Easy Christmas Shot Recipes (2024)

Christmas is on it’s way and it’s time to have some fun with your friends and family. What better way than with a fancy selection of Christmas Shots?

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I’ve got four different flavors on the menu and they all have cheeky names that I made up after drinking. So if they don’t make sense that’s why.

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Bad Santa’s Milk and Cookies

This is my favorite of the bunch. I don’t think there is anyway to go wrong with a RumChata shot.

The most popular recipe on this site is another RumChata shot, the Bone Daddy – Nightmare Before Christmas Shot. Instead of corrupting the sweetness like I did with that one, we’re full on embracing it.

Adding Vanilla Schnapps to cinnamon liqueur takes this all the way to 10. It’s on the sweet side for sure but you need to try it at least once.

I wouldn’t skip the co*cktail shaker with this one, it’s much better cold and you really want the two blended together. Cream liqueurs don’t always want to play nice with clear ones but it’s easy to overcome with a bit of brute force.

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Yield: 1 Shot

Prep Time: 1 minute

Total Time: 1 minute

Leave one of these shots under the tree for Santa and you'll be getting some good gifts this year. This Christmas shot is the perfect mix of RumChata and Vanilla Schnaps

Ingredients

  • 1 part RumChata or any Cinnamon Creme Liqueur
  • 1 part Vanilla Schnapps
  • Ice
  • Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Combine RumChata and Vanilla Schnapps over ice and shake
  2. Strain into shot glasses
  3. Sprinkle with Cinnamon

Russian Christmas

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Eggnog is my favorite Christmas flavor. I love it from November to December then I’m done, it can go back to the north pole and wait until next year.

But having the ‘too much gene’ means those 2 months are absolutely filled with eggnog. I already put it in brandy spike cheesecakes and now I’m adding it to a white Russian.

A tiny white Russian. I have no doubt that this would be delightful scaled up and sipped on the rocks, possibly while watching the Netflix holiday music fireplace. But then it wouldn’t be a Christmas shot so here we are

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Yield: 1 Shot

A tiny Christmas White Russian, this is exactly what you need to get more eggnog (and vodka) in your life! Make it a double and enjoy on the rocks

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Coffee Liqueur
  • 1/2 oz Eggnog
  • 1/4 oz Vodka
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Combine all three ingredients over ice
  2. Shake until chilled and strain into a shot glass

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Christmas Candy

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This is the sweetest drink I’ve ever made. It’s on the Elf breakfast level of sweet where it’s almost too much.

Goldschlager is a very strongly flavored sweet cinnamon liqeur, then adding Buttershots, a butterscotch liqueur… It’s pretty tasty but I don’t want to hear any complaints about the sweetness!

I added a little extra holiday cheer with some extra gold flake. That’s not necessary in the slightest but it is pretty fun and a great addition to a holiday party.

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Yield: 1 shot

Prep Time: 1 minute

Total Time: 1 minute

This easy Christmas Shot is very sweet with a cinnamon kick that warms you up from head to toes, pairs well with "Santa Baby" and sugar cookies

Ingredients

  • 1.25 oz Butterschots (Butterscotch Liqueur)
  • 1 oz Goldshlager
  • Edible Gold (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pour into shot glass
  2. Add extra gold if you feel fancy

Hot Chocolate

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Hot chocolate is a winter necessity. In my opinion it’s at it’s best topped with a healthy dose of whipped cream and that’s how we ended up with this shot.

This mix of whipped cream vodka and dark creme de cacao is at it’s best chilled. The ingredients blend together easily enough without shaking but I think it’s the fastest way to get things frosty.

Another method is to store your booze in a snowbank.

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Yield: 1 Shot

Prep Time: 1 minute

Total Time: 1 minute

Nothing says snow day like a mug of hot chocolate topped with a mountain of whipped cream, savor that childhood memory as an adult with a Hot Chocolate Shot

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Creme de Cacao
  • 3/4 oz Whipped Cream Vodka

Instructions

  1. Combine Creme de Cacoa and Whipped Cream Vodka in a shot class

Notes

This shot is much better cold, it cuts down on the sweetness a bit. Use chilled ingdredients or give them a quick shake with ice for best results

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I hope that’s enough to at least get the party going! If you’re looking for something green and minty check out my recipe for layered Grasshopper Shots.

I promised my mother I’d tell you all to be safe and drink responsibly, so be safe and drink responsibly!

Happy Holidays!

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Easy Christmas Shot Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What are yummy common shots? ›

Top 10 Most Popular Shots to Order at a Bar
  • Tequila Shot.
  • Vodka Shot.
  • Jägerbomb.
  • Kamikaze.
  • Lemon Drop.
  • B-52.
  • Irish Car Bomb.
  • Sambuca Shot.

What is the most popular Christmas drink? ›

Eggnog. Can you really call it Christmas until you've had an eggnog? This traditional festive drink is made with eggs, milk, cream, and sugar, and lightly spiced with nutmeg. Go for the angelic version and keep it alcohol-free, or add rum or a rich bourbon for a little taste of Christmas in a glass.

