Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest It may be cold and dark right now, but don’t let that dampen your mood. We’ve compiled a list of Christmas drinks to help keep you in the holiday spirit. From sweet concoctions to cool cocktails, you’ll feel both naughty and nice with these recipes. 1) Santa Claus A combination of sweetness and tartness like a combo of naughty and nice is what you get with the Santa Claus. It smells sweet because of the torched sugar, and tastes sweet and fruity from the candy syrup, but there’s a surprising punch of sourness at the end. This well-balanced cocktail will make you go, “Ho, ho. ho.” Click to watch the video recipe 2) The Grinch Not everyone is into Christmas, but even the blackest of hearts can get into this cocktail. Sweet, sour, herbal, botanical with a hint of spice, this is not your familiar taste of Christmas. It’s very tart, so it does kind of remind you of the Grinch. Perfect for those grouchy, bah-humbug moments when you just want to drink and not be bothered with the holidays. Click here to watch the video recipe 3) Krampus For spooky people who still want to get into the Christmas spirit without compromising their dark aesthetic, this drink is for you. Krampus is a horned half-goat, half-demon who eats children who misbehave. Inspired by the frightening Christmas Devil/Nightmare Santa, this sweet but peaty cocktail with a bitter finish that won’t quit is for those who seek to celebrate the season in non-traditional ways. Click here to watch the video recipe 4) Lemon + Port Lemon + Port is an aromatic and spicy warming cocktail inspired by the classic winter holiday drink mulled wine. The fortified wine adds depth and richness with hints of dark fruit. Click here for the recipe 5) Rudolph This pleasantly sweet cocktail pays homage to the much- loved reindeer with the glowing red nose. It has a taste that is kind of like that of gulaman, with a lingering sweet finish. Click here to watch the video recipe 6) S’mores Old Fashioned This riff off the Old Fashioned cocktail is inspired by the favorite childhood treat, S’mores. This drink brings to mind the burnt, sweet scent of fire-roasted marshmallows layered with chocolate and graham crackers. It’s a strong sipping drink for the adult who will always be a kid at heart. Click here to watch the video recipe 7) Eve’s Garland Inspired by holiday garlands, DrinkManila’s editor-in-chief Tatum Ancheta decided to make a Christmas cocktail that evokes their floral and herby aromas. “I love the smell of fresh garlands around the house during the Christmas season,” Tatum shares. “I wanted to create a drink that would remind me of Christmas Eve when I’d wake up to sneak a peek at my gifts under the Christmas tree.” Click here to watch the video recipe 8) Spiked Hot Cocoa This decadent treat is something that will warm anyone’s heart. Sweet, creamy, with a deep chocolate taste, this indulgent beverage will make you forget your holiday stress and embrace the Christmas spirit. If you want to make the occasion merrier, a splash or two (or three, we won’t judge you) of cognac will do the trick. Click here to watch the video recipe 9) Pan Cocktail Recipe The holidays are a time for endless parties and get-togethers with friends and family. The Pan Cocktail will be the star of every kind of party you will host or attend. It requires a bit of preparation, but the result is worth it. As visually appealing as it is delicious, this pretty punch will cool you down and get you buzzed. It’s fruity, sweet, and brings out the herbaceous qualities of the gin. Add more gin to your preference to make it spirit-forward or swap the soda with sparkling water or tonic water for a low-calorie alternative. Click here to watch the video recipe 10) Hulog ng Langit Hulog ng Langit cocktail by DrinkManila’s mixologist Icy Mariñas is inspired by the popular song Himig ng Pasko sang by APO Hiking Society and covered by other Filipino artists. “Just like the first few lines of the song. ‘Malamig ang simoy ng hangin. Masaya ang bawat damdamin…’ The song describes how I feel when the cold Christmas breeze starts,” she says. “You’ll instantly smell my favorite bibingka wafting in the air, this is why I was inspired to do a bibingka Ramos fizz.” Click here to watch the video recipe 11) Hot Chocolate Eggnog Eggnog is one of the quintessential Christmas drinks out there. This twist to the classic Christmas favorite swaps milk for coconut milk, giving it a rich coconut-y depth that goes perfectly with the dark chocolate. You’ll really get into the Christmas spirit with this one. Click here to watch the video recipe 12) Frozen Christmas PunchThis one’s for the young ones and the young-at-heart. A straightforward apple-cherry slushie. The kids will love this fun serve over the holidays, and you’ll have the added bonus of enjoying a slushie made with Frozen merchandise. Make this kid-friendly party drink in a punch bowl and serve in small jam jars with straws. Click here to watch the video recipe