25 Best Christmas Martinis to Get in the Holiday Spirit

This twist on Ree's favorite coffee drink from The Merc is similar to an espresso martini but with a spicy kick. It's rich and flavorful thanks to the chocolate cream liqueur, heavy cream, chile syrup, and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper on top!

Get Ree's Spicy Cowgirl Martini recipe.

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This delightful twist on a classic holiday flavor turns gingerbread cookies into a festive cocktail! You'll use just four ingredients: equal parts of vodka, creme de cacao, homemade gingerbread syrup, and of course, a freshly baked gingerbread cookie to top it off!

Get the Gingerbread Martini recipe.

A cool, creamy cocktail is perfect for any and all holiday parties—especially when you garnish your glasses with a crushed peppermint candy rim and a candy cane!

Get the Peppermint Martini recipe.

How perfectly seasonal is the ruby red hue of this drink? Tart but sweet, citrus-y, and oh so smooth, a pomegranate martini is just what you need for the winter season and beyond.

Get the Pomegranate Martini recipe.

Calling everyone with a sweet tooth! Made with Irish cream liqueur, vanilla vodka, butterscotch schnapps, and half-and-half, this sweet cocktail is better than a glass of milk and cookies.

Get the Sugar Cookie Martini recipe.

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This martini tastes like a cocktail and dessert, all in one. Be sure to drizzle plenty of caramel sauce around the rim of the glass—it perfectly complements the apple flavor of the drink!

Get the Caramel Apple Martini recipe.

Kick off the Christmas party with a round of these bright red martinis! They're made with ginger simple syrup for a delicious, festive twist.

Get the Cranberry Martini recipe.

This Grinch-green martini is so cute for the holidays! It's sweet, tart, and easy to make. Garnish it with a cherry for even more Christmas flair.

Get the Appletini recipe.

Chocolate dessert lovers, this one is for you! The sweet martini is made with a chocolate liquor, like Godiva, plus chocolate syrup and chocolate shavings on top.

Get the Chocolate Martini recipe.

This sweet, caffeinated cocktail will help you stay awake to do that last-minute gift wrapping. And, it tastes delicious, too!

Get the Espresso Martini recipe.

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Pumpkin season isn't over quite yet. This spiced martini can be put on repeat as long as the weather outside is chilly.

Get the Pumpkin Pie Martini recipe.

If you prefer your martinis to be more tart than sweet, this lemon drop martini is a great choice. The citrusy flavor will brighten any chilly day.

Get the Lemon Drop Martini recipe.

Knowing how to make a classic martini will take you far in life. And if you want to make it even more special, try adding blue cheese-stuffed olives for garnish!

Get the Classic Martini recipe.

If you love the comforting flavor of eggnog but prefer vodka-based cocktails over the traditional splash of whiskey, then this eggnog martini is for you! It's also a great way to doctor up store-bought eggnog.

Get the Eggnog Martini recipe at A Beautiful Mess.

Here's another cookie-inspired martini recipe that's perfect for Christmastime! It's full of flavors like vanilla, butterscotch and Irish cream to pair with your favorite buttery shortbread cookie.

Get the Shortbread Martini recipe at Crazy for Crust.

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Looking for a martini to serve at Christmas brunch? This gin-based martini made with orange marmalade and lemon juice is both citrusy and sweet! Plus, it's finished with a cinnamon sugar toast wedge for a cute brunch-time garnish.

Get the Breakfast Martini recipe at Sugar and Soul.

The combination of rich chocolate and fresh raspberries is perfect for any special occasion, including Christmas! It'll make you want to grab a bottle of raspberry vodka right away.

Get the Chocolate-Raspberry Martini recipe at Burrata and Bubbles.

Hoping for a snowy Christmas this year? Just make this three-ingredient drink for an instant boost of holiday cheer! All need is Rum Chata, vanilla vodka, and sweetened condensed milk.

Get the White Christmas Martini recipe at Simple Joy.

Combining Creme de Menthe with Baileys Irish Cream makes for a sweet, minty cocktail that everyone will rave about. Along with the amazing taste, the vibrant green coloration is as festive as can be!

Get the Baileys Mint Martini recipe at Lemon Tree Dwelling.

You may have never considered using peppers to make a martini, but this recipe will change your mind. Think of it like a Bloody Mary. With bell pepper and jalapeño, it's a tiny bit sweet, savory, and peppery.

Get the Red Pepper Martini recipe at Cookie and Kate.

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