What is the best Christmas party liquor? ›

OK, here are five Christmas drinks options, ranked from best to worst…
  • Champagne. There is a reason it's the drinks choice at fashion parties and awards dinners. ...
  • Hot toddy. The whiskey or chosen spirit in a hot toddy isn't good for your skin, but the honey, lemon and spices are. ...
  • Mulled wine. ...
  • Rum and co*ke. ...
  • Bailey's.
Dec 12, 2022

What is a classic Christmas drink? ›

Scroll through this list for timeless holiday classics like Eggnog and Hot Buttered Rum; boozy versions of hot chocolate; and new riffs on classics like our Cranberry Ginger Mimosa and a Negroni that tastes like a Christmas tree. We've also included decadent after-dinner drinks and punches for a crowd.

What is the easiest shot to take? ›

The vodka cranberry syringe shot is so easy anyone can pull it off and it's quite amusing. Cranberry vodka and citrus soda are the only ingredients you'll need. Instead of drinking this one, you'll just squirt the vodka into your mouth then chase it with the soda.

What is a good sweet shot? ›

Banana Split Shot
  • 1/2 ounce strawberry cream liqueur (like Bailey's Irish Cream Strawberries & Creme Liqueur)
  • 1/2 ounce banana liqueur.
  • 1/2 ounce chocolate-flavored vodka.
  • Ice.
  • Whipped cream, cherries, and chocolate syrup for garnish.
Oct 27, 2022

What alcohol do people drink at Christmas? ›

Also known as glühwein, vino caldo, glogg and vin brulé, hot mulled wine is well-loved around the world. Enjoyed during the Christmas season, mulled wine is served warm, making any holiday gathering more joyful. With just six ingredients, this mulled wine recipe is incredibly easy to make at home.

What do you drink at a Christmas party? ›

  • Grandma's Brandy Slush.
  • Yuletide Christmas Punch.
  • Thyme Lime Fizz co*cktail.
  • Christmas Citrus Punch.
  • Christmas Grinch Punch.
  • Vanilla Peppermint Martini.
  • Tiny Gingerbread Houses for Coffee, Hot Chocolate or Hot Cider.
  • Pink Grapefruit “Margaritas”

What drink is traditionally drunk on Christmas morning? ›

Classic Bucks Fizz/Mimosa. The classic morning drink for Christmas is orange juice with a little fizz in it. There are plenty of options for adding fizz to orange juice, from Cava, prosecco or Crémant to decadent Champagnes and even a little spirit should one need the extra pick me up.

What alcohol goes with Christmas dinner? ›

Turkey and trimmings

Go for crowd-pleasing styles that won't fight with the food – a good rule of thumb is to go for whites with some richness but not too much oak, and medium-bodied reds that aren't too tannic. Rhône wines are hard to resist at Christmas as their peppery spice is great with wintery food.

What is white Christmas liquor? ›

A balanced blend of rum and brandy, this 60-proof spirit is perfectly suited for such favorite wintertime co*cktails as Hot Toddy, Tom & Jerry, Egg Nog, and as the base of other fine co*cktails. Keep the spirit of the season alive all year long with White Christmas Rum & Brandy!

What is the traditional Christmas liqueur? ›

Made with Winslow Plums and a blend traditional Christmas spices including Ginger, Clove, Cinnamon, and Star Anise, our Christmas Liqueur, is the ideal Winter warmer. All this needs is a mince pie and an open fire. However it is equally at home in a glass of Fizz.

What is the most popular Christmas co*cktail? ›

Eggnog. Rich, creamy, and, well, egg-y, we'd go as far as to say no Christmas celebration is complete without a glass of this festive drink.

What is Christmas punch made of? ›

Christmas Punch is a delicious mix of fruit juices, bubbly ginger ale, a touch of alcohol, and colorful garnishes. Serve up a glass of holiday cheer at your get-togethers this holiday season with this easy co*cktail recipe!

What is an American Christmas drink? ›

Eggnog, the creamy classic co*cktail, is an essential part of the winter holidays. The recipe can vary depending on who's making it, but the basic formula consists of eggs, sugar, milk and cream, plus a spirit.

What is a nice shot to drink? ›

10 Best Liquors for Shots
  • Vodka. Vodka is a distilled beverage that is very popular around the world. ...
  • Rum. Many different types of liquor can be used for shots, but rum is often a great choice. ...
  • Tequila. Tequila liquors are great for shots. ...
  • Bourbon. ...
  • Whiskey. ...
  • Gin. ...
  • Brandy. ...
  • Schnapps.
Aug 4, 2022

What are the best juice shots? ›

Best Wellness Shots
  • Ginger Shots. ...
  • Wheatgrass Shots. ...
  • Apple Cider Vinegar Shots. ...
  • Pineapple Turmeric Guy Shots. ...
  • Orange lemon turmeric Shot: ...
  • Coconut Turmeric Shots. ...
  • Spinach Apple Lemon Shot. ...
  • Wellness Green Elixir Shots. These shots are rich in sweetness and have a variety of nutrients minerals such as iron and magnesium.
Mar 30, 2021

What is a nice shot? ›

A nice photo = a nice shot. A shoot, as a noun, is a session of taking photos - of a model, for instance. The result of a shoot will be lots of shots. Tony_M.

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