7 Christmas Cocktails

An chocolate martini is definitely special and can be served as a Christmas cocktail. Indulge in the chocolatey flavours of this alcoholic beverage combined with a creamy fruity twist coming from the marula fruit.

Marula fruit is the fruit of the infamous marula tree, which is also known as the elephant tree. This tree is native to parts of Africa and it is a known fact that elephants travel for miles to sample the delicious marula fruit. So, what makes this Christmas cocktail so special is the addition of Amarula liqueur.

Give it a go!

Handy tip: If you would like to serve drinks at Xmas in a fancy manner, finely grate some chocolate and dip a martini glass into it. Before you know it, the edges of your martini glasses will have a beautiful chocolate rim which you can eat away.

Long vodka, also known as long white vodka was invented by accident. In an attempt to make a Gimlet, this cocktail was born!

In essence, it is a refreshing Christmas cocktail, which is perfect after a heavy 7-course meal.

It is also served quite often in the summer when the sun is out and you're in need of a little refreshment. Long vodka is the way to go!

Handy tip: Feel free to add some cucumber or lime into this Christmas cocktail recipe.

Traditionally, a Don Pedro drink is made with vanilla ice cream, double cream and whisky. A creamy sweet delight.

However, I've managed to put my own spin on it by adding a bit of Amarula liqueur. This liqueur adds a tangy twist.

Did you know that a Don Pedro is said to actually have South African origins?

The best part about enjoying this classic cocktail is that you can control the proportion of the ingredients.

Remember to serve it with a scoop of silky smooth vanilla ice cream.

Handy tip: If you've made a heavy dinner, then you can take the opportunity to serve this drink for the dessert course. There is no need to reinvent the wheel and have two sweet courses, is there?

Amaretto and coke is an all-time cocktail classic, so why shouldn't it make your Christmas cocktail list?

All you need are a few ingredients and some ice. The best part is, that this is quite a strong beverage, so you can keep sipping on it all night, making it the perfect holiday cocktail.

Feeling decadent? You can even add some Amaretto cherries to your drink!

Handy tip: If you can't get your hands on Amaretto, feel free to substitute with Cointreau or Disaronno. These alcoholic beverages will definitely get the holiday party going! Also, don't be afraid to drop a sour cherry into the drink for a bit of balance.

This Christmas gin cocktail is not only beautiful but delicious as well. What's best, it has a lovely red colour, as a result of the cranberry juice. Combined together with the apple juice, ginger beer, lime juice and gin, it makes one heck of a Christmas cocktail.

What's best, you can jazz this cocktail up in an easy way. Just alter the type of gin you use. There are plenty of gin varieties. Some gins are more spicy / peppery, while others are more citrusy or herbal.

I think that a more citrusy or herbal gin would suit this recipe. The sharper varieties might be too overwhelming for some guests and it would take away from the fruity flavours.

Handy tip: Decorate this Christmas cocktail with a candy cane and some fresh cranberries. Now it'll be clear as day that it's a holiday party!

Beware, this long beach iced tea is not for the faint-hearted. In the true spirit of a long island ice tea, it too is composed of multiple alcoholic beverages. Sip slowly and with caution!

This spiked up Christmas cocktail is a definite holiday party starter. It includes vodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec and is diluted ever so slightly with cranberry juice and a simple syrup – the sweet and sour mix.

You can also use apple juice instead of the cranberry juice, however, it will change the colour of the cocktail from pink to white.

Handy tip: Make sure you use as many ice cubes as possible when you drink this cocktail recipe. This will dilute the cocktail even further and make you drink slower automatically. Decorate the drink with a candy cane, making a true holiday recipe.

I could drink this Toblerone cocktail any day of the week. It is a delicious creamy and chocolatey recipe. It's the perfect boozed-up dessert if you ask me.

There is absolutely no need for you to prepare a dessert if you plan to serve this cocktail. It is sweet enough and will leave you stuffed with chocolate.

Add ice cubes to dilute the drink, as it can get a bit heavy. Especially, with the addition of the double cream. Nevertheless, it is a fantastic recipe one must try at any Christmas party.

Handy tip: Leave one bar of Toblerone to the side. Try not to eat it. Instead, grate it finely so that you can serve your beverage in a fancy way. People will be under the impression that they are being served a Christmas drink in a 5-star hotel.