7 Spirit-Lifting Drinks to Warm Every Heart This Holiday

Here are my top 7 non-alcoholic drinks for a cozy, laughter-filled Christmas family dinner.
These are all crowd-pleasers, and let’s face it, they’re as much about the vibe as they are about the taste!

1. Hot Chocolate Bar

  • Serve rich hot chocolate with toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, crushed candy canes, and chocolate shavings.
  • Consider variations like white hot chocolate or spiced Mexican hot chocolate.
    This may contain: three women holding mugs of hot chocolate with marshmallows and candy canes

2. Spiced Apple Cider

  • Warm apple cider infused with cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and orange slices.
  • Serve it in a festive mug for a cozy holiday vibe.
    This may contain: two glasses filled with apple cider on top of a table

3. Cranberry Spritzer

  • Mix cranberry juice with sparkling water or ginger ale.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for a festive touch.
    This may contain: a glass filled with liquid and fruit on top of a table next to christmas decorations

4. Eggnog (Non-Alcoholic)

  • Creamy eggnog made with milk, cream, sugar, and spices like nutmeg.
  • Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
    This may contain: two glasses filled with an alcoholic drink next to cinnamon sticks

5. Peppermint White Hot Chocolate

  • Melt white chocolate into steamed milk and stir in peppermint extract.
  • Garnish with crushed peppermint candies or a candy cane stirrer.
    This may contain: a cup filled with whipped cream and candy canes

6. Holiday Punch

  • Combine cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and sparkling soda.
  • Add sliced oranges, cranberries, and pomegranate seeds for a festive look.
    This may contain: two glasses filled with cranberry lemonade and rosemary garnish on a marble table

7. Gingerbread Latte (Non-Caffeinated Option Available)

  • Blend warm milk with gingerbread syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of molasses.
  • Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of gingerbread crumbs.
    This may contain: two mugs filled with hot chocolate and marshmallow cookies

Which one’s calling your name? Or maybe you’re thinking of trying them all—no judgment here! 🎄

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