reimagined in cocktail form. Deep, rich and gently spiced, this limited-edition Old Fashioned is perfect for sipping slowly by the fire (or sharing over a cheeseboard).

 

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Amaretto Sour cocktail

5. Amaretto Sour

Flavour: Sweet, nutty and silky smooth

Serve with: A maraschino cherry or lemon twist

 

Creamy, tangy and utterly delicious — the Amaretto Sour is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It’s ideal for guests who like their drinks on the sweeter side, and makes a brilliant dessert pairing too.

 

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Hosting Tips

  • Chill your glassware ahead of time to add that professional touch
  • Use a cocktail shaker or jam jar to give each drink the perfect texture
  • Pour over fresh ice and garnish simply - citrus peel, herbs or dried fruit work perfectly
  • Set up a serve station so guests can help themselves with minimal effort

 

Final Sip


You don’t need a full bar setup or cocktail training to serve incredible drinks this Christmas. With Kocktail, all the hard work is done for you — so you can focus on hosting, toasting and enjoying every moment.

 

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