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The best Christmas cocktail recipes that’ll go down a treat this festive season

From Pimm's punch to merry mocktails, there is something here for every member of the family.
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If you’re looking to host a little cocktail party this Christmas, nothing is more important than having a good range of drinks and nibbles on hand for your guests.

Add some elegance to your Christmas celebrations with these delicious cocktails. From Pimm’s punch to merry mocktails, there is something for every member of the family here.

Let’s start with some inspiration from Diageo World Class, who have developed the world’s top 10 Christmas cocktails:

  • Spiced Apple Crumble

  • Mulled Winter Margarita

  • Champagne Cosmo

  • Candy Cane Cocktail

  • Hot Rum Punch

  • The Martinez

  • Nutty Rye Eggnog

  • Classic Single Malt Perfect Serve

  • Scotch Manhattan

  • Hot Toddy

Without further ado, bring on the recipes! Keep scrolling for all the deliciousness.

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(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Lillet Spring Gin Cocktail

Lillet is a French aperitif made from a blend of Bordeaux wine and citrus liqueur and it comes in blanc, rose or rouge. Often served chilled with a slice of lemon or orange, it’s a refreshing way to toast the festive season.

Read the full recipe here

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Coconut and Lemongrass Rum Cocktail

These summery coconut and lemongrass rum cocktails will be a hit during the festive season and right through the summer. For a more refreshing drink, chill the ingredients before assembling.

Read the full recipe here*

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Apple Pimm’s

Enjoy a classic apple Pimm’s cocktail this festive season with this delicious recipe. It’s fresh and packed with heaps of fruit!

Read the full recipe here

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

White Summer Sangria

Start your summer party the right (and easy) way with this crowd-pleasing cocktail. This recipe for white wine sangria is so delicious and takes just five minutes.

Read the full recipe here

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Green Tea and Lychee Cocktail

This cocktail will be a refreshing hit for a hot Christmas day, and will satisfy the sweet tooths in your family.

Read the full recipe here

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Aperol spritz

There’s a reason these are one of the most popular cocktails in bars across Australia!

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(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Berry punch

Berry punch

‘Tis the season for seasonal fruits! If summer had a taste, this cocktail would be it.

Read the full recipe here

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Cranberry and lime cocktail

Cranberry and lime cocktail

Classy with a touch of fizz! These zingy cocktails will keep your guests (and their taste buds) happy!

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(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Lime and mint punch

Lime and mint punch

Zingy and delicious – you’ll be feeling refreshed after sipping on this!

Read the full recipe here

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Mai tai

Mai tai

A classic drink that would go down a treat with some Christmas pavlova… watch the next slide for the best way to nail the Aussie dish!

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The easiest pavlova that’s perfect for Christmas

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Tea and rum punch

Tea and rum punch

It sounds odd, but this concoction is a must-try!

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(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Rambutan and lime cocktail

Rambutan and lime cocktail

A vacation-worthy cocktail if we ever saw one.

Read the full recipe here

(Australian Women’s Weekly)

Raspberry lemonade

Raspberry lemonade

An oldie but a goodie – you can’t go past one of these on Christmas day!

Read the full recipe here

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